Hauxwell Hall

Hauxwell Hall is a Georgian country house featuring a central three-storey block with five bays, coursed sandstone walls, and Welsh slate roofs. The interior contains a vaulted cellar system, an entrance hall with oak staircase, reception rooms, and spaces with 17th-century wood panelling.

The Dalton family acquired the estates in 1631, and over the following decades the house was expanded from 1672 to 1675 into its present form. This transformation marked a shift from earlier structures to a modern Georgian design.

The dining room and library showcase 17th-century craftsmanship with detailed wood panelling that reflects the tastes of prosperous landowners of that era. The ornamental details like fluted Ionic doorways show the skilled trades that were passed down through local builders and craftspeople.

Access is through a generous entrance area with large windows on the north front that bring natural light into the interior spaces. Visitors should allow time to explore the various rooms connected by wide corridors and high ceilings.

The entrance displays a rare Elizabethan heraldic glass panel with an ornate frame, originating from a much earlier period than the rest of the house. Such panels were often incorporated into new buildings and show how wealthy households valued preserving historical artwork.

Location: West Hauxwell

GPS coordinates: 54.33530,-1.75260

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:07