Thornbury Castle Floor Plan

When henry viii came to the throne the duke of buckingham stood in high favour with his royal master.

Thornbury castle floor plan.

51 58 plan online copy colvin h m 1968 april castles and government in early tudor government the english historical review vol. In total there are 26 luxurious chambers to stay in many with four poster beds plus an award winning chef and extensive wine cellar to enjoy. Display stand for your table plan. Thornbury castle is a tudor castle in the parish of thornbury in gloucestershire england situated next to the parish church of st mary founded in the norman era construction was begun in 1511 as a further residence for edward stafford 3rd duke of buckingham 1478 1521 of stafford castle in staffordshire.

Thornbury castle a 26 room luxury property is the only tudor castle open as a hotel and restaurant. Hawkyard a d k 1977 thornbury castle transactions of the bristol and gloucestershire archaeological society vol. Actual usable floor space may vary. Furniture is displayed for illustration purposes only and does not necessarily reflect the electrical plan for the property.

In our gardens you can try archery falconry and croquet or simply enjoy afternoon tea and take in the incredible grounds and gardens. Built in the 1500s thornbury castle has housed kings queens and dukes over the centuries. The inner court is entered through a gatehouse at the centre of the western range. It is not a true military fortress but rather an early example of a tudor country.

Units are sold unfurnished. Walk the halls lined with suits of armour and tapestry hung walls and immerse yourself in english history. At thornbury the ground floor windows take the form of a star whilst above the western window is canted to a. Renderings are intended only as a general reference.

Square footage excludes garage. Up to now thornbury was just a manor but the duke obtained a licence to castellate it and in 1508 started to build the present castle. Thornbury castle weddings thornbury castle castle street thornbury south gloucestershire bs35 1hh t 44 0 1454 281182 e events thornburycastle co uk. Floor plan images are only representations and actual floor plan layouts may differ slightly than pictured.

White linen tablecloths and napkins all crockery glasses and cutlery. Thornbury castle is a truly a tudor masterpiece that offers an unrivalled experience to the visitor. Cake stand and silver knife. Founded in 1511 as the home of the third duke of buckingham edward stafford thornbury castle is the perfect example of a castle designed to serve as a home rather than a fortress due to its minimal defensive features.