2011 : Gatehouse to Siston Court
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Image: © Maurice Pullin Taken: 20 Jun 2011
"Siston is also known for its Tudor Court, which was originally built, or rebuilt, by Sir Gilbert Dennis's (or Denys) family. It was erected at a time when fortress-type houses were no longer required for the personal safety of the occupants and building for comfort and convenience - rather than defence - was becoming the norm." "Oliver Cromwell, who was in the vicinity for the Battle of Lansdown in 1642, is supposed to have lodged at the house but foolishly left his boots behind. That there were some riding boots, as well as some bullet holes in the church door made by his soldiers, still there in the 1920s is not in dispute." The above comments were copied from: http://www.pucklechurch.org/html/siston_court_history.html worth a visit, Siston Lane passes, heading south into Siston village.
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