Lyddington Bede House

Website http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/ConProperty.65

Classification Historic Building

DescriptionSet beside the church of a picturesque ironstone village, Lyddington Bede House originated as the late medieval wing of a palace belonging to the Bishops of Lincoln. By 1600 it had passed to Sir Thomas Cecil, son of Queen Elizabeth's chief minister, who converted it into an almshouse for twelve poor 'bedesmen' over 30 years old and two women (over 45), all free of lunacy, leprosy or the French pox. Visitors can wander through the bedesmen's rooms, with their tiny windows and fireplaces, and view the former bishops' Great Chamber with its beautifully carved ceiling cornice.

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The Address, , Lyddington, LE15 9LZ

Phone01572 822438

DateAug 10, 2006

Contact NameEnglish Heritage

CategoryEngland > Rutland
England > Rutland > Attractions in Uppingham

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