Timsbury House was a large mansion house owned by the Samborne family. Built towards the end of the 15th century by Richard Samborne. His successor Barnaby Samborne was knighted for his services to Queen Elizabeth I.
Timsbury House, a substantial mansion belonging to the Samborne family, was built in the late 15th century by Richard Samborne.  His heir, Barnaby Samborne, was honored with a knighthood for his service to Queen Elizabeth I.