Mr Aislabie'S Kitchen Approximately 10 Metres South-East Of The Octagon Tower

Mr Aislabie's Kitchen, located approximately 10 metres south-east of the Octagon Tower, dates from around 1730 and is likely the work of Robert Doe for John Aislabie. This structure features coursed limestone rubble and brick. The entrance was originally on the east side, and there is a chimney opening on the west side. Although the arched roof remains, the facade has collapsed and the chimney opening has been enlarged. Inside, there is a brick fireplace against the west end, which is partially whitewashed. The kitchen measures approximately 3 metres wide and 4 metres long. It was probably designed as a rustic cave covered in turf, similar in style to a nearby tunnel, and was used for preparing food for elaborate picnics. A contemporary referred to it as 'Mr Aislabie's kitchen' and 'a cave for the provision of viands', describing it as an early type of barbecue.