Bay window stone coping being unearthed
Bay plinth and first course (limestone)
Part of a window Cill in forground, upside down. Coping in the distance, again upside down.
One of the three window jambs, in sandstone.
Loose walling stone in centre had a masons mark on the bed.
East end of bay
Close up showing the stone detailing
Ready to lift out of the trench!
End of bay should connect to the main house wall, which has been removed previously, probably during demolition.
Yorkshire stone paving still intact!
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This collection of photographs was taken after the excavations to uncover the stonework which formed the centre bay window on the south elevation of Parlington Hall. From the stonework uncovered and the pieces of masonry found in the demolition fill some interesting facts were revealed, see the two sections below for further information.
Bay window Excavations and Discoveries
Bay Window Stone Coping Details