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Comment on The Folly, Belchamp Walter, Essex. by The Arch, Prince of Wales Avenue, Middleton, Essex – The Folly Flâneuse

The Arch, Prince of Wales Avenue, Middleton, Essex – The Folly Flâneuse — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:07:20 +0000

[…] Rev. Oliver Raymond was a younger son of the Raymonds of nearby Belchamp Hall, where another curious arch was erected and architectural fragments were […]

Comment on Stratton’s Folly, Little Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire by Editor

Editor — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:59:12 +0000

In reply to Paul Allen. Pleased to have helped you with the history. Enjoy cycling by.

Comment on Stratton’s Folly, Little Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire by Paul Allen

Paul Allen — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:02:20 +0000

Thank you for the explanation. I’ve encountered the tower a few times whilst doing long cycle rides.

Comment on The Moor Tower, near Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire by Editor

Editor — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:51:00 +0000

In reply to TOM GARDNER. Thank you Tom.

Comment on The Moor Tower, near Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire by TOM GARDNER

TOM GARDNER — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:54:08 +0000

TOM (NYC)
I MUST COMMENT THAT IT’S OFTEN YOUR INCLUSION OF PHOTOS OF THE ‘FORMER’ … RESIDENCE, ON THE PROPERTY; THESE USUALLY … NO LONGER – ‘STANDING’ (DID ‘THEY’ EVER SIT?), FIND A ‘SOFT’ SPOT FOR ME.
HAVING AT AGE 20, FOUND ME WORKING FOR: MRS. MARJORIE MERRIWEATHER POST – AT BOTH HER ‘WINTER’ RESIDENCE: MAR-A-LAGO (PALM BEACH, FLORIDA) AND ‘HILLWOOD’, WASHINGTON D.C. WHICH IS NOW A MUSEUM. I FIND THE HOMES CONNECTED WITH THE FOLLIES … EQUALLY MAGICAL.
PLUS, THE COMBINATION OF THE REMAINING FOLLIES WITH THOSE PHOTOS … TRULY, A MAJOR ENRICHMENT TO YOUR OFFERINGS.
I ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEW ARRIVALS.

ALL THE BEST.

TOM

Comment on Architectural “Follies”: a Victorian view. by John Malaiperuman

John Malaiperuman — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:24:33 +0000

In reply to Editor. I have sent you in Messenger a photo I took in 1967 of the Lighthouse in Kings Cross with a big advert for "Ken Dodd and the Bluebell Girls"

Comment on Garnsey’s Tower, Blackborough, Devon by Editor

Editor — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:55:51 +0000

In reply to Nick Addington. Hello Nick. Ah, this was a rare admission of defeat for me. My usual saviour, in the form of a local walking their dog, failed to appear. I must have been so close to it but just didn’t find it. Very pleased that you had more success!

Comment on Garnsey’s Tower, Blackborough, Devon by Nick Addington

Nick Addington — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:39:12 +0000

With an hour or two of daylight left following an evening visit to the Wellington monument last weekend I spotted this intriguing tower on the OS map. Armed with no other info, drove through the winding lanes, found somewhere to park and headed into the woods. It’s certainly elusive! There are paths below on the steeply wooded slope, but how to get up to it? Eventually found a trail that seemed to be on the right contour and followed it to the spot. Quite atmospheric in its woodland clearing, even if it’s just a low stump now. Delighted to now discover your article and those wonderful images and photos – but to know there’s still some mystery as to its origins and builder. Thanks again for sharing your research.

Comment on The Temple, Blagdon Hall, Northumberland. by Editor

Editor — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:11:35 +0000

In reply to TOM GARDNER. Hello Tom. Belated birthday greetings to the USA.

Comment on Architectural “Follies”: a Victorian view. by Editor

Editor — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:09:57 +0000

In reply to John Malaiperuman. Hello John. I was fascinated by this monument, which was completely new to me. I’m also a fan of the Lighthouse, which I admire whenever I (regularly) approach Kings Cross. I don’t remember the advertisements so I would love to see your photo, thanks.