Harold Brakspear

Harold Brakspear

Sir Harold William Brakspear (10 March 187020 November 1934) was a noted restoration architect and archaeologist.BRAKSPEAR, Sir; Harold (b. Corsham, Wilts. 10 March 1870 - d. 20 November 1934). Who's Who 2006 and Who Was Who 1897-2005 (2005). Retrieved 10 October 2006. Available from [http://www.xreferplus.com/entry/5329788 xreferplus.] ] He restored a number of ancient and notable buildings, including
*Bath Abbey
*Windsor Castle

He resided in Corsham, Wiltshire, very close to his Lacock Abbey and Great Chalfield Manor projects.

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