Creskeld Hall

Creskeld Hall is a rural manor from the 19th to early 20th century in Arthington with two stories and an impressive entrance portico in Jacobean style. The building displays typical features of the period with cross-windows, gables with ball finials, and decoratively chamfered beams in the kitchen area plus a wide fireplace with an arched head.

The original manor of Creskeld was established by the 13th century when Hugo de Creskeld granted land to Kirkstall Abbey. The visible structure today developed over several centuries, with most of its architectural features added between 1850 and 1920.

The name Creskeld comes from Old English referring to a valley with a stream. The rooms display craftwork details like the large beams in the kitchen and the decorative fireplace, typical of rural English homes.

Access to the site may be restricted since it is a private occupied residence and protected by listed building status. Visitors should know that any modifications to the building require strict approval from local authorities and the estate is not open for public tours.

The estate has played the role of the village farm in the British television series Emmerdale since 1972 and serves as a setting for many episodes of this popular show. This has given the place a special significance in popular culture and makes it an interesting spot for fans of the series to visit.