Crown Hotel, Nantwich, Grade I listed hotel in Nantwich, England
Description
The Crown Hotel is a Grade I listed building in Nantwich with three floors of timber-framed structure, heavy oak beams, and traditional wattle and daub walls. The building shows the construction style that defined recovery efforts following the 1583 fire.
History
After the major fire of 1583, Queen Elizabeth I ordered the hotel to be rebuilt using wood from Delamere Forest. It became one of the first structures rebuilt as part of the town's recovery.
Culture
The building reflects how Nantwich recovered after the fire by rebuilding with timber, and it shows how the community maintained this wooden style. Walking through the rooms, you can sense the local pride in preserving this part of the town's past.
Practical
The hotel offers free parking and wireless internet access for guests. Function rooms can accommodate up to 150 people for events and gatherings.
Did you know?
Each room contains different design elements that reflect various building phases and renovations across four centuries. This variety shows how the structure has adapted to changing needs over time.
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