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Tretower Court, Breconshire

Photography by John Ball - 23 June 1998
(with Agfa ePhoto307 digital camera)

Tretower Court is one of the earliest and best fortified medieval manor houses in Wales, dating mainly from the 15^th century, but the ownership of the land can be traced back to the 11^th century. Many generations of the Vaughan family were resident at Tretower Court, including the 17^th century mystic poet, Henry Vaughan (1621-1695), twin brother of philosopher Thomas Vaughan (1621-1666).

Above: The western aspect of Tretower Court.

Above: In the distance are the hills which form the eastern side of the Rhian-goll valley.

Above: To the south of Tretower Court is a secluded garden area.

Above: The garden is stocked with plants which would have been common in medieval
times. In June, when these pictures were taken, rambling roses and ox-eye daisies
were in full bloom.

Above: The stone pedestal of a Tudor water fountain.

Above: The 'back door' leading from the garden into the court.

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