Under the feudal system, lords were granted territory by the king, in return for military service in his armies each year. At the lowest level was a division of land known as … See more

As mentioned previously, the manor house had multiple uses as it was the social, legal and economic centre of the manor. Obviously one of the primary functions of the manor … See more

Manor houses were primarily luxurious living spaces, and therefore they varied hugely in size and appearance. However, they usually contained a series of key features. I… See more

Markenfield Hall
This 14thcentury fortified manor house is built of stone and features a moat surrounding the structure. The house itself consists of … See more