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Downham Hall

Listed building in Lancashire, England

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Downham Hall is an English country house in Downham, Lancashire, England.

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Downham Hall was designed by George Webster in 1835, though it was built on remains from the 16th century. It has two storeys and an attic. In terms of architectural style, it has Doric columns, window aprons, the shields of Henry de Lacy, 3rd Earl of Lincoln (1251-1311) and John of Gaunt, 1st Duke of Lancaster (1340-1399), a cornice, and architraves.

It is currently the private residence of the Assheton family, who have held the title Baron Clitheroe since 1955.

It has been a Grade II* listed building since 13 December 1977.

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