Carlton Towers, Gothic Revival country house in Carlton, United Kingdom.
Description
Carlton Towers is a country house in the Gothic Revival style in Carlton, North Yorkshire. The facade shows pointed towers, carved ornaments and tall windows that extend over several floors.
History
A dwelling stood on this site as early as the 14th century, before Henry Stapleton commissioned the rebuilding in the 1870s. Edward Welby Pugin designed the transformation that gave the building its current Gothic form.
Culture
The estate takes its name from the settlement of Carlton and preserves the connection to the families who have lived here for centuries. Visitors at events can see the state rooms, which still display furnishings from the period of reconstruction.
Practical
The house opens on selected days for guided visits and organizes events that require advance booking. The grounds can be explored on foot, and some areas are accessible by wheelchair.
Did you know?
During World War II the building served as a military hospital and housed wounded soldiers. After the war ended the family returned and restored the original use.
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