Bethel House
Historic Jersey buildings
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Property name
Bethel House
Location
Rue du Val de La Mare du Sud
Type of property
18th century country house with 20th century additions
Families associated with the property
- Le Gresley: In 1855, Helier de Gruchy purchased Val de la Mare Farm from his brother-in law, Philip (or Philippe) Le Gresley, whose name is listed next to the property on the 1849 Godfray Map. Philip’s story after this point takes a tragic and almost fatal turn. He was described as having been addicted to drink. In November 1859 the Jersey Independent and Daily Telegraph reported the attempted murder of James John Bosdet by Philip Le Gresley. At his trial in March 1860, he was charged with having ‘wilfully and criminally discharged a pistol at James John Bosdet, of wounding him severely and putting his life in danger.’ Bosdet survived, but Le Gresley was found guilty and sentenced to seven years transportation.
- Simon: Bethesda: Bethesda Methodist Chapel has strong links to the Simon family, who live in Bethel House. The house has been in the ownership of the Simon family since 1912, when Walter Simon bought it from John Charles de Gruchy. Walter was a trustee of Bethesda from 1904 to 1948, resigning shortly before his death. He was also a member of the St Peter taxation committee, representing Val de la Mare after his election in 1908.
Historic Environment Record entry
Listed building
This three-bay house, with later west wing and bakehouse, retains its historic proportions and character. It contributes to its rural setting. There are few internal features of note, but it retains the original roof.
Thise building is shown on the Richmond Map of 1795. It dates from the 18th century with 20th century alterations.
Gable to road. House, two-storey, three-bay, with two-storey, two-bay converted outbuildings to west and single-storey converted outbuildings to east. Detached to north west is outbuilding. To northeast and east are 20th century outbuildings.
