The Great Hall. At the time of construction this
great hall supported the second largest roof span in the country
(after Westminster Hall). It was a marvel of medieval construction,
built to impress and reflect the status of the owner
Another view of the Great Hall. The lower arcading
shows where the undercroft was located. This provided storage,
and was lit only by narrow slit windows in the wall.
Worn and weathered sandstone in the Great Hall
Gaunt's Tower
Detail of carving on the buttress supporting Gaunt's Tower
Stairs giving access to the Saintlowe Tower.
This tower primarily provided accommodation.
Saintlowe Tower looking out to the Great Mere.
This tower and the Strong Tower were built by John of Gaunt when
he rebuilt the Great Hall in the 14th century.
Looking outward from the Strong Tower. The trees
in the distance mark the borders of the ancient Forest of Arden.
Window in the Strong Tower. This tower was three
stories in height and served mainly to provide storage, dining,
and accommodation.
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