3 edition of Old Wardour Castle, Wiltshire found in the catalog.
Old Wardour Castle, Wiltshire
Ralph Bernard Pugh
Published
1968
by H. M. Stationery Off. in London
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Written in
Edition Notes
| Statement | history by R. B. Pugh. Description by A. D. Saunders. |
| Series | Ministry of Public Building and Works. Official guide-book, Ministry of Public Building and Works. Historic buildings and ancient monuments |
| Contributions | Saunders, A. D. |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | DA664.W27 P8 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | 19 p. |
| Number of Pages | 19 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL5455352M |
| LC Control Number | 73157589 |
In , the sixteenth Baron Arundell started a new planting scheme and repairs to Wardour Castle. In Old Wardour Castle was placed in the guardianship of the Ministry of Works (later English Heritage). After the sixteenth Baron's death in , Wardour Castle and its immediate surrounds were sold to the Society of Jesus. Old Wardour Castle in Wiltshire can be visited as part of the Wonders of Wessex independent walking holiday. Wardour Castle is located at Wardour, near Tisbury in Wiltshire, 15 miles (24 km) west of original castle was partially destroyed during the Civil War.
Old Wardour Castle Wedding Brochure. To book your wedding at the atmospheric Old Wardour Castle, please contact our Hospitality Events Team on: . Old Wardour Castle in Wiltshire has a long history. As a former Royal estate, King Alfred the Great of the Saxons once gave judgement on a dispute while he stood washing his hands in his chamber at his Wardour manor. Later the manor passed to the Benedictines at Wilton Abbey and was assessed as acres and just a single plough team in the AD Domesday : 25K.
Old Sarum Castle Motte and bailey 11–13th century Fragmentary remains On site of Iron Age hill fort. Old Wardour Castle Castle c Ruins Remodelled 16–17th centuries, superseded by Palladian building known as New Wardour Castle. Old Wardour Castle (min drive) Tisbury open-air swimming pool and playgrounds (7-min drive) Bush Farm Bison Centre (min drive) Salisbury, for a cinema and wet-weather activities (min drive) Longleat Safari (min drive) Wilton House adventure playground (min drive) Families Should Know.
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Set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle, near Tisbury was once one of the most daring and innovative homes in Britain. It was built in the 14th century as a lightly fortified luxury residence for comfortable living and lavish : We recommend Wiltshire book Old Wardour Castle tours ahead of time to secure your spot.
If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour Wiltshire book for a full refund.
See all 1 Old Wardour Castle tours on Tripadvisor/5(). Old Wardour Castle, Salisbury, Wiltshire. 3, likes 17 talking about this 14, were here. Beautiful romantic ruin of a former luxury residence for lavish entertaining built in the 14th century/5().
The unusual 14th century hexagonal castle was built for luxury living and lavish entertainment. Today it provides a picturesque lakeside setting for picnics and a relaxing day out.
An audio tour brings to life its long history and dramatic involvement in the Civil War. Old Wardour is also used as a wedding venue/5().
By the time the occupants surrendered, the damage to the castle was extensive; an audio tour brings to life the castle’s long history.
Today, surrounded by landscaped grounds which include an elaborate rockwork grotto, Old Wardour is a picturesque location for picnics and a relaxing day out. Wedding venue/5().
Book Wiltshire book tickets online for Old Wardour Castle, Tisbury: See reviews, articles, and photos of Old Wardour Castle, ranked No.1 on Tripadvisor among 4 attractions in Tisbury/5(). Ghost of Lady Blanche of Old Wardour Castle. Old Wardour Castle was originally constructed in the 14th century.
More than years later, its romantic and serene ruins still highlight the Wiltshire countryside of southwest England. The castle and nearby lake make for a. Old Wardour Castle, Tisbury: Address, Phone Number, Old Wardour Castle Reviews: //5().
Discover Old Wardour Castle in Wiltshire, England: Besieged by war, this castle ruin has crumbled into a peaceful picnic spot. Both Old and New Wardour Castle are located in the settlement of Wardour, part of Tisbury Parish in the county of Wiltshire, England. Old Wardour Castle was built in the late fourteenth century and New Wardour Castle was completed in Old Wardour Castle is now a ruin managed by English Heritage, while New Wardour Castle is privately owned Opened: Old Wardour Castle - Wiltshire Paperback – January 1, by A.D.
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Old Wardour Castle Wedding Venue - Wiltshire wedding venue - Fairytale castle wedding - French chateau wedding - Stunning wedding setting in Wiltshire. Shaftesbury has a local ruined castle and quite a few local stately homes, but two are the most famous of all: Old Wardour Castle and New Wardour Castle (which are actually in Wiltshire, not Dorset).
Before a recent trip, I found a lovely walk that took in the old castle and then took you on a walk through the Dorset countryside to the new. Old Wardour Castle was a stylish statement of the wealth and status of its builder, Lord John Lovell, who was a loyal supporter of Richard II. Later it came into the possession of the Arundell family but, during the Civil War, it was seized by Parliamentary forces.
Henry Arundell responded by besieging his former home and ultimately destroying it. This circular walk explores the countryside surrounding the 14th century Old Wardour Castle in Tisbury, Wiltshire.
The site is managed by English Heritage who provide an audio tour where you can learn about the castle's history. You can also climb the turrets for wonderful views over the surrounding area.
During the English Civil War () Old Wardour's owners, the Arundell family, were staunch supporters of the King.
InEdward Hungerford, a Parliamentarian, and his men surrounded the castle. Thomas Arundell, 2nd Baron Arundell of Wardour, was away on King's business, when Hungerford and his men : Mary Anne Yarde.
Old Wardour Castle is a few miles from the A, down some wind The castle dates from the 14th century and is based on French designs which were taken following returning from the French wars.
The castle has a large Bailey over four floors/5(). Inwhen the last Lord Arundell died, Old Wardour Castle passed into the care of the state. Both castles have been used as film sets; the Old Castle featured in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and New Wardour Castle in the film Billy Elliot.
History. The land was an estate of Wilton Abbey by the 11th century. The old 15th century Wardour Castle was slighted during the English Civil War, The stronghold was replaced in by New Wardour Castle, built between and It was long the home of the Lords Arundell of Wardour and later of Cranborne Chase School.
All Saints' Roman Catholic chapel, Wardour, originally belonged to Country: England. If you don’t know where Wiltshire is, here is a map, it’s in the South West of the UK. I’m in the red squiggle, quite a big county really! First up on my Wiltshire travels was the very beautiful Old Wardour Castle, and English Heritage site from the 14th Century.Old Wardour Castle (Wiltshire) is, without a doubt, t he most spectacular of the main residences of the Lovells of Titchmarsh.
Though like many other medieval castles, it was severely damaged during the Civil War, the ruins are still spectacular.Old Wardour Castle, Near Shaftsbury, Wiltshire.
In May a Parliamentary force of around soldiers laid siege to Old Wardour Castle and, since it was defended by only Lady Blanche Arundell and twenty-five faithful retainers, the attackers, no doubt, expected a quick victory.
