Arcadia in Dorset Part 2

Arcadia in Dorset Part 2

Aug 9, 2019

On the south front of Cranborne Manor House is a delightful and compact early 17th C loggia. It is centred as the main entrance (the far west wing being added later) and positioned between the 13th C stair turret and buttress. There are 3 rusticated arches with what...
Arcadia In Dorset Part 1

Arcadia In Dorset Part 1

Jul 26, 2019

The Northern Loggia at Cranborne Manor House King James I of England had granted the manor of Cranborne to Robert Cecil in recognition of his role in bringing about the peaceful transition from the Tudor dynasty to the Stuart dynasty after James claimed the English...
ROYAL HUNTING LODGE TO JACOBEAN STATEMENT: Cranborne Manor House

ROYAL HUNTING LODGE TO JACOBEAN STATEMENT: Cranborne Manor House

Jul 22, 2019

I have long wanted to visit Cranborne Manor House and in July 2019 I did just that. During the summer months Cranborne Manor House opens its gardens ever Wednesday to the public. It is in a stunning setting with fabulous gardens. Whilst the house is closed and...