Have you ever felt the weight of history beneath your feet? Savay Farm stands before you a testament to centuries past. This Grade I listed building is more than just a farmhouse. It’s a living record of Buckinghamshire’s rich heritage.
Savay Farm initially known as the Manor of Denham Durdent and later as The Savoy and Savehay boasts a history stretching back to the 12th century. Its timber frame and red brick nogging speak volumes about its age. It’s a fascinating example of a 14th-century hall house beautifully preserved.
The Durdent family owned Savay Farm from 1130 to 1512. Later Lt-Gen Gerald Goodlake VC a Crimean War veteran and Victoria Cross recipient called it home. His medals now reside at the Grenadier Guards’ headquarters.
A more unexpected resident was Sir Oswald Mosley founder of the British Union of Fascists. He and his wife Lady Cynthia Mosley lived at Savay Farm in the 1940s. In May 1940 Special Branch raided the farm seizing firearms and ammunition during Mosley’s internment.
Savay Farm’s gardens too hold a unique charm. Designed by Marjory Allen in 1926 these gardens incorporated elements from earlier centuries. They are a stunning example of early 20th-century landscaping. The gardens once included Lady Cynthia Mosley’s tomb designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. The property also features two Grade II listed barns converted into houses.
Today Savay Farm stands within 300 meters of the proposed High Speed 2 railway line. This looming development poses a threat to the historic structure. Its future remains uncertain. But for now Savay Farm endures a silent observer of time’s relentless march.
Savay Farm invites you to step back into the past. It whispers stories of noble families political intrigue and the enduring power of heritage. It’s a place where history is not merely read but experienced.