Holywell Manor House, Holywell
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Holywell Manor House, Holywell
Image: © Geoff Holland Taken: 17 Jun 2020
This Grade II Listed Building, which is also known as Strother Farm, was built in 1654 for Sir Ralph Bates, and was described by Nikolaus Pevsner in his 1957 book, 'The Buildings of England Northumberland' as the 'Old Hall'. The door lintel bears the inscription, 'Mediocria Firma' meaning, 'The Middle Course is Safe'. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit www.northtynesidewalks.co.uk
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Image Location
Latitude
55.063783
Longitude
-1.503639