New chapter - Magnus and Imogen Birch Throckmorton outside Coughton Court with their children Isabella and Hector. New chapter - Magnus and Imogen Birch Throckmorton outside Coughton Court with their children Isabella and Hector. COUGHTON Court is looking to become the heart of the community as a new chapter begins in its long history. The Throckmorton family have unveiled a new vision for the country estate near Alcester ahead of resuming its day-to-day running next year following a period of National Trust stewardship. While the Throckmorton family will be resuming the day-to-day management, the National Trust will continue to care for and preserve the property.