In 1887, Anna Connelly patented her design for an external metal staircase, which she called a “fire escape.” Her design featured an innovative approach to providing safe and efficient ...

They fall under the general term external stairs, which also includes, for example, steel stairs connected to the house. Garden steps are often made of concrete, natural stone or wood and are an ...

As a reminder of this, a dinghy is on show in the undercroft of the house. The external steel staircase appears both elegant and durable; somewhat akin to embarking a ship. The crafted front door ...