Introduction
Worthington Hall dates from 1577, and lies to the east of Chorley Road. This is a small site with an orchard linked by a strip of wood to Worthington Wood and the River Douglas to the east. The site had been extended to the south by the end of the 19th century.
- History
Period
- Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
- Tudor (1485-1603)
- Features & Designations
Features
- Hall (featured building)
- Earliest Date:
- Latest Date:
- Orchard
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
6
- References
References
- University of Manchester and University of York, {A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester}, York, 1994 A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester
Contributors
Lancashire Gardens Trust
Greater Manchester Archaeological Unit