It is a ruined 14th century pele tower now attached to a farm house and outbuildings. The fortification of the house was licenced in 1341 when the tower and a gatehouse were built. A 1692 drawing of the hall, shows the building as being three storeys tall with walls just over 4 feet thick and with battlements. The 16th century gatehouse is attached to an eight metre section of curtain wall which is the only surviving portion.
Private
Directions |
Off the A591, 2 miles north west of Kendall |
Hall Rd, Burneside, Kendal LA9 6QE |
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