Darts legend Bobby George’s home is as unique as he is! This 80-year-old “King of Bling” built himself an 18-bedroom mansion over 30 years ago, and get this—it’s shaped like a dart flight! The lavish property, known as George Hall, sits in beautiful Ardleigh, Essex, and is filled with eccentric details, just like George himself.
For those who followed darts in the 70s, 80s, and 90s, George’s flamboyant personality was matched only by his love for extravagant jewellery. He may have fallen short in the BDO World Championships finals in 1980 and 1994, but he struck gold in 1979 and 1986 by winning the News of the World title.
Bobby’s abode isn’t just a home; it’s a spectacle. A pub-style entertainment room complete with bar and snooker table ensures every visit is a memorable one. Outside, the 12-acre grounds boast three fishing lakes, perfect for indulging his passion for angling.
If you’re lucky enough to visit, don’t be surprised by the bizarre collection of memorabilia, including a preserved toe kept in a vodka bottle! Yes, you read that correctly. After a genetic condition forced its removal, Bobby kept one as a quirky souvenir.
Reflecting on his audacious building project, Bobby confessed he “overdid it,” constructing the house room by room, starting with a bathroom. “I was younger and didn’t have any fear,” he recalled. The mansion was originally intended to have 28 bedrooms, but Bobby reconsidered after planners advised it might be “over the top.”
Never one to shy away from a challenge, Bobby George has crafted a life, and a home, that are as colourful and larger-than-life as his career in darts. If you’re ever in Essex, keep an eye out for this marvel from above—it’s truly unmissable! 🎯🏡