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The 14th century Exchequer Gate, Lincoln pictured in 1906 compared to its unchanged appearance today.It's the only tripl...
07/12/2025

The 14th century Exchequer Gate, Lincoln pictured in 1906 compared to its unchanged appearance today.

It's the only triple arched gateway leading into cathedral grounds in England, and possibly Europe.

Badminton House, a magnificent country house in Gloucestershire, painted in 1748 compared to today, around 280 years lat...
07/12/2025

Badminton House, a magnificent country house in Gloucestershire, painted in 1748 compared to today, around 280 years later.

The estate is best known as the birthplace of the sport of badminton, which was first played here in the 19th century.

Hatfield House, a prime example of Jacobean architecture, engraved in 1707 compared to the same view today, around 320 y...
07/12/2025

Hatfield House, a prime example of Jacobean architecture, engraved in 1707 compared to the same view today, around 320 years later.

The Grade 1 listed country house in Herefordshire was built in 1611 by the 1st Earl of Salisbury - incredibly, very little has changed to its appearance in the past three centuries.

The 13th century Powis Castle in Wales painted in 1850 compared to the same view today, 175 years later.Its gardens are ...
07/12/2025

The 13th century Powis Castle in Wales painted in 1850 compared to the same view today, 175 years later.

Its gardens are famously regarded as one of the 'most magnificent' in the entire country. Thank you to Powis Castle (National Trust) for the photo.

A rare photo of the Kenilworth Castle stable block from 1900, compared to its slightly restored appearance today.Built i...
07/12/2025

A rare photo of the Kenilworth Castle stable block from 1900, compared to its slightly restored appearance today.

Built in 1553, it was a masterpiece of architecture for its time. A survey from 1563 said the timber-framed structure had '30 rooms for great horses and 20 for geldings.'

Ledbury’s Market House, reputed to be the finest timber-framed market hall in England, pictured in 1890 compared to toda...
07/12/2025

Ledbury’s Market House, reputed to be the finest timber-framed market hall in England, pictured in 1890 compared to today.

Built in 1617 in the popular Tudor style, the well-preserved structure is Grade 1 listed. Thanks to 'The New Market House Café and Grill' in Ledbury for the photo.

The Grade II* listed Tudor House in Long Itchington was originally built as an inn in the 15th century.It is reputed to ...
07/12/2025

The Grade II* listed Tudor House in Long Itchington was originally built as an inn in the 15th century.

It is reputed to have hosted Queen Elizabeth I during her travels - she is said to have stayed here in 1572 when the house was owned by the Earl of Leicester.

The 14th century Huer's Hut in Newquay, Cornwall was historically used by the 'huer,' a lookout who would spot shoals of...
07/12/2025

The 14th century Huer's Hut in Newquay, Cornwall was historically used by the 'huer,' a lookout who would spot shoals of pilchards and alert local fishermen by shouting "Hevva, Hevva!" (Here they are) or using a horn.

The Grade 2 listed hut on the cliff top features a large medieval Cornish chimney, a narrow stairway to the flat roof, two windows with drip moulds and an early fireplace.

An old engraving of Bamburgh Castle from 1833 shows how its appearance has changed in the last 192 years.Built on a volc...
07/12/2025

An old engraving of Bamburgh Castle from 1833 shows how its appearance has changed in the last 192 years.

Built on a volcanic rock outcrop overlooking the North Sea, the current fortress dates from the 12th century.

The 14th century Raby Castle, one of the most impressive intact castles in England, engraved in 1776 compared to today.I...
07/12/2025

The 14th century Raby Castle, one of the most impressive intact castles in England, engraved in 1776 compared to today.

In 1648, during the English Civil War, Royalists besieged it, causing minimal damage. However, in the 18th century, the 1st Lord of Barnard, angered by his son's marriage, partially dismantled the moated castle in revenge - it was eventually rebuilt and restored.

Built in 1160 (865 years ago) Elvet Bridge is a medieval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear, Durham.The Grade 1 l...
07/12/2025

Built in 1160 (865 years ago) Elvet Bridge is a medieval masonry arch bridge across the River Wear, Durham.

The Grade 1 listed structure is reputed to be the narrowest row-through bridge in Europe.

Here's how Eaton Hall, located on the outskirts of Chester, looked in 1890 compared to its much changed appearance today...
07/12/2025

Here's how Eaton Hall, located on the outskirts of Chester, looked in 1890 compared to its much changed appearance today.

The extravagant house was originally built in 1675, however, due to deterioration it was demolished in 1963 and rebuilt, though the chapel, clock tower and stables were preserved.

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