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West Tower interior - Helmsley Castle (2 x PiPs)

When first built, it comprised a basement with two floors above, providing views over the extensive parkland to the west and south. In the 14th century the tower was heightened, another floor being added. A third floor was added in the 16th century, and at the same time new windows and fireplaces were inserted. The rooms were probably divided subdivided into at least two chambers per floor.

In the 14th century the tower was heightened, another floor being added. A third floor was added in the 16th century, and at the same time new windows and fireplaces were inserted. A latrine was inserted on each floor in the southern corner. A doorway in the west corner led onto the curtain wall at the second-floor level. The third floor was added in the 16th century, and at the same time new windows and fireplaces were inserted. The fireplaces blocking the 14th century windows in the southwest wall.
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14 comments

Pat Del said:

It must have been splendid this old castle !
7 years ago

Doug Shepherd replied to Pat Del:

I'm sure it was a wonderful sight to behold when in it's prime. Thanks so much for your visit Pat.

Best regards, Doug
7 years ago

HappySnapper said:

Good Composition.
7 years ago ( translate )

Doug Shepherd replied to HappySnapper:

Thanks very much Maurice.

Best regards, Doug
7 years ago ( translate )

Erhard Bernstein said:

Tha second PiP ("View of Duncombe Park to the southwest") doesn't work for me, but it's a great set anyway ...
7 years ago

Doug Shepherd replied to Erhard Bernstein:

Many thanks for your visit and kind comment Erhard. that is the beauty of photography, the viewers opinion is always subject and always welcome.

Best regards, Doug
7 years ago

Erhard Bernstein replied to Doug Shepherd:

To make myself clear - it might be a great Pic, but I just can't see it ;-)
7 years ago

Doug Shepherd replied to Erhard Bernstein:

My apologies Erhard I understand now. I have checked my viewing setup and all is as it should be. I think perhaps it is down to a vagary of cyberspace!

All the best, Doug
7 years ago

Jaap van 't Veen said:

Impressive ruins.
Beautiful light in your image Doug.
7 years ago

Doug Shepherd replied to Jaap van 't Veen:

Many thanks Jaap, glad you like it.

Best regards, Doug
7 years ago

Malik Raoulda said:

Majestueuses ces ruines...Que de secrets gardent-t-elles.?
7 years ago ( translate )

Doug Shepherd said:

Thanks very much for your kind comment Malik. Given the violent history of the castle quite a few dark secrets I suspect!.

Best regards, Doug
7 years ago

Jocelyne Villoing said:

La pierre est encore belle, il suffirait d'un peu d'huile de coudes !!! lol +++
7 years ago ( translate )

Doug Shepherd replied to Jocelyne Villoing:

Thanks so much for your kind comments Jocelyne. It has had many years to gather the dirt and dust;-))

Best regards, Doug
7 years ago