Beamish Hall

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Beamish Hall, Grade II* listed country house in Stanley, England

The three-story stone structure features six Ionic columns at its entrance porch and stands within 24 acres of landscaped grounds.

The medieval manor site transformed into the current house during the mid-18th century, with substantial modifications made in 1897 and 1910.

Former home of the Shafto family, including Robert Shafto, who inspired the parliamentary election song 'Bobby Shafto's Gone to Sea' in 1761.

The building functions as a hotel, offering accommodations while maintaining its historical architecture under Grade II* listed building protection.

Future Prime Minister Anthony Eden spent part of his childhood at Beamish Hall before it became a National Coal Board property in 1949.

Location: Stanley

GPS coordinates: 54.88570,-1.67106

Latest update: June 3, 2025 11:27

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