Gate House At Cogworthy

The gatehouse at Cogworthy is a structure from the 17th century or earlier, with some alterations made in the 20th century. It is primarily built from stone rubble, with some cob, and features a slate roof that is gabled at both ends. Located to the east of the main house, it originally provided access to a courtyard in front of Cogworthy.

This small rectangular gatehouse was originally two storeys high and includes a large rectangular gateway. There is a smaller door on the inner (west) side that leads to the remains of a stair. Adjoining the gatehouse on the north side is a small single-storey outbuilding, likely added later.

On the exterior, the single-storey structure has a chamfered stopped lintel above the gateway on the outer (east) side, with a similar lintel on the west side. In the center, there is a richly-moulded square-headed doorframe from the 17th century that spans the full width of the entrance. Inside, a doorway leads to the former stair, which still retains some treads and risers, indicating the previous floor level. This gatehouse is an unusual survival and holds significant group value with the main house at Cogworthy.