Purey Cust Lodge, Grade II listed lodge near York Minster, England.
Description
Purey Cust Lodge is a Grade II listed building near York Minster in England. It features orange-brown brick walls with magnesian limestone details and diamond lattice windows across two low storeys, with three gateways piercing the boundary walls, two containing nail-studded wooden gates and one providing vehicle access.
History
The building was constructed in 1845 as the stone yard entrance for York Minster. In 1914, it became Purey-Cust Nursing Home through Dean Arthur Purey-Cust's initiative and funding.
Culture
The entrance gates display decorative shields showing St Peter and the York Deanery, marking the building's link to York Minster. These symbols remain visible to visitors and passersby as part of the local streetscape.
Practical
Approach the building from Precentor's Court side, where the lower boundary wall makes viewing easier. Visit during daylight hours to see the brickwork and decorative details most clearly.
Did you know?
The boundary walls vary significantly in height, reaching about 8.5 meters at the rear while dropping to about 4.5 meters along Precentor's Court. This difference in height reflects how the building was adapted to fit the sloping terrain of the site.
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