[6] It has been remarked that the design of the house appears to be earlier in style than was typical for the time, but the reason for this or why the plans of a more fashionable architect were not used is not clear.

[9] The Marwoods had held lands in this part of North Yorkshire for a number of years by the time Busby Hall became their principle seat in the 16th Century.

[13] Considered one of the great literary works of the 20th century, Parade's End details the story of an ancient landed family from Yorkshire.

[18] It is also case that Busby was let for a period of time as also occurs at the end of the novel when the Groby Great Tree is symbolically felled by the brash new tenant.

[19] The similarities of the locations, characters and events of the book proved sensitive for Marwood who permanently broke off contact with Madox Ford.