Prudhoe House & Holly House

Prudhoe House  | 810 High Road

Prudhoe House and Holly House represent the finest ensemble of Georgian properties within the North Tottenham Conservation Area and date back to the 18th century. The distinct architectural character of the buildings has been retained in their restoration and Prudhoe and Holly House represent the jewel in the crown of a row of prestigious and historic properties. A reconstructed drawing of the frontage forms the cover of Dan Cruikshank and Peter Wyld’s book ‘London: the art of the Georgian building’

Holly House | 812 High Road

Sir Hugh Smithson, Duke of Northumberland, was responsible for the construction of both houses as a symmetrical pair between circa 1715-1725. Both buildings were partially destroyed by a high explosive incendiary devise during the Blitz in London in 1940.

Prudhoe House is a Grade II* listed building named after Admiral Algernon Percy, 4th Duke of Northumberland. He was rewarded with the title ‘Baron Prudhoe’ for his distinguished service as a naval commander. The front façades of both properties have been restored – Prudhoe House won a prestigious Georgian Group award in 2003, and Holly House won a similar accolade in 2008

The buildings will be restored and will become home to the Sarabande Foundation, set up by the late designer Alexander McQueen, to support creative and visionary talent. It is now home to 15 artists and designers and helps to inspire a new generation of artists and cultural talent across the local area. The Sarabande Foundation are already on site