Aston Hall

Aston Hall is a limestone country house hotel featuring a symmetrical facade with rusticated ground floor and three canted bays across its seven-bay frontage. The interior combines historic architectural elements with contemporary facilities for guests and function spaces.

Construction took place between 1767 and 1772 under architect John Carr for Robert Darcy, the Earl of Holderness, replacing an earlier manor that had been destroyed. A marble staircase was commissioned in 1776 by a subsequent owner with ties to colonial governance.

The Verelst family's long association with the property shaped its role as a gathering place for notable guests and social occasions. This legacy of hospitality remains visible in how the spaces are used and experienced today.

The location is convenient for motorway access, situated approximately one mile from junction 31 of the M1. Visitors will find accommodation, function rooms, a gymnasium, and extensive gardens available on the grounds.

The marble staircase inside was commissioned by someone who had served as Governor of Bengal, creating an unusual link between this English country house and British colonial history. This architectural feature tells the story of a person connected to distant lands.

Location: Aston cum Aughton

GPS coordinates: 53.36140,-1.29667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24