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The Slaughterhouse

It was erected circa 1740, as a place for the gamekeepers to hang deer carcasses, in preparation for dressing and jointing before being taken to the hall kitchens for roasting.

 

In the 19th century it was converted to a summerhouse, complete with fireplace.Dunham Massey oct 2023

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Taken on October 18, 2023