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Temple Island, Remenham

            Temple Island is an ornamental folly designed by the 18th century English architect James Wyatt, commissioned by the Freeman Family and constructed in 1771. It was designed as a fishing lodge for Fawley Court , a nearby historic house also owned by the Freeman family.
In the 19th century, the Island's ownership passed along with Fawley Court, from the Freeman family to the MacKenzie family. Excessive alterations were carried out under the new owner and due to a rise in the river level, made it necessary for the surrounding ground of the Temple to be raised by several feet. This lead to a change in the design of the south side of the building and a large wooden balcony was positioned with a double staircase down onto the grass. The MacKenzie family also erected a new stone statue of a nymph under the cupola.
In 1987, the future of the island, including the Temple, was secured through the generosity of Mr and Mrs Alan Burrough. Their £515,000 donation made it possible for Henley Royal Regatta to acquire a 999 year lease of the island from Miss MacKenzie, the freehold being vested in The Trustees of Temple Island.
Temple Island is the start point for The Henley Royal Regatta, and is situated a mile and a half downstream of Henley-on-Thames.
   

Taken in: UK / England / Remenham / Remenham (show map)

Taken on: December 27, 2024

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Camera: Nikon D7500, 36mm, ISO 220 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Nikon D7500
Focal Length:	36mm
ISO:	220
Flash:	Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program:	Not Defined
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
White Balance:	Auto
Color Space:	Uncalibrated
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