Penhallam Manor
The low grass-covered remains seen today at Holsworthy once formed part of a manor house built in the 13th century by Andrew de Cardinham. The de Cardinham family were minor barons in the favour of King John (1199-1216).
Penhallam Manor was built around a quadrangle and the original entrance was across a drawbridge on the south side. A passageway led into the central courtyard where the four ranges of the house were built. The outline of the building can be clearly seen today.
There is a free car park situated a half-mile from the manor and amenities can be found at the nearby village of Week St Mary.
Enjoy an insightful yet idyllic day out at these ruins…
Image Credits: Ruth Swetnam – CC BY-SA 2.0