Interesting Jeppe History - Old Photographs - The Demolition of Friedenheim, October 1963

 

"In 1963, the old grand house itself was demolished by the T.E.D., despite urgent representations by Mr Grant and the Governing Body. The open balconies and faulty wiring of the old house apparently constituted a fire hazard and, more significantly, it was not considered economically viable; hence its destruction. Even the Historical Monuments Commission was unsuccessful. In 1963, the old grand house itself was demolished by the T.E.D., Mr and Mrs Grant, 80 boys, and two housemasters moved into the new residence."

Above:  The "Old Servants Quarters, Friedenheim".  It was demolished in October 1963.  This is where the Squash Courts now stand.

Above:  The once "Grand Staircase" of Friedenheim, the stately home of Sir Julius Jeppe that was demolished in October 1963.  This is where the new pool is now built.