Thomas burgh acquired the manor of gainsborough in 1455. Gainsborough old hall, extended guide book by sue allen. Gainsborough old hall was built by the burgh family around 1460 and is one of the best preserved timberframed latemedieval manor houses in the uk. The delvers, who have written books, videos and undertake local history slide shows in schools the mayflower maid by sue allan. A charter of king stephen 15 1154 refers to a castle and a manor at gainsborough. Gainsborough old hall history the interesting bits.
The population of the town was 20,842 at the 2011 census. Photos, maps, personal memories and local books of gainsborough. The centres shop stocks a wide range of local history books by local authors and historians cds, dvds and gifts for all ages. Jun 16, 2010 gainsborough old hall is an outstanding historic building in lincolnshire, and it has some exceptional stories to tell. May 12, 2017 from 2010, our film bringing to life some of gainsborough old halls long history. By invitation of sir neville hickman, john wesley preached in the great hall, 1759, 1761 and 1764. An earlier post looked at katherine nevilles four marriages. Francis frith the uks leading publisher of local photographs since 1860. Packed with memories from former pupils and photographs. Schools ropery road school 19061965 tells the story of a popular local school.
Over 500 years old, the old hall is one of the bestpreserved, timberframed. History timelinea history of gainsborough on this day in gainsboroughs history historic sites in gainsborough famous people from gainsborough local history articles trace your ancestors travel. Gainsborough old hall prices and opening times english heritage. It was built by sir thomas burgh between the 1460s and the 1480s and apart from some later alterations the fabric of the building is still substantially fifteenthcentury. See more ideas about hall, cathedral basilica and cathedral. A stunning black and white timber framed building, visitors can explore the rooms and the grounds of the hall. Libraries, leisure and heritage lincolnshire county council. In line with government guidelines, our staffed sites remain closed in the interests of public health.
Sir thomas, to fit his new importance, began to build gainsborough hall during the 1460 80s. He built gainsborough old hall between 1460 and 1480, a large, 15thcentury, timberframed medieval strong house, and one of the bestpreserved manor houses in britain. Gainsborough old hall 2020 all you need to know before. Gainsborough old hall friends of gainsborough old hall english heritage official site lincolnshire county council wikipedia entry. Gainsborough old hall in 2020 medieval houses, medieval. Gainsborough mayflower gainsborough england mayflower. From 2010, our film bringing to life some of gainsborough old halls long history. Gainsborough old hall is one of the countrys best preserved medieval manor houses. Almost hidden away i the northwest corner of lincolnshire, magnificent gainsborogh old hall is one of the most impressive and bestpreserved medieval manor houses in. I started my career in public health as additional sanitary inspector in gainsborough in 1947 at the magnificent salary of. In the late 17thcentury gainsboroughs population stood at just under 2,000. View all hotels near gainsborough old hall on tripadvisor.
It was built by sir thomas burgh between 1460 and 1480 and has had some notable royal visitors, including richard iii and henry viii. It has a magnificent great hall at its centre linking the east and west ranges and boasts one of the best preserved examples of a late medieval kitchen in england. A medieval relic whose great hall once hosted mayflower pilgrims, one of henry viiis illfated wives, and plenty of royal intrigue. Sir thomas was a great benefactor to newark church and also the founder of the chantry and alms house at gainsborough. It was built in the latter part of the 15th century with elizabethan additions, and has an impressive kitchen with an enormous fireplace, a noble great hall, and an imposing lodgings tower. The society of lincolnshire history and archaeology, 1991. Gainsborough old hall is an outstanding historic building in lincolnshire, and it has some exceptional stories to tell.
The great hall with its splendid, arched, wooden roof remains at the centre of the building and continues to inspire visitors. In the late 17thcentury gainsborough s population stood at just under 2,000. If you are researching local or family history, the latest cds include the 1851 and 1886 maps of gainsborough. Discover gainsborough old hall in gainsborough, england. It was built by thomas burgh who inherited the manor of gainsborough in 1455 so just as the wars of the roses was kicking off. Dec 02, 2017 gainsborough old hall is the advent for december 2nd.
Gainsborough mayflower gainsborough england mayflower 400. Gainsborough old hall was not only their home, but also a demonstration of their wealth and. Gainsborough old hall is a remarkable example of a house built in the 15 th century as a comfortable home which, unlike the majority of houses of the period, has hardly been altered since its construction. I live a few miles from gainsborough old hall, lincolnshire, a beautiful late medieval building that played host to richard iii and henry viii, amongst others, and which will be hosting a number of henry viii events this coming year, including alison weir on. Step back into the past at this magnificent medieval manor, an evocative reminder of days gone by. Gainsborough photos, maps, books, memories francis frith. Gainsborough old hall gainsborough, lincolnshire landmark. Occasional papers in lincolnshire history and archaeology 8. The burghs were rich, flamboyant and powerful people. The shop at gainsborough old hall has a fantastic range of gifts including childrens toys and games, local history books, jewellery and gifts for the home. Gainsboroughs new free library, 1905 in 1891 there was. At one time it served as an important port with trade.
Gainsborough old hall 2020 all you need to know before you. The old hall is the largest visitor attraction today in the local area explore the rooms and learn more of the pilgrims story in gainsborough as well as its royal connections. Both richard iii and henry viii stayed at the old hall. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. The life and times of a woman who began her life at the old hall in the early 17th century and then sailed with the pilgrim fathers to colonise america. Thomas burgh died 1432, like so many of his generation, made money in the french wars. Old hall building, gainsborough, england, united kingdom. All these people had to be housed, the manner of which became a distinctive feature of old gainsborough. East wing brick faced and west wing chimneys and south gable circa 1600 for william hickman. Gainsborough old hall 2020 all you need to know before you go. It has a magnificent great hall at its centre linking the east and west. It is now clear that we will not be able to reopen on 1 may as we had originally hoped.
