Thirsk Lodge

Thirsk Lodge is the main gateway to the now-demolished Thirkleby Hall, built around 1780, likely by architect James Wryatt. The structure is made of ashlar stone and features a central round-arched entrance with a pediment, flanked by lower side wings and later extensions. The pediment includes a chimney, while the arch is adorned with a mask keystone and decorative paterae in the spandrels. The arch is supported by a cornice that extends across the wings to the pilasters at either end. Each wing has a single sash window with glazing bars and a plain cill. The wings also have parapets with somewhat worn paterae at each end.