Holford Hall

Holford Hall is a timber-framed country house in Plumley built within a medieval moated site. The structure features decorative columns and gables on its front facade and now operates as an event venue with formal gardens, a converted barn, and a restored mill building.

Built in 1601 for Mary Cholmondeley, the house remained an active estate for over four centuries. A major demolition in the 1880s removed much of the original structure, leaving behind the smaller building seen today.

The timber-framed construction with black-and-white pattern reflects a traditional English building approach from its era. The way the house sits within its moated grounds shows how such estates were designed for both protection and status.

The property functions primarily as an event venue and can be accessed by prior arrangement with the estate. Visitors should plan their arrival in advance, as the site operates with specific booking protocols for access to the gardens and grounds.

A distinctive double-arched stone bridge with built-in semicircular seats spans the moat, creating an unusual focal point at the entrance. This bridge design reflects how the medieval waterway was integrated into the architectural approach to the house.