Hammerbeam Roof Collection

The entrance hall of the new Assize Courts at Manchester, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The entrance hall of the new Assize Courts at Manchester, 1864. View of the interior. [The architect,] Mr. A. Waterhouse, of New-street, Spring-gardens...[has] produced what is

The banquet given to M. Berryer in the Middle Temple Hall by the members of the English Bar, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The banquet given to M. Berryer in the Middle Temple Hall [in London] by the members of the English Bar, 1864. 'We give an Illustration of the festive scene in the Middle Tempie Hall

The Great Hall looking east, Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294569 The Great Hall looking east, Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Inspecting the 14th Century roof of the Great Hall of Westminster, London (engraving)
972726 Inspecting the 14th Century roof of the Great Hall of Westminster, London (engraving) by Macpherson, Douglas (1871-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Hall of Trinity College, Cambridge, from The History of Cambridge
STC133100 The Hall of Trinity College, Cambridge, from The History of Cambridge, engraved by J. Bluck (fl.1791-1831), pub. by R

The banquet in the Great Hall at the Palace of Westminster... coronation of James II in 1685, (1902)
The banquet in the Great Hall at the Palace of Westminster, for the coronation of James II in London in 1685, (1902). Guests at the coronation banquet of King James II and Mary of Modena

Illustration of a hammerbeam roof, Church of St Botolph, Trunch, Norfolk, England

Parliament House, Edinburgh, from A Short History of the English People by J
KW387008 Parliament House, Edinburgh, from A Short History of the English People by J. R. Green, published in 1893 (litho) by English School

The Inside of Westminster Hall (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF271044 The Inside of Westminster Hall (litho) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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The hammerbeam roof is a stunning architectural marvel that has been used in grand halls and cathedrals for centuries. This intricate timber structure features horizontal beams supported by vertical posts, creating a dramatic open space with soaring ceilings. The beauty of the hammerbeam roof lies in its ability to support heavy loads without the need for additional columns or walls, allowing for expansive windows and unobstructed views. Its intricate design showcases the craftsmanship and skill of medieval carpenters, who meticulously carved each beam to fit together like a puzzle. Today, the hammerbeam roof continues to inspire awe and wonder as a testament to the ingenuity and artistry of past generations. Whether you're admiring one in an ancient cathedral or modern-day building, the hammerbeam roof never fails to impress with its timeless elegance and structural brilliance.