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The historic buildings in Oundle are of exceptional architectural quality and mostly date from the 17th and 18th centuries. The Talbot Hotel's staircase is said to have come from Fotheringhay castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was executed in 1587. |
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West Street displays many architectural and historical riches, which include Georgian shop windows and homes which once sheltered Protestant dissenters. |
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The imposing 17th century Cobthorne, built for one of Oliver Cromwell's generals, stands as a monument to Oundle's place in the English Civil war. |
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Berrystead and the Old White Lion in North Street are fine examples of the early buildings to be found throughout the town. |
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In 1556, William Laxton, a local boy who became Lord Mayor of London, founded Laxton Grammar School, which in 1876 was divided into Laxton School for day boys and Oundle School for boarders. The school buildings, which form an integral part of the town, date from the 16th century onwards. |
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Oundle's historic buildings can be fully explored by following the trail in the Town Guide which can be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre or by visiting Oundle's Museum. |