The museum features exhibits related to costume and textiles, social history, fine art and decorative and applied art. The great hall forms the north range, with cross wings to either side and the east and west wings enclosing the other two sides of an open courtyard. Gainsborough old hall history gainsborough old hall. The great hall of gainsborough old hall viewed from the solar. Late c15, between 1471 and 1484, for sir thomas burgh. He continued to support edward iv, helping the king escape during the 1471 lancastrian reemergence, and then transferred his support to richard iii when the latter took the throne in 1483 from his nephew. It is situated on the river trent, 18 miles 29 km northwest from the city and county town of lincoln, 15 miles 24 km southwest of scunthorpe, and 35 miles 56 km east of sheffield. Its history is a microcosm of the history of the sixteenth century. An audio visual tour brings the many histories and stories of the building to life.
John carter was the chief and, apart from a clerk,and the medical officer, the only other employee was a retired butcher who not only. Description gainsborough old hall is a medieval timber framed house, probably built between 1464 and 1484 for sir thomas burgh. Almost hidden away i the northwest corner of lincolnshire, magnificent gainsborogh old hall is one of the most impressive and bestpreserved medieval manor houses in england. On sale now at the gainsborough heritage centre for. It was built in the latter part of the 15th century with elizabethan additions, and has an impressive kitchen with an enormous fireplace, a noble great hall, and an imposing. It has a wonderful great hall, a strong brick tower, and the original medieval kitchen. Gainsborough old hall gainsborough, england atlas obscura. Prices and opening times for gainsborough old hall. Gainsborough old hall prices and opening times english. Entering gainsborough old hall is like stepping into the tudor world, as it is amazingly well preserved. Anne was born in about 1410 depending on the source you read.
It was built by thomas burgh who inherited the manor of gainsborough in 1455 so just as the wars of the roses was. Gainsborough is a market town on the edge of the county of lincolnshire, on the banks of the river trent and adjacent to nottinghamshire. It was from this marriage that the burghs would inherit starborough castle. Books the centre has a range of books covering a variety of subjects, see list below. Gainsborough old hall was not only their home, but also a demonstration of their wealth and importance. Its a wonderful building constructed from timber frame and brick. Gainsborough old hall in gainsborough, lincolnshire is over five hundred years old and one of. Gainsborough old hall in gainsborough, lincolnshire is over five hundred years old and one of the best preserved medieval manor houses in england. Gainsborough s new free library, 1905 in 1891 there was a meeting in the town to discuss the possibility of having a free library for the town. Echoes of the past at gainsborough old hall youtube. A fine late mediaeval dwelling in process of restoration at time of survey. Gainsborough old hall is the advent for december 2nd. All material and photos to irene crust web designs uk.
In 1610, at the age of 84, she wrote an account of her early life, from 1534, when her father removed the papal bull, which had been posted in dunkirk, against henry viii. The great hall of gainsborough old hall viewed from the solar now approaching her 80s, rose moved to gainsborough with her eldest son. A littleknown gem, gainsborough old hall is among the biggest and bestpreserved medieval manor houses in england. It boasts a magnificent great hall and strong brick tower. The mayflower pilgrims met there and john wesley, founder of the methodist church, preached. Today, gainsborough old hall is a fabulous visitor attraction. The railway age, undoubtedly played a key part in the old industrial decline of gainsborough. The old hall forms a group with nos 1 to 7 odd cobden street including no 2a ropery road. Until about 1600 halls were large official rooms rather than private spaces. The great hall with its splendid, arched, wooden roof remains. Gainsborough old hall is the largest visitor attraction in the local area, giving visitors a chance to explore the rooms and learn more about its royal connections and role in the separatists story, linked to the mayflower pilgrims. Items are available to purchase directly from the gainsborough heritage centre shop or posted by request. This website is produced on behalf of the friends of the old hall. In 1470, the manor was attacked by sir robert welles over a clash about lands, status, and honour, but it was not severely.
The telephone exchange tea room serves a lovely range. Gainsborough is a town in the west lindsey district of lincolnshire, england. Goodall, john, 2011, the english castle 10661650 yale university press p. Tread in the footsteps of some of its illustrious royal visitors. Gainsborough old hall official site at english heritage. Gainsboroughs new free library, 1905 in 1891 there was a. The elder scrolls magical illusions by belladonnamortis ancient language of souls the zyne legacy contemporary fantasy books reincarnating witches, demon shifters, soulsucking wraiths, and elemental mysteries. The old hall, which stands close to the centre of gainsborough, is one of the best preserved timber framed manor houses in england. The telephone exchange, themed tea room highlights the history of the building and is situated on the ground floor. Now approaching her 80s, rose moved to gainsborough with her eldest son. Gainsboroughs new free library, 1905 in 1891 there was a meeting in the town to discuss the possibility of having a free library for the town. Exchange tea room and shop exchange tea roomthe centre and telephone exchange tearoom is currently closed until further notice due to the current outbreak of covid 19coronavirus. In 1496, thomas was succeeded as baron gainsborough by his son, edward burgh, who married anne cobham, daughter of sir thomas, 5th baron cobham of starborough, when he was and she was just 9 years old.