The Fishing Temple, Virginia Water

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The Fishing Temple, Virginia Water

Image: © Len Williams Taken: 30 Apr 2014

In this area King George IV had a 'Fishing Temple' erected, essentially an ornate tented pavilion designed by Frederick Crace. It remained a focus for royal picnic parties until it was replaced in 1867 by a 'Swiss Chalet'. This was demolished in 1936.

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Image Location

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Latitude
51.413969
Longitude
-0.613057