Lemmington Hall, English country house in Edlingham, England
Lemmington Hall is a Grade II* listed country house in Edlingham, Northumberland, built around a four-storey medieval tower at its core. Wings were added to the tower in later periods, turning the structure into a larger residential property.
The tower at the heart of the property was built in the early 15th century as a defensive structure for the Beadnall family. In 1720, Nicholas Fenwick carried out major works to convert it into a country residence.
Lemmington Hall shows how English country houses changed over time, with the medieval tower still clearly visible alongside later domestic additions. Looking at the building from the outside, a visitor can read these different building phases directly in the walls and rooflines.
Lemmington Hall is a private residence, so a visit needs to be arranged in advance rather than turning up unannounced. Getting in touch beforehand is the only reliable way to plan a trip there.
A column originally from Surrey, roughly 80 feet (24 meters) tall, was moved to the grounds in 1927 to serve as a memorial. It was designed by architect Sir John Soane, which makes it an unexpected find on a Northumberland estate.
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