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Rushton Triangular Lodge
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  • David F
    Oakham, United Kingdom15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Rushton Triangular a gem of English Heritage sites
    This is an amazing historical small building. Well worth a visit. Our guide was a very informative, helpful charming lady who was keen that we and our 8 year old grandson got lots out of the visit. An hour is about right for a visit but in the area there are numerous other Treasham buildings, at Lyvenden and Rothwell which add up to a good day's outing especially if you are members of National Trust and English Heritage. At the Triangular Lodge there is not much parking and a torch is worth carrying. There are full facilities at Lyvenden. If you like photography bring your camera. Fantastic architecture and Landscapes plus red kites. Enjoy
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 22, 2023
  • TannisRob
    Ladner, Canada775 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Such interesting architecture
    Guy Fawkes escaped prison in 1606, and hid in this building called the Triangular Lodge. Hard to see in the picture, but it is built with three sides in a triangle. So cool! It is only open during certain hours, and we couldn't get in, so check opening hours before you drive there.
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 15, 2024
  • helgre2016
    Chelmsford, United Kingdom160 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Outstanding architecture
    This was a very tucked away little gem. Gorgeous architecture . the whole building was based on the number 3 . There was so many hiden details allow yourself time to really look. There was an article in EH magazine recently on the building be good if they had some of this info available for guests who dont know the history.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written July 16, 2024
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woofers46
Desborough, UK102 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
No Guide = No trip
Aug 2023 • Couples
My wife bought 2 tickets online via the English Heritage website to have a guided tour of the Triangular Lodge on Saturday 26th August 2023 at 11.00 am. When we arrived there was a family who had also booked but had travelled all the way from Coventry. Sadly the place was closed and the guide never turned up. My wife will now have to contact her bank to get a refund. At least we only live 1 mile away so did not waste too much petrol, but I do feel sorry for the family from Coventry who cannot afford to waste money. Unfortunately English Heritage who own The Triangular Lodge do not pay their staff, so as the old saying goes: If you pay peanut (or in this case nothing) you get monkeys 🐒. Do Not Go anywhere this place unless you want to take a peak from outside.
Written August 26, 2023
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Shirley E
Dronfield, UK414 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Incredible architecture
Aug 2022
This is amazing. I just gazed up at it in awe. It’s quite incredible the way it is built and everything is in sets of 3.
It’s only open a few days a year so you have to look at the website as it’s worth going inside for the views.
The problem is parking. There is only one lay-by opposite. You can probably get about 6 cars in it but if it’s full not sure where you would park as it’s just a country lane.
Very nice scenery around it and a guy there who was very informative.
Worth a trip..
Written October 25, 2022
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Mog
High Wycombe, UK15 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
OK- bit overpriced
Oct 2018 • Couples
not much to do- was in an out in 5 minutes. well I have to fill out the 100 word minimum so here it is.
Written October 29, 2018
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mochael2015
London, UK60 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Enigmatic
Aug 2015 • Solo
Whilst some may look over this property, regarding it as too small to warrant a visit, it is well worth a visit. Here, the guidebook is extremely useful, as it explains in detail all of the symbolism on the building. It is really the exterior which is the main attraction; a brave assertion of faith built by Sir Thomas Tresham in defiance of the protestant reign of Elizabeth I. The number 3 is everywhere; whether it be the trefoil windows or the amount of gables. Indeed, it is a good deal of fun to decode the building to uncover its secret message. Inside, it is very plain and unfurnished; there are three floors accessed by a narrow spiral staircase. If you want a good view of the basement, be sure to take a torch as it is almost pitch black. But otherwise, be curious and visit this place - you won't regret it.
Written August 18, 2015
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Michael K
31 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Interesting folly
Aug 2015 • Friends
Having stayed at Rushton Hall it was only a short drive to Rushton Triangle. Parking was a little difficult as there is no car park and only a few places to park up on the country road. The building itself is certainly well worth a visit just for the uniqueness of this historic 3 sided building with its carvings and hidden subliminal messages. There is nothing fancy about the interior of the building. Acesss is via a stone staircase to the first floor so it may be difficult for people with limited mobility.
Written August 7, 2015
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nitnywilf
Perth, Australia3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Learning the local history
Sep 2018 • Friends
Had a great visit to this very unique landmark. Your guide Nick Brown was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and really made our visit so much the better. Highly recommended a visit if you are interested in local history.
Written September 9, 2018
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joseph850
Manchester, UK1,044 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Small but worthwhile
May 2018 • Couples
Parking in the layby opposite you go through a small gate into what seems a secret garden. This folly though small is very interesting. With some lovely brickwork and windows.
Written May 31, 2018
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Nick D
Rochester, UK137 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Fascinating place
Aug 2017 • Family
Catholic imagery, Father of one of the Gunpowder Plotters. Alan Moore's Voice of Fire. No loo though. (: Limited parking on the opposite side of a narrow road. Be careful crossing. Not open Monday and Tuesday. Another good use of English Heritage membership.
Written September 6, 2017
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Cybermauz
Castellamonte, Italy48 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Triangles everywhere!
Aug 2017 • Friends
Strange, weird, at times dreary. Suggestive the history of the Triangular Lodge, a place rich in charm and mystery. Lost in the countryside around Rushton, this place filled with symbolism and history is a key step, you can see it in a short time and let yourself rest for a while before resuming.
Written August 25, 2017
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henry16
Kettering, UK475 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The most interesting building in Northamptonshire
May 2016 • Family
Yes there is nothing inside and yes if you don't have a guide or read up you won't get it.
The truth is the meaning, the time and who.
Living locally what the guide won't tell you is that there are tunnels running from the pub and the hall to Rothwell. Escape routes for Catholics and priests for this is the time of Elizabeth 1st and plotting against her.
This building needs to be part of a day taking in Rothwell Town Hall and charnel house ( one of only a few in Britain)
Coffee at the Store in Rothwell is good for refreshments and a loo stop.
Written August 2, 2016
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