Built from grey brick in the 18th century during the Georgian period, Ellingham Hall is a three-storey building with five bays, a large central doorway and ten bedrooms.

A keen hunter, Smith brought back to Ellingham Hall the remains of six of the 99 tigers he is said to have shot during his tour of duty in India.

[1] Whilst serving in India, Colonel John Smith re-discovered the Ajanta Caves which are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ellingham Hall is currently owned by Vaughan Smith, former British Army officer (Grenadier Guards),[3] journalist and founder of the Frontline Club in London.

Whilst serving in India, Colonel John Smith re-discovered the Ajanta Caves which are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.