Bank Hall, Manor house in Bretherton, England
Bank Hall is a country house in Bretherton, England, built from red brick with Dutch gables and a square central tower on the southern side. The three-story building displays architectural elements from different periods layered onto its original structure.
The Banastre family built this mansion in 1608, replacing an earlier building on the site. During World War II, the Royal Engineers used it as a control center before the Lilford family eventually regained ownership.
The name 'Bank Hall' refers to the house's location in a valley. You can see how different families have left their mark on the rooms and spaces, each adding layers to the building's character over centuries.
The site is partially accessible as restoration work continues to improve its condition. Check beforehand about opening times and access arrangements, as these may vary depending on current work progress.
The 1832 renovations blended elements from the Jacobean and Georgian Gothic periods in an unusual way. Inside, a marble-floored entrance hall and an ornately decorated dining room showcase this stylistic mixing.
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