Barden Tower

Barden means “valley where the barley grew” and the tower was originally one of six hunting lodges within the forest of Barden. In the late 15th century, Henry Clifford, known as the Shepherd Lord rebuilt the hunting lodge at Barden in stone and made it his principal home.

In the early 16th century Henry built the Priest House for his private chaplain. The building has undergone many alterations and served many purposes. Today visitors are welcome to wander round the ruined Barden Tower and enjoy a meal at The Priest House, now a very popular restaurant.