Birchley Hall, Grade II* listed country house in Billinge, England.
The three-story Elizabethan hall stands on Birchley Road, featuring traditional architectural elements and solid stone construction typical of the period.
Built in 1594 by James Anderton and extended by his brother Thurston, the hall bears an inscription stone marked with TA 1594 on its front facade.
The hall contained a secret Catholic printing press established around 1604, producing religious texts during a period of Catholic persecution in Lancashire.
The building maintains its Grade II* status, requiring specific preservation guidelines for any modifications or renovations to protect its historical features.
A hidden door discovered in 1920 revealed a concealed lookout point designed to monitor approaching visitors during times of religious persecution.
Location: Billinge Chapel End
Floors above the ground: 3
GPS coordinates: 53.49200,-2.71600
Latest update: March 12, 2025 02:46
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