Elmhurst, Great Missenden

Elmhurst, also known as Elmtrees, is a historic semi-detached house located at 5 High Street in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire. This 18th-century building, which incorporates elements from a 16th-century house, is notable for its Grade II* main wing and Grade II north wing, Gable End. The house features a striking 19th-century covered entrance with a semi-circular iron roof. It has a rich history, having been home to notable figures such as the widow of Bishop William Cleaver and Frances, wife of radical MP Robert Knight. Elmhurst is also linked to significant correspondence in agricultural and scientific circles, including letters sent to the Journal of the Royal Agricultural Society and Charles Darwin.