Stansty Main Gates - Erddig Estate, Wrexham, Wales, UK - Gates of Distinction on Waymarking.com

A set of beautiful gates at the east end of the the garden grounds to the front of the building. They are called the Stansty gates as they were brought from Stansty Park, Gwersyllt in 1908. They are attributed to Robert Davies of Wrexham, and were restored and moved to their present position by the National Trust during the 1970s.
The centrally placed gates flanked by railings are of wrought and cast iron construction painted black with some gilding. The main section of the gate is arranged in 3 vertical tiers of decorative uprights interspersed with scrollwork and drop leaf motives.
Overthrow topped by ball finial and incorporates motives such as orange leaves and rinceau. The handle and lock plates contain a reclining lion. The side railings are topped by continuous cresting of scrollwork and twisted finials.
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Location of this 'Gate': On public property Type of material: Iron Enter any comments or observation about this gate.: Can be viewed from the public footpath to the east, or you can pay to enter to see the other side Rate the 'Gate':

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