The Swallow – Studley Royal

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During the summer water often flowed into a natural swallow hole on the bend of the river.
The Swallow, Studley Royal
To prevent this a 75m bypass tunnel was built around 1760, but this is now blocked and dry.
The Swallow, Studley Royal
The natural limestone can be seen in the base of the tunnel and water heard running below.
The Swallow, Studley Royal

Mann’s Cave, Studley Royal

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I went in search of something natural and found something very much man-made.
Manns Cave, Studley Royal
Manns Cave appears to be another garden feature, a recess in the face of a small quarry which has had a roof added. At some point it looks like their were also wooden beams.
Manns Cave, Studley Royal

Devils Chimney, Studley Royal

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The Devils Chimney is a garden feature dating from about 1740, it overlooks the seven bridges walk.
Devils Chimney, Studley Royal
It is said to be a representation of the Mausoleum of the Horatii and Curiatii near Rome.
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Fishing Tabernacles, Studley Royal

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The fishing tabernacles were probably one of the earliest parts of the garden, with the cascade into the lake being started around 1716
Fishing Tabernacles, Studley Royal
The pavilions are said to have been used as a base for fishing trips.
Fishing Tabernacles, Studley Royal

Marmion Tower

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Marmion Tower is the 15th-century gatehouse of a vanished riverside manor house. Entry is free.
Marmion Tower
It features a fine spiral staircase
Marmion Tower
An elaborate oriel window
Marmion Tower
A vaulted porters lodge with large fireplace
Marmion Tower