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Borstall Tower, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Borstall Tower, [near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire], 1850. View of...the north front [of Borstall or Boarstall Tower], a good specimen of the castellated architecture of the time of Edward II. when it was built by John, son of Richard de Handlo...The edifice is in plan square, with embattled turrets at each angle; the entrance to the tower is over a bridge of two arches, which supplies the place of the ancient drawbridge, destroyed by order of Parliament...in the year 1644. The gateway is secured by massive doors, strengthened with studs and plates of iron...One side of the moat has been filled up, but the other three sides still remain'. Edward the Confessor rewarded a huntsman named Nigel for killing a wild boar, and Nigel...erected a large manor-house, and named it Bore-stall, or Boar-stall, in memory of the event through which he obtained possession'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Borstall Tower, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire (1850): A Glimpse into the Past through an Unknown Engraving This engraving, hailing from the pages of the Illustrated London News in 1850, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Borstall Tower, a remarkable architectural gem nestled in the picturesque countryside of Buckinghamshire. The image showcases the north front of the tower, a fine example of the castellated architecture prevalent during the time of Edward II, when it was built by John, son of Richard de Handlo. The edifice, square in plan, boasts embattled turrets at each angle, while the entrance to the tower is graced by a bridge of two arches, replacing the ancient drawbridge, destroyed by Parliament in 1644. The gateway is fortified with massive doors, reinforced with studs and plates of iron, adding to the structure's imposing presence. Borstall Tower, also known as Boarstall Tower, was named in memory of an event from the 11th century when a huntsman named Nigel was rewarded by Edward the Confessor for killing a wild boar. In gratitude, Nigel erected a large manor-house on the site, and the name 'Bore-stall' or 'Boar-stall' was born. The tower, steeped in history, stands proudly, with three sides still encircled by a moat, transporting us back to the mediaeval era. This engraving, a testament to the past, is a reminder of the captivating stories that lie hidden within the walls of our historical landmarks. This evocative image, originally published in the Illustrated London News, is a treasure trove for historians, architects, and anyone with an interest in the past. It provides a unique perspective on the 14th-century structure, offering a glimpse into the grandeur and intrigue of Borstall Tower.
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