Haddon Hall, Medieval house museum in Bakewell, England.
Description
Haddon Hall is a medieval manor on the banks of the Wye in Bakewell, with buildings that range from Romanesque arches to Tudor paneled chambers. The rooms spread across several levels and link stone wings connected through courtyards and covered galleries.
History
A Norman knight received the land in the 11th century, and the walls grew over five centuries as families added chapels, halls, and living quarters. After centuries of neglect, a duke led restoration work that returned the house to its medieval appearance.
Culture
The terraced gardens rise above the river and contain roses grown for centuries by generations of gardeners who worked the estate. Visitors follow paths between clipped hedges and stone walls that frame the house from the water.
Practical
The best time to visit is mid-morning on weekdays when the rooms are quieter and light comes through the old windows. Wear comfortable shoes because paths through the gardens and between floors climb uphill.
Did you know?
The Long Gallery on the top floor runs for more than 100 feet (30 meters) and preserves its original timber beams and carved doors. This room served as an indoor passage when weather made outdoor routes impassable.
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