Alderley Old Hall, Manor house in Nether Alderley, England.
Description
Alderley Old Hall is a manor house constructed with brick and timber framing, positioned beside the mill pond of Nether Alderley Mill with water features forming a moat around the structure. The building displays a mix of older and newer sections that reflect centuries of occupancy and adaptation.
History
The manor was built in the early 17th century for Sir Thomas Stanley, High Sheriff of Cheshire. A severe fire in 1779 destroyed the baroque frontage and prompted major reconstruction work.
Culture
The Grade II* listed building represents the architectural evolution of English country houses, reflecting the changes in residential design through different historical periods.
Practical
The building remains privately occupied as a residence and is part of the protected heritage buildings in Cheshire. Visitors should remember this is a private home with limited external access for viewing.
Did you know?
The hall retains a moated setting created by the mill pond loop, connecting the residential structure with the industrial heritage of Nether Alderley Mill.
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Anne's Cottage
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The Stanley Obelisk
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Wood Mine
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