Introduction
The timber-framed hall (1637) remained in the Broughton family until the 20th century. The house is now surrounded by Victorian shrubberies and has a 1930s recreated knot garden. The walled garden remains partly in use, but the walls and wrought iron gates are deteriorating.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Owners
John Caldwell
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Hall
- Grade: I
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Stables, gates to kitchen garden
- Grade: II
Features
- Hall (featured building)
- Description: Impressive large timber framed hall built in 1637 for Thomas Broughton. It remained in the same family until the 20th century when alterations were made.
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- Shrubbery
- Description: The house is now surrounded by Victorian shrubberies.
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- Knot Garden
- Description: A 1930s recreated knot garden.
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- Kitchen Garden
- Description: The walled garden is partly in use but the walls are deteriorating.
- Gate
- Description: The wrought iron gates to the kitchen garden are deteriorating.
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Eccleshall
- References
Contributors
Staffordshire Gardens and Parks Trust