Downham Hall

Country house in Lancashire, England
53°53′41″N 2°19′53″W / 53.8946°N 2.3315°W / 53.8946; -2.3315Construction started1835Technical detailsMaterialLimestone and sandstone rubble with sandstone dressings and slate roofFloor count2Design and constructionArchitect(s)George Webster
Listed Building – Grade II*
Designated13 December 1977Reference no.1072125

Downham Hall is an English country house in Downham, Lancashire, England.

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Downham Hall was designed by George Webster (1797–1864) in 1835, though it was built on remains from the sixteenth century.[1] It has two storeys and an attic.[1] In terms of architectural style, it has Doric columns, window aprons, the shields of Henry de Lacy, 3rd Earl of Lincoln (1251–1311) and John of Gaunt, 1st Duke of Lancaster (1340–1399), a cornice, and architraves.[1]

It is currently the private residence of Ralph John Assheton, 2nd Baron Clitheroe (born 1929).[2]

It has been a Grade II* listed building since 13 December 1977.[1]

See also

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References

  1. ^ a b c d British Listed Buildings
  2. ^ The Peerage: Ralph John Assheton, 2nd Baron Clitheroe
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