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Historic Buildings in Northamptonshire

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78 Derngate    A masterpiece of Modernist architecture, remodelled by Charles Rennie Mackintosh from an early 19th century terraced house. In 1916 Mackintosh was called upon by WJ Bassett-Lowke, owner of the property, to undertake a major program of refurbishing and decorating the property. This he did, so brilliantly that 78 Derngate has been called his most significant work after leaving Glasgow. Strangely, Mackintosh never visited Derngate during the remodelling; all his work was done by letter and by arranged meetings with the owner in London. Northampton Trust, 82 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, England, NN1 1UH Attraction Type: Historic Property Location: Discounted entry for English Heritage members. Website: 78 Derngate Location map OS SP758603 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Chichele College    A 15th century complex of buildings founded by Archbishop Henry Chichele to serve as a chantry college. At its inception the college was home to 8 secular canons, 6 choristers, and 4 clerks, who sered the local parish church. Chichele was a native of the Higham Ferrers area, and was one of the most influential men in early 15th century England. He was Archbishop of Canterbury for almost 40 years from 1014 until 1443. College Street, Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, England Attraction Type: Historic Property Location: The quadrangle is open at any reasonable time. To visit the chapel you need to obtain the key from nearby keykeeper. See the English Heritage website for details. Website: Chichele College English Heritage OS SP960686 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Geddington Eleanor Cross    In 1290, Eleanor of Castile, wife of Edward I, died in Harby, Notinghamshire. Her body was carried in stages from Harby back to London for burial. On the night of 6 December, 1290, the procession stopped at this little village in Northamptonshire. As a mark of his grief at his wife's death, Edward set up an elaborate commemorative cross at each location where Eleanor's cortege rested for the night. These crosses came to be known as Eleanor Crosses. Geddington, Northamptonshire, England Attraction Type: Historic Property Location: In the centre of Geddington near the parish church. Open access site. Website: Geddington Eleanor Cross English Heritage OS SP894829 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Priest's House    Also known as the Old Rectory, the Priest's House in Easton on the Hill is a small late 15th or 16th century building housing a museum of local village life. Aong the exhibits are displays on the local slate industry and collyweston stone. Easton on the Hill, Stamford, Northamptonshire, England, PE9 3LS Attraction Type: Historic Property Website: Priest's House Email: priestshouse2@nationaltrust.org.uk National Trust Location map OS TF010044 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Rushden Hall    The oldest domestic building in Rushden, Rushden Hall dates to at least the 14th century. To these early beginnings were added a myriad of architectural additions and improvememts over the centuries, so that Rushden Hall today resembles an attractive pastiche of historic styles and periods under a clay tile roof. Hall Park, Rushden, Northamptonshire, England, NN10 9NG Attraction Type: Historic Property Website: Rushden Hall Email: clerk@rushdentowncouncil.gov.uk Phone: 01933 316216 Location map OS SP956663 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Rushton Triangular Lodge   One of the most triking buildings in England, Rushton Triangular Lodge was built by Thomas Tresham between 1594-1597. Tresham, fatherof one of the Gunpowder Plot participants, was a firm Roman Catholic. He was frequently fined for his views, and devised the Lodge as a way of expressing his committment to the Catholic faith. The Lodge is based on an equilateral triangular, symbolic of the Holy Trinity. Rushton, Northamptonshire, England, NN14 1RP Attraction Type: Historic Property Location: Just west of Rushton village on the minor road towards Desborough. Parking in a layby opposite the site entrance. Keep your eyes open - it is easy to drive right past the Lodge! Website: Rushton Triangular Lodge Phone: 01536 710761 English Heritage Location map - Photos of Rushton Triangular Lodge OS SP831830 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts