Photo: Leighton Hall by Anglovirtual, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About this place
Leighton Hall near Carnforth in north Lancashire has been owned by the Gillow family, famous for their Lancaster furniture-making dynasty, since 1822.
The house sits in a bowl of parkland with views toward the Lake District and the Lakeland fells visible on the horizon.
Its Gothic Revival façade, added in the early nineteenth century, gives the building a striking silhouette for a country house of its size.
The hall is independently run and open to visitors during the summer months.
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Plan your visit
Nearest station: Silverdale Rail Station (1.2 miles)
Open to the public May to September; check the official website for specific days and times.
Nearby properties
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Within 5 miles of Leighton Hall there are 1 historic properties, including 1 historic building.
Within 10 miles of Leighton Hall there are 6 historic properties, including 3 historic houses, across Historic Houses, Churches Conservation Trust and English Heritage sites.
Within 20 miles of Leighton Hall there are 27 historic properties, including 13 historic buildings, 5 historic houses and 4 churchs, across National Trust, English Heritage and Historic Houses sites.
Facts
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Lancashire, England
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