The rosebeds were originally planted in the 1960's by Lord Exeter in conjunction with the famous grower, Harry Wheatcroft. Several of these beds survive; others have been replaced over the years. Varieties include Iceberg, Piccadilly and the glorious Just Joey. The central pond is home to a large number of Golden orfe and several large carp. The façade of the east side of the Great Hall includes many blocked windows. This infilling was carried out by estate masons in the 1780's. We believe that the reason was to prevent subsidence of the wall which, being largely glazed, was threatened by the immense weight of the roof above.