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"Captivating Gatehouses

Background imageGate House Collection: Gatehouse of Fleet in autumn, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Gatehouse of Fleet in autumn, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: View of the Castle Gateway, Nottingham

View of the Castle Gateway, Nottingham
Artist: Price, Caroline Mary - Title: View of the Castle Gateway, Nottingham - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Board 20.3 x 27.9

Background imageGate House Collection: Warwick Castle 1760

Warwick Castle 1760
The finest mediaeval castle in England. The present stone castle beig built in the 12th century. Ceasars Tower, Guys Tower & the Gatehouse are all depicted

Background imageGate House Collection: Ludlow Castle

Ludlow Castle
The ruins of Ludlow Castle, Shropshire, England, first referred to by chroniclers in 1138, but parts of the gatehouse keep appear to be late 11th century

Background imageGate House Collection: Piel Castle

Piel Castle
Grade I listed ruins of castle, Piel Island, Barrow in Furness. IoE 388354

Background imageGate House Collection: Westgate medieval gatehouse and gardens, with bridge over the River Stour, Canterbury, Kent

Westgate medieval gatehouse and gardens, with bridge over the River Stour, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: Knole / Green Court West

Knole / Green Court West
Imposing mediaeval, Kentish ragstone house, home of the Sackville family from the 16th century. This view shows the Green Court with its magnificent gatehouse

Background imageGate House Collection: The Castle Gatehouse, Tonbridge, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Castle Gatehouse, Tonbridge, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: St Barts Hospital Gate

St Barts Hospital Gate
The Gatehouse of St Bartholomews Hospital, Smithfield, London

Background imageGate House Collection: Lullingstone Castle Gatehouse

Lullingstone Castle Gatehouse
The marvellous Tudor brick gatehouse of Lullingstone Castle, in Eynsford, Kent. Built by Sir John Peche (who became Sheriff of Kent in 1495)

Background imageGate House Collection: Christian ruins from 10th to 12th centuries

Christian ruins from 10th to 12th centuries, round tower of monastic gatehouse, Glendalough, Wicklow Mountains, County Wicklow, Leinster, Republic of Ireland (Eire), Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: Keep gatehouse of Wigmore Castle, managed by English Heritage, Herefordshire

Keep gatehouse of Wigmore Castle, managed by English Heritage, Herefordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: Gatehouse and south tower, Stokesay Castle, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Gatehouse and south tower, Stokesay Castle, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: Architectural drawing: west front inner gate house, 1833-1834, (1906). Creator: AWN Pugin

Architectural drawing: west front inner gate house, 1833-1834, (1906). Creator: AWN Pugin
Architectural drawing: west front inner gate house, 1833-1834, (1906). Drawing by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, from the book of designs for a college made in 1833-34

Background imageGate House Collection: Nottingham Castle Gateway by A. Lennox Gordon, 1904

Nottingham Castle Gateway by A. Lennox Gordon, 1904
Artist: Lennox Gordon, Archie - Title: Nottingham Castle Gateway - Date: 1904 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Wood 15 x 23

Background imageGate House Collection: Great Gatehouse, Hampton Court Palace, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Great Gatehouse, Hampton Court Palace, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: Battle Abbey Gatehouse

Battle Abbey Gatehouse
The fine abbey gatehouse of Battle Abbey, Sussex, England, built on the site of the Battle of Hastings. Date: late 11th century

Background imageGate House Collection: The Old Palace, Richmond-Upon-Thames, 1914

The Old Palace, Richmond-Upon-Thames, 1914
Photograph showing the Gatehouse of the Old Palace at Richmond. This palace was used by Edward III, Henry VII and Elizabeth I, who is said to have died in a little room over the gateway

Background imageGate House Collection: The great gatehouse and west front, Hampton Court Palace, Borough of Richmond upon Thames

The great gatehouse and west front, Hampton Court Palace, Borough of Richmond upon Thames, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageGate House Collection: UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, St. John's College, Great Gate

UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, St. John's College, Great Gate

Background imageGate House Collection: UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Trinity College, Great Gate

UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Trinity College, Great Gate

Background imageGate House Collection: Regency alderman and tradesmen fighting over dinner at the Gate House, Highgate

Regency alderman and tradesmen fighting over dinner at the Gate House, Highgate
FLO4619117 Regency alderman and tradesmen fighting over dinner at the Gate House, Highgate. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Robert Cruikshank from The English Spy, London, 1825

Background imageGate House Collection: The Oostpoort in Heukelom, 1750. Creator: J. Molijn

The Oostpoort in Heukelom, 1750. Creator: J. Molijn
The Oostpoort in Heukelom, 1750

Background imageGate House Collection: Veerpoort in Schoonhoven, 1884. Creator: J. de Jong Ezn

Veerpoort in Schoonhoven, 1884. Creator: J. de Jong Ezn
Veerpoort in Schoonhoven, 1884

Background imageGate House Collection: The Heukelomse Poort in Asperen, 1728. Creator: Cornelis Pronk

The Heukelomse Poort in Asperen, 1728. Creator: Cornelis Pronk
The Heukelomse Poort in Asperen, 1728

Background imageGate House Collection: Rye Gate, Winchelsea, Kent, n.d. Creator: Unknown

Rye Gate, Winchelsea, Kent, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Rye Gate, Winchelsea, Kent, n.d

Background imageGate House Collection: UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Kings College, Gatehouse

UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Kings College, Gatehouse

Background imageGate House Collection: St. Louis, Missouri, USA downtown cityscape with the old courthouse at dusk

St. Louis, Missouri, USA downtown cityscape with the old courthouse at dusk

Background imageGate House Collection: UK, England, Shropshire, Stokesay Castle gate house, a fortified manor house

UK, England, Shropshire, Stokesay Castle gate house, a fortified manor house

Background imageGate House Collection: UK, England, Cambridge, Trinity College, Gatehouse

UK, England, Cambridge, Trinity College, Gatehouse

Background imageGate House Collection: Detail of the gatehouse looking through to the castle at Kimbolton

Detail of the gatehouse looking through to the castle at Kimbolton, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam
CLF289867 Detail of the gatehouse looking through to the castle at Kimbolton, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam, by Eileen Harris, published 2007 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageGate House Collection: The gatehouse at Kimbolton Castle, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam, by Eileen Harris

The gatehouse at Kimbolton Castle, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam, by Eileen Harris, published 2007 (b/w photo)
CLF289826 The gatehouse at Kimbolton Castle, from The Country Houses of Robert Adam, by Eileen Harris, published 2007 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageGate House Collection: The Gatehouse, Stanway, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)

The Gatehouse, Stanway, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294595 The Gatehouse, Stanway, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Background imageGate House Collection: Beaupre Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)

Beaupre Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311716 Beaupre Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageGate House Collection: The Gate House, Bishops Palace, Wells (litho)

The Gate House, Bishops Palace, Wells (litho)
6028906 The Gate House, Bishops Palace, Wells (litho) by Roe, Fred (1864-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gate House, Bishops Palace, Wells)

Background imageGate House Collection: Gate house of the Albany bachelor apartments, Vigo Street, Piccadilly (b / w photo)

Gate house of the Albany bachelor apartments, Vigo Street, Piccadilly (b / w photo)
3637530 Gate house of the Albany bachelor apartments, Vigo Street, Piccadilly (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageGate House Collection: Burton Agnes Hall, The Gate House (b / w photo)

Burton Agnes Hall, The Gate House (b / w photo)
6015773 Burton Agnes Hall, The Gate House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burton Agnes Hall, The Gate House)

Background imageGate House Collection: Stanway: The Forecourt and Gate-House (b / w photo)

Stanway: The Forecourt and Gate-House (b / w photo)
3102440 Stanway: The Forecourt and Gate-House (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stanway: The Forecourt and Gate-House)

Background imageGate House Collection: The Gate-House (b / w photo)

The Gate-House (b / w photo)
3102973 The Gate-House (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gate-House. Photograph in In English Homes Vol 1 (Country Life, 1904).); © Look and Learn

