Lydiate Hall

Lydiate Hall is a ruined manor house built of stone and brick on the grounds of Lydiate Hall Farm along Southport Road. The remains show foundations and partial structures that once formed a substantial residential building.

Lawrence Ireland and Katherine Blundell built this hall in the 15th century as a quadrangular structure with a central courtyard and surrounding moat. This four-sided design was typical of grand residences of that period.

The hall served as a refuge for Catholics during Elizabeth I's reign, with hidden priest holes and a private chapel for secret religious practices. These spaces show how people maintained their beliefs despite religious restrictions of the time.

The ruins sit on private farm land along Southport Road and are viewable mainly from outside. Access may be limited since the site belongs to an active farm, so visitors should check conditions before planning a visit.

A fire in the wash-house during November 1877 damaged the ancient oak structures and accelerated the building's decline. This event proved to be a turning point in the site's deterioration.

Location: Lydiate

GPS coordinates: 53.53881,-2.96310

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23