Carr House

Carr House is an English country house in Bretherton, Lancashire, with Grade II* protected status indicating its architectural importance. The building displays traditional construction methods and design features typical of rural manor houses in this region.

The house was built during a period when such country estates were common throughout Lancashire and shaped regional architecture. Later, its Grade II* classification secured its protection under building preservation laws to maintain its historical fabric.

The house reflects how people in this region built their homes and what they valued in design, showing local building customs from past centuries. Walking through and around it gives you a sense of how landowners lived and what mattered to them architecturally.

Access may be limited because this is a privately owned protected building. It is best to check in advance about visiting possibilities and to respect the privacy of those living there when viewing from outside.

The building falls into the higher Grade II* category, meaning it is considered particularly valuable among protected structures. This distinction sets it apart from the more commonly listed Grade II houses.

Location: Bretherton

GPS coordinates: 53.68690,-2.81500

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:45