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Rushton Triangular Lodge

Rushton Triangular Lodge
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This delightful triangular building was designed by Sir Thomas Tresham (father of one of the Gunpowder Plotters) and constructed between 1593 and 1597. It is a testament to Tresham's Roman Catholicism: the number three, symbolising the Holy Trinity, is apparent everywhere. There are three floors, trefoil windows and three triangular gables on each side.On the entrance front is the inscription 'Tres Testimonium Dant' ('there are three that give witness'), a Biblical quotation from St John's Gospel referring to the Trinity. It is also a pun on Tresham's name; his wife called him 'Good Tres' in her letters.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
1 Apr-1 Nov 11am-4pm Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.00
Children:
£1.50
Concession:
£2.60
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Northamptonshire - NN14 1RP
Road Access:
1 mile W of Rushton, on unclassified road; 3 miles from Desborough on A6
Train Access:
Kettering 5 miles
Bus Access:
Stagecoach in Northants 18 Market Harborough railway station - Kettering, alight Desborough, then 2 miles
Map Location:
Telephone:
01536 710761

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Shop Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders
Facilities Details:
Toilets: None.
Shop: In ticket office, up three steps.
Refreshments: None, but picnics welcome in grounds.
Access:
Access to monument and grounds: Three steps to ticket office. Access within Lodge not possible for wheelchair users; however, the main interest of the building is its exterior. Spiral staircase to upper floor may be difficult for ambulant disabled visitors. Smooth grass in grounds with impacted gravel paths.
Parking:
Restricted, in lay-by, c.50m from property across a busy road.

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Coach Parking Facilities:
Please contact the Visitor Operations Site Supervisor on ++44 (0)1536 710761.
Group Booking:
Parking opposite site for 1 coach only, making advance booking necessary.
Average Length of Visit:
30 minutes

Further Info

Dogs on leads (restricted areas only).
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