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Trentham Hall is one of the “lost country houses” of England- magnificent historical manor houses that have fallen into disrepair or been demolished. Trentham Hall, on the fringes of Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, had an extensive history as an Augustinian Priory, a convent, and housed the Dukes of Sutherland. (no, I don’t know where they live now. Maybe they are wandering aimlessly around Stoke peering into ceramics shoppes). All that remains is the garden, parts of buildings, and the parish church.

I am quite sorry this house was Lost but the overgrowth in this palatial archway is the most gorgeous example of beautiful decay EVER! I think it is perfect just as it is. (photo Peter Juerges on flickr)

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enchantedengland:

EEEEEEEE look at this magical fairytale glen!!! This is in Betws-y-Coed (“Prayer house in the wood”), Welsh pronunciation: [ˈbɛtʊs ə ˈkɔɨd]) a little village in the Conwy valley of Conwy Borough, Wales. The town was founded around a monastery in the late sixth century. (image edwina bullock on beautyineverything.com)

enchantedengland:

Spooky gothic ruins for those who appreciate beautiful decay. Although Rochester Castle (image is of the interior) in Rochester, Kent, southern England; is actually one of the best-preserved castles in the UK; despite its incredible antiquity. There’s been a fortification here since AD 43, although it is the keep of 1127 and the Norman castle which are seen today. The Castle Gardens were a favoured leisure area during Victorian times; and Charles Dickens asked to be buried in “the small graveyard under Rochester Castle wall”, although his wishes were ignored. I think this looks like the courtyard where the Slytherin Common Room might emerge from the dungeons.

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wherehappylives:

i like the idea of having sofa or loungechair next to the fireplace. sounds comfy! ^^

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