Towneley Hall, Medieval house museum in Burnley, England
The stone building features period rooms with oil paintings, sculptures, and architectural elements spanning multiple centuries of British design and craftsmanship.
The initial structure dates from 1380, with substantial additions in the following decades including thick-walled south wing construction seventy years later.
The museum displays Lancashire oak furniture, Pilkington Pottery, Egyptian artifacts, and Whalley Abbey vestments from the 13th century.
The hall opens Saturday through Thursday from 12:00 to 17:00, with guided tours available through decorated chambers and art exhibitions.
The entrance hall contains baroque plasterwork created in 1726 by Francesco Vassalli, incorporating Italian design elements from Towneley family travels.
Location: Burnley
Operator: Burnley Borough Council
Address: Towneley Holmes, Burnley BB11 3RQ BB11 3RQ
Opening Hours: Saturday-Thursday 12:00-17:00
Phone: +441282477130
Website: https://towneley.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.77396,-2.22261
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:06
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