Introduction
Seighford Hall is a 16th-century timber-framed manor house with associated grounds, re-designed in the 18th century. It is currently in use as a nursing home.
The grounds are mostly lawned, and ornamental ponds remain. These are believed to be former fish stews. There is some balustrading to the terrace in front of the house. This was probably altered during its former use as a hotel.
Pevsner (1974, 233) mentions a coach house, gamekeeper's cottage, and a brick tower, designed to look like a church tower.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Website
https://www.seighfordhall.co.ukOwners
Seighford Hall Nursing Home Ltd
- History
This large, timber-framed house dates from the 16th century, and is the former home of the Eld family. According to White’s Directory, it was still owned by the family in 1851.
Period
18th Century
- Features & Designations
Features
- Terrace
- Balustrade
- Fishpond
- Lawn
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
18th Century
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Seighford
- References
References
- Pevsner, N. {The Buildings of England: Staffordshire} (Harmondsworth: Penguin, 1974) p233). The Buildings of England: Staffordshire