Croft Castle

Located near the border between England and Wales, this castle originally had a military purpose.  As the National Trust book states, "The defensive exterior contrasts with the comfortable and decorative state rooms inside."  The ancient church next to the castle still serves a small local congregation, and that too was open to visitors.  The grounds around the house contain sheep pastures and pretty brick-walled gardens.  At left is just a pretty view of the path to the garden shed.

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