Old Beaupre, St Hilary, Vale of Glamorgan.
This medieval manor-house of about 1300 was modified during the Tudor period and is home to a magnificently carved Renaissance porch that shows the influence of Italian design on Welsh architecture.
It is now in the guardianship of Cadw.
The sixteenth- and seventeenth-century manor-house is substantial, arranged around three courts covering a large area. The main approach is marked by the impressive gatehouse of about 1586, formerly crenellated and dated, which still retains fluted Ionic pilasters and the Bassett coat of arms with the motto 'Gwell anghay na chwillydd' (Better death than dishonour).
fantastic to see this, have been there many times but never knew this is what it looked like, hope to feature this soon...
vale4sale 5 months ago in playlist vale history