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Turton Tower

Nestling in peaceful woodland in Lancashire, Turton Tower was originally built as a fortification against the marauding Scots but has been modified extensively over the centuries,the original square tower dates back circa 1420 when William Orrell married Elizabeth de Torboc.After living beyond their means the tower was sold to Humphrey Chetham who sided with parliament during the civil war and allowed the roundhead soldiers to use the tower as a hostel.The tower passed through a number of owners until the last owner Lady Nina Knowles left the house in trust to North Turton District Trust.

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:iconpaulaart18:
~Paulaart18 Feb 16, 2009  Hobbyist Photographer
wonderful view ;)
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:iconwandereringsoul:
Thanks for the comment..they make intersting subjects
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:iconthomasrogers54:
~THOMASROGERS54 Feb 16, 2009  Professional Photographer
That is wonderfully beautiful!
Thanks for all the back info as well.
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:iconwandereringsoul:
I love the history of these places..really takes you back in time.
Thanks for the comment
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:iconguagualoco:
!guagualoco Feb 16, 2009   Filmographer
excellent shot!!
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:iconwandereringsoul:
Thanks for the comment..just the right lighting and the right day
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:icondeltamike:
=Deltamike Feb 16, 2009  Professional Digital Artist
nice shot!
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:iconwandereringsoul:
Thanks for viewing and the comment
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