We began our tour of Haddon Hall by visiting the Chapel, which dates back to the mid-12th century. It was dedicated to St. Nicholas and there is a Fresco of 'St. Nicholas calming the storm' painted on the walls, along with many other frescos - many have deteriorated...

Once we walked through the main entrance to the Hall, we entered the courtyard with ivy and roses scaling the 800 year old walls. This particular entranceway is the place where 'Buttercup' from The Princess Bride comes out to greet the people as Prince Humperdink's...

We entered by the North-West Tower, which became the main entrance to the Hall in the early 1500s. Below is a view of the Gatehouse from the Hall.

Here is a look back at the Gatehouse from one of the bridges that crosses the River Wye on the grounds around Haddon Hall. I wonder what it must have been like to ride in a carriage through the gatehouse and then see the looming shadow of this grand home rising before...

Here's a view of Haddon Hall as we walk along the path from the Gatehouse and cross the rock bridge over the River Wye. It's a lovely and imposing prospect. The walk adds just the right emotional buildup for the entrance, so it's nice. 🙂

We enter the estate of Haddon Hall through the massive oak doors of the gatehouse, where our first glimpse of the beautifully situated home greets us. Its tan limestone walls rise up above the surrounding trees commanding attention from the visitors who follow the...