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The building itself is a record of styles of domestic architecture from 1285 to 1824.

The builder of Wollaton Hall, Francis Willoughby I, was connected to many of the leading figures of the Elizabethan era.

The Hall's place in the history of science was secured by John Ray, whose patronage by Francis Willughby III made his life as a scientist possible.

The daughter, Cassandra, of John Ray's patron beame the Duchess of Chandos.

A significant tributary of the River Tame flows though the estate and feeds the pool.

Middleton Hall is associated with the history of Sutton Coldfield,and also of Tamworth.

Its long association with neighbouring Drayton Manor links it to much notable history