Wall, Gates And Railings In Front Of Tullie House

The wall, gates, and railings in front of Tullie House in Carlisle date from the late 17th century, although they may be a 19th-century imitation. The structure features red sandstone ashlar gate piers and wall, along with cast-iron gates and railings. The large rectangular rusticated piers are off-centre and sit on moulded plinths, topped with a projecting cornice and bracketed ball finials. A low wall flanks the entrance, also on a moulded plinth and capped with flat moulded coping. The railings are designed with spear and scroll motifs. The stone appears fresh, suggesting some replacement has occurred. Historical references include Celia Fiennes, who visited Carlisle in 1698 and described Tullie House as having a lofty stone structure with good sash windows and a well-kept walled garden with iron gates and stone pillars. Additionally, a watercolour from 1791 by Robert Carlyle shows the Tullie House wall in the background, indicating it has retained much of its original appearance.