Quite how this could be described as an ugly building or even the second most ugly building in Britain does somewhat defy belief but there are some that think this building is anything but delightful.
The history behind this mansion is one of romance and shattered dreams. John Corbett, known as the 'Salt King' and the builder of this magnificent chateau fell in love with a French lady, or perhaps it is more appropriate to say French educated, as her name was - Ann Eliza O'Meara.
A condition of his marriage to her involved the building of a French Chateau - the Chateau Impney you see today. The marriage did not last long but the building remains as a reminder of that once romantic gesture that was responsible for its creation.
The Chateau is built in the style of Louis XIII and was completed in 1875. The Salt Industry of Droitwich was once the towns main income and John Corbett was a prominent figure in Drotiwich history. Born in 1817 he was the son of a Black Country barge owner.
The Chateau Impney stands in 130 acres of parkland and is now a hotel which provides modern and luxury accommodation and conference services. Considerable effort once went into the landscaped parkland which include lakes, waterfalls, tropical gardens and an extensive variety of trees and shrubs.
Chateau Impney is a well known local landmark near Droitwich and anyone entering from the North or from Junction 5 of the M5 motorway will pass by it. The website for the Chateau Impney can be found at:
www.chateau-impney.com/
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