Burton Summer House, Monk Bretton, South Yorkshire

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Burton Summer House, Monk Bretton, South Yorkshire

Posted on October 9, 2020by Editor

Image courtesy of Barnsley Archives & Local Studies

In the early 19th century the Reverend William Wordsworth (1783-1869) built an observatory on high land near the village of Monk Bretton. The lofty landmark was demolished in the mid-20th century, and is known today only from a few photographs.

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The Kennels and The Temple, Gisburne Park, Gisburn, Lancashire

Posted on April 10, 2020by Editor

Postcard courtesy of a private collection.

Built in the later 18th century, The Kennels were designed in the style of a sham castle, with a central room flanked by two squat towers. The building also served as an eye-catcher from the bridge over the River Ribble, although this latter function has been lost as trees now block the view. Sadly the castellations are also long gone, but the building appears to have a happier future ahead.

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