The Rotunda Temple in Brightling Park Brightling East Sussex built by John Mad Jack Fuller 1757 1834 builder of follies UK Brita
In architecture, a folly is an extravagant, frivolous or fanciful building, designed more for artistic expression than for practicality. Originally such structures were often dubbed "[name of architect or builder]'s Folly", after the single individual who commissioned or designed the project However, very few follies are completely without a practical purpose. Apart from their decorative aspect, many originally had a use which was lost later, such as hunting towers. Follies are misunderstood structures, according to The Folly Fellowship, a charity that exists to celebrate the history and splendour of these often neglected buildings. Follies are often found in parks or large grounds of houses and stately homes. Some were deliberately built to look partially ruined. They were especially popular from the end of the 16th century to the 18th century.
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Location: Brightling Park East Sussex
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