Rushton Triangular Lodge is a unique and historic folly located in Northamptonshire, England. This triangular-shaped building was constructed in the 18th century as a shooting lodge and features a distinctive triangular design with three sides of equal length, each with a pyramid-shaped roof. The lodge is situated in a rural area surrounded by woodland and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
English Heritage site in Northamptonshire. Really unusual as most of the architecture is around the number 3. It is triangular in shape and has 3 floors but inside is just a shell with a few alcoves on each floor.. It was built as a folly by Thomas Tresham and Guy Fawkes is reported to have stayed here when on the run. It has limited opening hours and limited parking but you only need about 30 mins to look around.
What a truly remarkable place. I can imagine many people pass this extraordinary building every day without realising the history or that it's even there. We arrived at 09.45 and there was already two other cars parked up ready to explore. Essential to book as sadly parking is strictly limited to 4 cars, though some might sneakily parked on the grass verge close-by too. The guide for English Heritage was lovely and full of information and more than happy to talk to everyone and share her knowledge. We spent close to an hour exploring the outside and inside. The guide kindly loaned us a guidebook so we could discover the significance of the number three in the building. Though the EH website suggests it's a guided tour you are free to explore yourself as the place is so tiny, but fascinating. Definitely worth a visit!
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.
An interesting and unique building with every aspect of its design linked to the holy trinity. Not a huge site but spent a bit over an hour looking around and finding out about the building from English Heritage staff. Parking is in a small layby opposite that fits about five or six cars so is limited so visiting at a less busy time may make parking easier.
We've been trying to visit here for a while, it's open limited hours. There aren't many triangular houses in the country, when you come to understand why it is this way (related to Henry VIIIth and his attack on Catholicism). The property is a fun visit, looking around the outside at the esoteric information related to the number three and the Holy Trinity. Go check it out, you might want to book ahead as it got busy while we were there. The site needs more money for upkeep.
Not visible from the road. Beter book a ticket in advance. At the moment, you can't pay onsite. Interesting follie if you know the background and what the rebellious idea behind it is. The lady on site is very informative and knowledgeable. Explained some of the writing and knowledge behind some of the background. She even advised me on other interesting follies. You can do this in less than 1/2 hour. No toilet. Parking only a few spots next to the road.
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English Heritage site in Northamptonshire. Really unusual as most of the architecture is around the number 3. It is triangular in shape and has 3 floors but inside is just a shell with a few alcoves on each floor.. It was built as a folly by Thomas Tresham and Guy Fawkes is reported to have stayed here when on the run. It has limited opening hours and limited parking but you only need about 30 mins to look around.
What a truly remarkable place. I can imagine many people pass this extraordinary building every day without realising the history or that it's even there. We arrived at 09.45 and there was already two other cars parked up ready to explore. Essential to book as sadly parking is strictly limited to 4 cars, though some might sneakily parked on the grass verge close-by too. The guide for English Heritage was lovely and full of information and more than happy to talk to everyone and share her knowledge. We spent close to an hour exploring the outside and inside. The guide kindly loaned us a guidebook so we could discover the significance of the number three in the building. Though the EH website suggests it's a guided tour you are free to explore yourself as the place is so tiny, but fascinating. Definitely worth a visit!
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.
An interesting and unique building with every aspect of its design linked to the holy trinity. Not a huge site but spent a bit over an hour looking around and finding out about the building from English Heritage staff. Parking is in a small layby opposite that fits about five or six cars so is limited so visiting at a less busy time may make parking easier.
We've been trying to visit here for a while, it's open limited hours. There aren't many triangular houses in the country, when you come to understand why it is this way (related to Henry VIIIth and his attack on Catholicism). The property is a fun visit, looking around the outside at the esoteric information related to the number three and the Holy Trinity. Go check it out, you might want to book ahead as it got busy while we were there. The site needs more money for upkeep.
Not visible from the road. Beter book a ticket in advance. At the moment, you can't pay onsite. Interesting follie if you know the background and what the rebellious idea behind it is. The lady on site is very informative and knowledgeable. Explained some of the writing and knowledge behind some of the background. She even advised me on other interesting follies. You can do this in less than 1/2 hour. No toilet. Parking only a few spots next to the road.
