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Interior Architectural History

​De Lyons Hall. Explore the cross wing of the Medieval Great Hall and discover the heart of the old fortified manor. Find out what happened when Thomas de Lyons married Margaret Blanket.

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Derelict upper floors. Explore the derelict upper floors.

Climb the stairs and enter a different world ...

 

Great Hall. Explore one of the oldest rooms in the Mansion. Solve the mystery of the small blocked doorways, and discover a Roman mosaic.

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Inner Hall. Was this room another cross wing? Find the blocked doorway and the Perpendicular style window.

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Long Gallery. Take a look inside the Long Gallery and imagine its former splendour.

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Music Room. Can you believe that this room was once stables? In the 19th century it housed a collection of stuffed animals. It was once a hospital too.

Uncover the secrets of this fascinating room and find out more here …


North West Wing. Take a look at these exceptional rooms.

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Small and Large Panelled Lounges. Take a look at the panelling in the lounges, it is the most important feature of these rooms. Remember to take in the view of the south lawn.

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South Gatehouse and Winter Garden. Discover more about the 15th century gatehouse and the exotic 19th century winter garden.

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Stairs. Take a look at the Restoration staircase installed in 1885 and the colourful heraldic glass.

Climb the stairs and find out more here ...

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