A "new" old chimney

The Hathaway home is restored to its 17th Century state as it was imagined to be during Anne Hathaway's youth. Parts of the home actually date as far back as the 14th Century. Various families have owned and dwelled in the home over the years. Most of the later additions and improvements were removed when the cottage became an historic site. This chimney however was added about 100 years after Anne's lifetime. Also note how the wire mesh covers the thatch. Re-thatching a building of this size could cost close to $30,000 so the trust that maintains the home makes darn sure birds and mice as well as the weather can't destroy that expensive investment.