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Compton Chamberlayne

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Content derived from research undertaken as part of the Victoria County History project

In 1597, shortly after Sir Edward Penruddocke completed his purchase of the manor of Compton Chamberlayne, he commissioned this survey of the entir

There has probably been a park at Compton Chamberlayne since at least the 14th century, possibly even earlier.

Compton House is an extensive house that stands at the heart of Compton Park in the village of Compton Chamberlayne.