BASING HOUSE

Photos Andrew Tivenan

A large, fortified brick palace that was built in 1530 on the site of an early 13th century castle. The fortified house, once the largest in England, was destroyed following a 3 year siege which ended in 1645 but the remains are visible. At one time the house was being defended against an army of 19,000 men.

Open April - September, Wed - Sun afternoons.

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