Escowbeck, English country house in Quernmore, Great Britain
The stone manor house stands on Caton Lane, featuring traditional architectural elements and an observatory built on its foundations.
Constructed in 1842, the residence belonged to John Greg, who managed a mill in Caton and established the Lancaster Guardian newspaper.
The name Escowbeck derives from Old Norse words eski, hofud, and bekkr, translating to the beck by the ash tree hill.
The property divides into residential apartments and sits along the A683 road, providing views over the Crook of Lune.
The Greg family built an observatory at Escowbeck, where John Phillip Greg conducted research leading to the identification of Geminid meteors.
Location: Quernmore
Inception: 1842
GPS coordinates: 54.07200,-2.72500
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:11
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