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LEDSTON, West Riding

Ledston Hall Banqueting House                  SE 434 290

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The classical little banqueting house at Ledston hall was designed in the early 18th century by William Thornton for Lady Elizabeth Hastings.

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Ledston Hall Entrance Gates                          SE 435 288

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The entrance gates to Ledston Hall are probably late 17th century and the side lodges are probably early 18th century. In the centre of the pediment is a carved coat of arms. Above the double wrought-iron gates is a wrought-iron panel with Sir John Lewis's cypher in the centre.

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Ledston Hall Icehouse                                     SE 437 290

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The icehouse at Ledston Hall was part of the embankment for the terrace and was connected to the cellars of the house by a tunnel.

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