Blackden Hall, English country house in Goostrey, England
Description
Blackden Hall is a timber-framed country house with two storeys and an attic arranged in an L-shaped plan, combining wooden beams with brick and plaster infill panels. Rectangular leaded windows with multiple lights are found throughout the structure, creating a regular pattern across its facades.
History
The house was built in the late 16th century using traditional timber-framing methods common to that period. The construction techniques and materials reflect the standard building practices of the time.
Culture
The carved roundels and chevrons above the first floor show the craftsmanship that builders valued in Tudor times. These ornaments reveal what people of that era thought made a house look important and well-made.
Practical
The house is clearly visible from the road and accessible for viewing its exterior features and details. The original windows and timber structure are well-preserved, making it easy to see the building's historical character from the outside.
Did you know?
The first floor projects outward over the ground level at the front, supported by closely-spaced timber framing that creates striking geometric patterns. This upper overhang provided extra living space and demonstrates clever building design from that era.
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