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HOWSHAM, East Riding

Howsham Bridge                                                   SE 732 625

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Howsham Bridge was built in about 1803.

Howsham Hall Lodges                                     SE 732 625

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The twin Gothick lodges and gates near to Howsham Bridge were built in about 1770 for Nathaniel Cholmley of Howsham Hall.



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​Taken: 2009

Howsham Stables                                                SE 736 630

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The stable block was designed by John Carr in about 1770 for Nathaniel Cholmley.










Howsham Watermill                                       SE 730 628

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Howsham Mill was built around 1755 and may have been redesigned as a Gothic building by John Carr who designed the stable block at Howsham Hall.

There was a statue of Diana on the top of the mill to give the impression that it was a hunting lodge. In a photograph taken in the 1950s, shortly after the mill had ceased working, the figure of Diana is clearly seen. A foot belonging to the Diana statue was recently found nearby. There was an article published in an agricultural magazine about a man from Somerset who returned Diana's arm. It is hoped that a replica will be made.


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Copyright Ray Blyth 2018