Hornby Village Institute

The Hornby Village Institute is a Grade II listed building in Hornby-with-Farleton featuring Jacobean architectural elements throughout its design. Its Main Street facade shows rubble stone walls with ashlar trim and a slate roof, while the central section projects forward with a round-headed doorway framed by pilasters and topped with a crested plaque.

Built between 1914 and 1916, it was the final public building completed by the Lancaster architecture firm Austin and Paley before the firm's focus shifted. This period marked a time when such community buildings became central to local village life.

The word "INSTITUTE" is carved prominently into the stonework beneath four windows, marking its purpose as a community meeting place. Today it continues to serve residents as a gathering space for local events and celebrations.

The building now serves as a Community Resource Centre offering spaces for conferences, meetings, performances, and licensed civil wedding ceremonies. Visitors should check ahead to confirm what activities are available on the day they plan to visit.

The round-headed entrance doorway is flanked by two pilasters and topped with a decorative plaque bearing a heraldic crest. This architectural detail gives the entryway a notably formal and dignified character.

Location: Hornby-with-Farleton

GPS coordinates: 54.10890,-2.63560

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:47