Crenellation Collection (page 2)

View of St Asaph Cathedral, Denbighshire, North Wales, dating back to the 13th century. Date: circa 1845

View of Llandaff Cathedral, near Cardiff, South Wales. Date: circa 1845

View of Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucestershire. Date: circa 1845

Gatehouse to a monastery, Bristol
Gatehouse which at one time led to a monastery, Bristol. Date: circa 1845

General view of Bristol Cathedral, Bristol
General view of Bristol Cathedral (Cathedral Church of St Augustine). Date: circa 1845

General view of Carlisle Cathedral, Cumbria, from the north. Date: circa 1845

View inside Penshurst Castle, Tonbridge, Kent, by this time accessible via the new railway from London to Dover. From left to right can be seen the Elizabeth Gallery, Barrack Room, Prison

Music cover, Sabbath Recreations, J Pridham
Music cover, Sabbath Recreations, A Collection of Sacred Airs for the pianoforte arranged by J Pridham, with a view of Rochester Cathedral, Kent. 1880s

The Torre de Belem, built c. 1514 (photo) (see also 237479, 237480, 237481)
KW237483 The Torre de Belem, built c.1514 (photo) (see also 237479, 237480, 237481) by Arruda, Francisco de (c.1480-1547); Lisbon

The Torre de Belem, built c. 1514 (photo) (see also 237479, 237481 & 237483)
KW237480 The Torre de Belem, built c.1514 (photo) (see also 237479, 237481 & 237483) by Arruda, Francisco de (c.1480-1547); Lisbon

View of a domed turret (photo)
KW237474 View of a domed turret (photo) by Portuguese School, (16th century); Palacio Nacional da Pena, Sintra, Portugal; (add.info.: summer residence of the kings of Portugal; ); Portuguese

A castle tower (photo)
KW237472 A castle tower (photo) by Portuguese School, (16th century); Palacio Nacional da Pena, Sintra, Portugal; (add.info.: royal summer residence of the kings of Portugal; ); Portuguese

Victorian card tray decorated with a scene of Pembroke College, Oxford and St
NCO256321 Victorian card tray decorated with a scene of Pembroke College, Oxford and St. Aldates church (papier mache) by Spiers, Richard Phene (1838-1916) & Benjamin W

Palazzo Vecchio in the Piazza della Signoria, Florence (oil on canvas)
419889 Palazzo Vecchio in the Piazza della Signoria, Florence (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (19th century); Museo di Firenze Com era, Florence, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian

Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire, as depicted on a fresco painting at Newnham Padox. Date: 1620

St Marys Church tower and beacon, Monken Hadley, London
St Marys Church tower and beacon, Monken Hadley, Barnet, north London. Known as the Beacon Church, since the tower and fire beacon were added in the early 16th century. Date: 1842

Four views, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA -- University Hall, Armory, Administration Building, Library. Date: 1937

The Barbican, Alnwick Castle, Northumberland (colour photo)
3094950 The Barbican, Alnwick Castle, Northumberland (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Barbican, Alnwick Castle, Northumberland)

Castle at Edge Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire
Castle at Edge Hill (Edgehill), Banbury, Oxfordshire (now in Warwickshire). Date: circa 1908

The Douglas Room, Stirling Castle, Stirling, Scotland, with a display of helmets and drums. Date: circa 1905

St Chads Church, Chadwell Heath, Romford, Essex. Date: circa 1908

Tulloch Castle, Dingwall, near Inverness, Scotland. Date: 1900s

St Chads Church, Lichfield, Staffordshire. Date: circa 1910

Edgbaston Old Church, Birmingham, West Midlands. circa 1920

St Wynwallows Church, Landewednack, Cornwall. Date: circa 1905

Parish church in the village of Luxulyan, Cornwall
Parish church in the village of Luxulyan, near St Austell, Cornwall. Date: circa 1905

Rockwood Hall, Mount Pleasant, New York, USA, home of William Rockefeller. Date: circa 1905

