In Tudor times the south wing of the House was a separate building and it was probably not until around 1630 that it was joined up with the cross-wings of the Great Hall to form what we now know as Fish Court. The South Passage offers an excellent view back to the Great Hall, the original building at the heart of Boughton, with its steeply pitched roof.

The paintings on display can vary but will usually include works by 17th century Dutch and other European artists, which are well represented in the Buccleuch Collection. Often hung here is a fine ‘View of the Thames’ by Samuel Scott showing the Montagu House built for Duke John during the 1730’s by Henry Flitcroft. It shows the riverside terrace for which the Chinese Pavilion was ordered.
View of the Thames, Samuel Scott (1702-72)

Upon leaving the passage, one is flanked by 4 pastoral paintings by Francesco Zuccarelli.
Pastoral Piece by Francesco Zuccharelli (1702-88)

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