Birley Old Hall

Birley Old Hall is a country house on Edge Lane comprising two distinct building periods in squared stone with both gabled and hipped roof sections. The grounds include outbuildings and a stone pavilion called The Falconry.

The eastern wing originates from the Late Medieval period, while the southern wing was added around 1705 by builder J. Carr. The property underwent major restoration work in 1959.

The hall shows how building styles changed over centuries, mixing older construction methods with new designs added in the early 1700s. You can see this blend when looking at the different parts of the structure.

As a private residence, the hall is only viewable from its exterior and grounds accessible from the surrounding area. The site sits on elevated terrain, so plan your approach accordingly when walking around the property.

Two dates are carved into the entrance stone: 'JC 1705' marks the addition by J. Carr and 'DD 1959' records the restoration work. Large fireplaces from the 1600s remain intact inside the building.