Taylors Hall, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY State, USA
Taylors Hall, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, New York State, USA. Date: circa 1915

The Chapel, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY State, USA
The Chapel, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, New York State, USA. Date: circa 1915

Thompson Memorial Library, Poughkeepsie, NY State, USA
Thompson Memorial Library, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, New York State, USA. Date: circa 1915

Sandown Castle, Kent 1853
Sandown Castle, Kent - one of the Cinque Ports. 1853

Conway Castle Bridge, Gwynedd, North Wales
Conway (Conwy) Castle suspension bridge, Gwynedd, North Wales, designed by Thomas Telford and completed in 1826. Date: circa 1930s

Lowther Castle, Cumberland, home for WW2 evacuees
Lowther Castle, Cumberland, home of Lord Lonsdsale, requisitioned as a home for WW2 evacuees, 2 September 1940. 1940

Peterborough Cathedral, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. Date: early 20th century

St. Johns Gate, Clerkenwell, London. circa 1905

Boys and Girls Colleges, Huddersfield, Yorkshire. circa 1900

The Castle, Shrewsbury, Shropshire. circa 1900

Handsworth Park and Old Church, Handsworth, Birmingham. circa 1900s

Victoria Museum, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Victoria Memorial Museum, part of the Canadian Museum of Nature, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Date: circa 1910

Old Cathedral, Coimbra, central Portugal, dating back to the 12th century. Date: circa 1908

Chalet Barros, Estoril, Cascais, Portugal, built in the late 19th century in the style of a medieval castle. Date: circa 1905

Historical scene, The Good Old Times

View of town and bay, Pollensa, Majorca, Spain
View of town and bay, Pollensa (Pollenca), Majorca, Spain. Date: circa 1930

Hotel Illa d Or, Port of Pollensa, Majorca, Spain
Hotel Illa d Or, Port of Pollensa (Pollenca), Majorca, Spain. Date: 1920s

Palazzo del Podesta, San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy
Palazzo del Podesta (Palazzo Comunale/del Popolo, town hall), San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy. Date: circa 1904

The Two Towers, Bologna, Italy, one of them standing at a seemingly precarious angle. Date: circa 1904

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Port Louis, Mauritius. Date: circa 1910

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Crenellation, a term often associated with medieval architecture, refers to the distinctive battlements or parapets that adorn castles and fortresses. These structures not only served as defensive features but also added an air of grandeur and elegance to these magnificent buildings. One such example can be found at Picton Castle, near Haverfordwest in South Wales. Its crenellated walls stand tall, showcasing the architectural prowess of its creators. Similarly, Nantwich in Cheshire boasts impressive crenellations on its historic structures, transporting visitors back in time. Lancaster Castle in Lancashire is another remarkable sight adorned with crenellations. This imposing fortress has witnessed centuries of history unfold within its fortified walls. Venturing further north to Helsingborg in Skane, Sweden reveals a medieval fortress complete with crenellations that overlooks the city's picturesque landscape. Even beyond Europe's borders lie this architectural marvel. Lord's Castle in Barbados stands proudly amidst the West Indies' tropical beauty while Quetta's Military Staff College showcases British India's influence through its crenellated design. Doonagore Castle perched on Ireland's Co Clare coastline offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean from its 16th-century tower house embellished with intricate crenellation patterns. The Tower of London takes on a magical aura during winter when it graces Christmas cards worldwide. Its iconic silhouette against a snowy backdrop captivates viewers and highlights the enchanting allure of crenellation. Traveling eastward brings us to Jerusalem where the Citadel (Tower of David) stands as a testament to ancient times. Its majestic structure adorned with timeless crenellations tells tales from centuries past. La Zisa castle located in Palermo, Sicily invites visitors into its regal halls boasting stunning ornate crenellation designs that reflect Italy's rich cultural heritage. Finally, St Mary's Church in Hartwell, Buckinghamshire showcases the versatility of crenellation.