The Manor House, Sherborne
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The Manor House, Sherborne
Image: © Des Blenkinsopp Taken: 26 Aug 2012
Dating from the 15th or 16th century, this was never actually a manor house. That was apparently just a name some previous occupant used for effect. It was however at one time The Madame Vantini School for Young Ladies. It is now home to Sherborne Town Council, who I'm sure are equally genteel. More info on http://www.sherbornetown.com/sites/Council/759.aspx
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Image Location
Latitude
50.950309
Longitude
-2.514281