Historic houses · North West England
Astley Hall, Chorley
In or near Farington.
Astley Hall, Chorley — a other in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Chorley · 1.4 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Astley Hall, Chorley is a other in england-north-west, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
Astley Hall is a Grade I listed manor house located in Chorley, Lancashire, known for its architectural and historic significance. The building features a mix of timber-framed and brick construction, with elaborate interior decorations from the late 16th and 17th centuries, including moulded plasterwork and historical panelling.
Place summary
Astley Hall is a historic house located in Chorley, North-West England. This Grade I listed building dates back to the 16th century and features a blend of architectural styles, reflecting its long history. The hall is set within a park and gardens, offering a glimpse into the region's heritage.
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Background
History
The site was acquired in the 15th century by the Charnock family from the Knights of St John of Jerusalem. The Charnocks built the original timber-framed house, around a small courtyard, about 1575–1600. In 1665, Margaret Charnock married Richard Brooke of Mere in Cheshire (son of Sir Peter Brooke), and they built the present grand but asymmetrical front range of brick with a pair of vast mullion-and-transomed bay windows. This front has a doorway with distinctly rustic Ionic columns, remarkable at such a late date. The interior is notable for the mid-17th century plasterwork in the ceilings of the Great Hall and drawing room, which have heavy wreaths and disporting cherubs. Not all the…
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- Coordinates
- 53.6595, -2.6453
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Chorley
- Parish
- Chorley, unparished area
- Postcode
- PR7 1NP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chorley
- Established
- 1570
- Nearest railway station
- Chorley — 1.4 km
- Official site
- historicengland.org.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Astley Hall, Chorley (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Astley Hall, Chorley?
- Astley Hall, Chorley is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PR7 1NP), in the parish of Chorley, unparished area.
- What is Astley Hall, Chorley?
- Astley Hall, Chorley — a other in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Astley Hall, Chorley?
- The nearest railway station is Chorley, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode PR7 1NP.
- When was Astley Hall, Chorley built?
- Built or established in 1570.
- Who owns Astley Hall, Chorley?
- Astley Hall, Chorley is owned by Chorley Borough Council.
- How do I get to Astley Hall, Chorley?
- The nearest railway station is Chorley, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PR7 1NP.