Thursday, 19 May 2016

Dunham Massey Hall and gardens

Dunham Massey Hall. Two Fallow Deer in the foreground.


map of Dunham Massey.



 This historic building dates back to the 17th century and had been owned by the Booths and Greys.
 The Grey family had the famous character, Lady Jane Grey who was Queen of England for 9 days and beheaded in 1554.

In 1976 the National Trust took over the running of the estate and the hall and gardens were opened to the public. Here are a few of the photos from around the Hall, Gardens and grounds.





Planted by 7th Earl 166 years ago








Milking shed

Stables

In the Mill

Mill Water Wheel

Deer antlers


Laundry

Heating the irons.


Kitchen

Bathroom put in at a later date





Prep room








Wednesday, 4 May 2016

Lyons Salt works Wincham

Brilliant place the Salt Works at  Well worth a visit and just over £5 for concessions. Having started on our own we ended up joining a coach party and their guide who told us loads more about the place then the information boards.







Salt build up on the shoes







Scraping the salt from the brine


Brine tank

New joists amongst the old

Salt






Salt blocks









Dont think health and safety would be very happy with this