A Rich History

A story of over 400 years

Newton House, originally established by two individuals, saw its beginnings with Robert Harbin, who oversaw the construction of the current house in 1612, replacing the medieval structure. Subsequently, George Harbin, a descendant, significantly expanded the house, implementing various internal modifications and enhancements. Upon Robert Harbin's acquisition of the estate in 1608, the medieval dwelling was entirely demolished, with only a couple of arched windows remaining from that era.

Remarkably, minimal changes were made to the new house over the next three centuries until substantial alterations became necessary. George Harbin addressed practicality issues within the house, such as the need to pass through one room to access another, during the 1820s. He added lobbies on both floors, modified the main staircase to accommodate the new extension, constructed new corridors for enhanced privacy, and adorned the justice room, drawing room, dining room, and main bedroom with ornate ceilings. George's extensive improvements included the creation of a morning room, later transformed into a music room, providing convenient access to the gardens for the family. Additionally, he revamped the stables, relocated the driveway, erected garden walls, and constructed outbuildings.