Downham Hall

For the house in Suffolk (now demolished), see Santon Downham.

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

Downham Hall
Location within the Borough of Ribble Valley
General information
Type	Country house
Architectural style	Grecian
Location	Downham, Lancashire
Country	England
Coordinates	53.8946°N 2.3315°W / 53.8946; -2.3315
Construction started	1835
Technical details
Material	Limestone and sandstone rubble with sandstone dressings and slate roof
Floor count	2
Design and construction
Architect(s)	George Webster
Listed Building – Grade II*
Official name	Downham Hall
Designated	13 December 1977
Reference no.	1072125

Overview

Alternative view

Downham Hall was designed by George Webster in 1835, though it was built on remains from the 16th century.^[1] It has two storeys and an attic.^[1] 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.^[1]

It is currently the private residence of Ralph John Assheton, 2nd Baron Clitheroe.

It has been a Grade II* listed building since 13 December 1977.^[1]

See also

• Lancashire portal

• Grade II* listed buildings in Lancashire
• Listed buildings in Downham, Lancashire