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Circular 14th-century dovecote
Kinwarton, near Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 6HB
Asset | Opening time |
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Dovecote | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Mobility parking on farm track. Access to dovecote is via a stile and grass field. Step to entrance of building.
Rare 14th-century circular dovecote with metre-thick walls, over 580 nesting holes and original rotating ladder.
At the entrance to the Hanbury estate, this handsome lodge has miles of walking trails on the doorstep.
A second floor apartment within Hanbury Hall with stunning views over the 18th century Parterre.
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A lovely and rare 14th-century circular dovecote with metre-thick walls, over 580 nesting holes and original rotating ladder, nestled in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside.
The 14th-century dating comes from the 'ogee' arch of the doorway. It is the only remaining relic of a moated grange belonging to the Abbey of Evesham, which was situated to the north-west of the Dovecote.
The squabs, or young pigeons, would have made good eating at a time of the year when fresh meat was scarce. Only the Lord of the Manor was allowed to build or own a Dovecote. The pigeons fed off the crops of the Lord and tenants alike which caused much resentment leading to court cases in this country and to revolution in France.
When you visit Kinwarton Dovecote make the most of your day by visiting nearby Coughton Court, a Tudor house set in beautiful grounds, which is roughly a ten minute drive from the dovecote.
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