Background imageGate House Collection: Doorway, Porch at the Gate House, Kenilworth (b / w photo)

Doorway, Porch at the Gate House, Kenilworth (b / w photo)
5203407 Doorway, Porch at the Gate House, Kenilworth (b/w photo) by Davie, William Galsworthy (1841-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porch at the Gate House, Kenilworth)

Background imageGate House Collection: View of the Entrance of Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight, 1815 (oil on canvas)

View of the Entrance of Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight, 1815 (oil on canvas)
TW426991 View of the Entrance of Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight, 1815 (oil on canvas) by Martin, John (1789-1854); 29.5x44.5 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Background imageGate House Collection: The Gate-House, Highgate, in 1820, from an original sketch (engraving)

The Gate-House, Highgate, in 1820, from an original sketch (engraving)
3636968 The Gate-House, Highgate, in 1820, from an original sketch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gate-House, Highgate, in 1820)

Background imageGate House Collection: Our Latest Acquisition in China, the Hinterland of Hong Kong (litho)

Our Latest Acquisition in China, the Hinterland of Hong Kong (litho)
1064078 Our Latest Acquisition in China, the Hinterland of Hong Kong (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Latest Acquisition in China)

Background imageGate House Collection: Gate House, Highgate, London (coloured engraving)

Gate House, Highgate, London (coloured engraving)
609232 Gate House, Highgate, London (coloured engraving) by Henshall, John Henry (1856-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gate House, Highgate, London); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Background imageGate House Collection: Gate House, Highgate, Middlesex (engraving)

Gate House, Highgate, Middlesex (engraving)
5232777 Gate House, Highgate, Middlesex (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gate House, Highgate, Middlesex.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection; English

Background imageGate House Collection: Westwood Park, The Gate-House (b / w photo)

Westwood Park, The Gate-House (b / w photo)
6015764 Westwood Park, The Gate-House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westwood Park, The Gate-House)

Background imageGate House Collection: Stanway, The Gate-House (b / w photo)

Stanway, The Gate-House (b / w photo)
6015759 Stanway, The Gate-House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stanway, The Gate-House)

Background imageGate House Collection: Birds Eye View of Ratisbon, from the Nuremberg Chronicle by Hartmann Schedel

Birds Eye View of Ratisbon, from the Nuremberg Chronicle by Hartmann Schedel
STC94461 Birds Eye View of Ratisbon, from the Nuremberg Chronicle by Hartmann Schedel (1440-1514) 1493 (woodcut) by German School



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"Captivating Gatehouses: Exploring the Rich History and Beauty of Europe's Castle Entrances" Step into a world of enchantment as we journey through the gatehouses that guard some of Europe's most captivating castles. From the picturesque Gatehouse of Fleet in autumn, nestled in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, to Ludlow Castle's majestic entrance, each gatehouse tells its own unique story. Immerse yourself in history at Nottingham's Castle Gateway, where you can admire breathtaking views while stepping back in time. Warwick Castle's 1760 gatehouse stands tall as a testament to medieval grandeur, transporting visitors to an era filled with knights and noble courts. Venturing further south, Piel Castle welcomes explorers with its rugged charm on a small island off the coast of Cumbria. Meanwhile, Lullingstone Castle Gatehouse beckons with its timeless elegance amidst Christian ruins dating back centuries. In London lies St Barts Hospital Gate—a hidden gem showcasing architectural marvels from the 10th to 12th centuries. Tonbridge's The Castle Gatehouse awaits in Kent with its imposing presence and rich heritage that echoes throughout England. Canterbury offers an idyllic scene at Westgate medieval gatehouse and gardens. Cross over the River Stour via a charming bridge while taking in the beauty of this historic site. Lastly, Wigmore Castle's keep gatehouse managed by English Heritage invites visitors to step into Herefordshire’s past. Uncover secrets within these ancient walls as you explore their fascinating stories firsthand. Whether it be admiring autumnal hues or delving deep into historical narratives across Europe’s diverse landscapes—these gatehouses are more than mere entrances; they are portals bridging past and present for all who dare venture through them.