This is a bit of a picture postcard shot really but I think it is a good image showing the medieval Belsay Castle in Northumberland.
Apparently it was built in 1370 and it was used as a residence by the Middleton family until Christmas Day 1817 when the family moved into the newly built mansion just a short distance away
The original castle was stripped of its furnishings and used as a folly in the extensive grounds and was used to host summer parties.
I think I prefer the original castle to the modern hall, how about you? Leave a comment to let me know your preference...
There is so much about this image that I like. I really like the warm colour of the stonework, I like the rough texture of the stone where you can see the markings of the masons tools. I love the shape of the arch and the diamond pattern of the leaded window. I like the sunlight as it shines through and I can image sitting here on a sunny day looking out from the castle across the fields.
