Lotherton Hall, Country house museum in Lotherton cum Aberford, England
Lotherton Hall is a country house set on a substantial estate with extensive gardens in northern England. The building displays Victorian and Edwardian architectural features across its multiple wings and rooms, which hold around 3,000 objects including paintings, sculptures, furniture, and decorative items.
The estate came into Gascoigne family ownership in 1825, marking the beginning of major changes to the property over the next decades. During World War I, the hall served temporarily as a military hospital, a chapter in its story before becoming the museum visitors see today.
The rooms display how wealthy English families lived across different periods, with furnishings and collections that shaped daily life. Visitors can see the tastes and customs of residents who built these displays over time.
The location is easily reached via the A1(M) motorway and sits close to Leeds. Visitors should note that wheelchair access is limited to certain areas of the property.
The gardens contain a statue of Sho Haku, a Japanese holy man, which Mrs Gascoigne incorporated into the landscape design. This surprising eastern element reflects the broad tastes and travels of the property's former residents.
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