Only a few miles away, in the peaceful heart of the ancient kingdom of elmet of which old leeds formed partat aberford, renowned in earlier times for its healthgiving properties colonel and mrs. Lotherton hall is a beautiful country house surrounded by historic gardens. Wedding at lotherton hall near leeds by kirsty mattsson. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Lotherton hall is a charming edwardian house and country estate that was once home to the gascoigne family. Bertha the maid invites us to look around lotherton hall, near leeds, which was electrified in 1903. Get involved in local sport and events, and enjoy museums, parks and the countryside. Lotherton hall england gaskin family homes and haunts england. History, art, fashion, and a friendly cat are among the. Paul oakenfold essential mix live from gatecrasher at.
There is a chapel of ease, an ancient structure, consisting of nave and chancel, with a belfry. Mar 03, 2009 the history of lotherton hall in continuous occupation since the 7th century, lotherton takes its name from an anglosaxon settler called hluttor whose farm or tun occupied the site in early times. A photo of a box of letters and books once owned by florence nightingale. View of a beautiful edwardian house with people enjoying the grounds on a sunny day. There are also two mobility scooters available from the welcome cabin to use on the estate which can be booked in advance. Beside the hall is a 12thcentury chapel, and in the grounds is wildlife world, a familyoriented wildlife park featuring rare and endangered animals from around the world.
Lotherton hall is an edwardian stately home in a rural setting west of leeds. The aberford railway and the history of the garforth collieries. This includes data values and the controlled vocabularies that house them. Apr 22, 2009 red deer at lotherton deer park march 2019 duration. We have a whole host of family friendly films and a few for the mums and dads too. British silver at temple newsam house and lotherton hall. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Her ghost has been seen at the top of a staircase, dressed in the same clothing, as depicted in the picture with the young alvary gascoigne. Introduction, a brief history of the final years from.
Lotherton hall museum of hstm the museum of the history. West yorkshire metropolitan county leeds country houses temple newsam house exhibits furniture 16001810 catalogues. Enjoy a magical twelve days of christmas walk through the captains wood around the estate, make the turtle doves fly, walk through the five gold rings and be one of our drummers drumming. Enjoy lotherton all year round, including wildlife world, the hall and the beautiful grounds and gardens. Groups of 15 or more can pre book and benefit from a reduced rate ticket. West yorkshire metropolitan county leeds art galleries lotherton hall exhibits furniture 18001900.
Lotherton hall, lotherton cum aberford 1001223 historic. Lotherton provides plenty of entertainment outdoors too, including our hay bale maze, traditional playground and woodland play area, complete with zipwires. Lotherton hall, leeds ticket price timings address. Book a great hotel near lotherton hall with our price guarantee. The tithe map of 1840 shows that it had disappeared by that time. Acc 1642 and acc 1882 account books for lotherton and parlington estates, 19061926. It passed to elizabeth gascoigne after the estate was.
Membership offers visitors the flexibility to explore the estate and visit throughout the seasons. The history of lotherton hall published on mar 3, 2009 the gascoigne family originated in gascony and is said to have come to england at the time of the norman conquest. Lotherton hall, leeds museums and galleries lotherton hall was the home of the gascoigne family, who created a charming home in the days before the first world war. Lotherton hall and wildlife world days out in yorkshire. History of lotherton, in leeds and west riding map and. Mar 03, 2009 the history of lotherton hall published on mar 3, 2009 the gascoigne family originated in gascony and is said to have come to england at the time of the norman conquest. Lotherton hall guided tours leeds museums and galleries. Please check the venues website for the latest details. Lotherton hall is a charming edwardian country house near aberford, leeds, west.
Lotherton hall has long been a staple for local people but unfortunately it is pricing itself out of the market and the site needs attention. The seminal paul oakenfold performing an absolutely storming dj set at gategrasher, lotherton hall 19th june 1999. The linked data service provides access to commonly found standards and vocabularies promulgated by the library of congress. Find a library, renew and reserve books, use online resources and browse local and family history collections. An early electricity at lotherton hall house trail using objects from around the house to explore the issues raised by graemes research. The gascoigne family of parlington and lotherton hall the gascoigne family originated in gascony and is said to have come to england at the time of the norman conquest. This event was part of a collaborative project between our museum and leeds. There are five curiosity cabinets to rummage through where you can discover objects relating to the history of the hall, or pick up a walking trail to spot hidden details. Breeze outdoor cinema experience at lotherton hall our outdoor cinema is returning to lotherton hall on saturday 22 june. Yorkshire country house partnership libraries project. Given to leeds city council in 1968, the house boasts fine furniture and paintings with collections of ceramics and superb displays of costume. The manor, with lotherton hall, belongs to lord ashtown.
The christmas experience at lotherton hall is officially open, which means families and friends from across the country can get their christmason before the big day. From taking a trip to see santa and getting creative in the elf village, through to learning all about the history of the historic hall and walking through the woods to interact. Lotherton hall is a grand edwardian country house, full of all the character of a charming family home just like yours. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. John gascoigne of lasingcroft bought lotherton in 1540 but little is known of the history of the site from that time until the early c19 when it was owned by lamplugh raper who. Harewood house seeks family connections for history research. Lotherton chapel is an excellent example of a medieval chapel of ease, built by the lord of the manor so that residents did not have to travel three miles to the parish church in sherburn in elmet. We are glad you have enjoyed your visits to lotherton hall and would suggest that, if you are a regular visitor, a family season ticket would be a good value purchase. The hall was extensively reconstucted during the victorian and edwardian periods by colonel frederick gascoigne, the oldest parts of the present building are believed to be the regency core of the main house which is now the boudoir and medal room.
John gascoigne of lasingcroft bought lotherton in 1540 but little is known of the history of the. Lotherton is a beautiful edwardian country home with stunning collections formed from the gascoigne gift of paintings, sculpture, furniture, silver and jewellery. The jewel in lotherton s crown though is its wildlife world. Inspiration to genius has been cocurated by the local community and tells the story of how nightingale, through her faith and. News history, art, fashion, and a friendly cat are among the many pleasures waiting to be discovered as lotherton hall marks its 50th anniversary. Walk through the grounds and visit the historic hall. Inspiration to genius newly discovered nightingale family letters and objects at lotherton hall there will be a display of newly discovered nightingale family objects which include letters, paintings, jewellery, books, furniture and dresses. Francis frith the uks leading publisher of local photographs since 1860. Plan your visit to lotherton with opening times, admission prices and access information. The hall, gardens, grounds, deer park and wildlife world are all included in a great value group ticket. Working with lotherton hall on this event meant that we were able to use the usual setting for family activities at the house.
Lotherton hall photos, maps, books, memories francis frith. Lotherton hall is a country house near aberford, west yorkshire, england. Lotherton has been displaying fashion since its early days of being a museum in 1968, showing fine examples of both historic and more contemporary fashions. Photos, maps, personal memories and local books of lotherton hall.
Register births and deaths, book ceremonies and find out how to become. Lotherton is temporarily closed until further notice. British silver at temple newsam house and lotherton hall book. Visit lotherton lotherton leeds museums and galleries. This page is run by the team at lotherton and aims to keep you uptodate with news and events. The christmas experience the ultimate festive day out. Discover the hidden treasures of our beautiful edwardian hall with one of our expert guides. We also offer a further 20% discount for all leeds card and breeze card holders. It is brilliant value for money and if you visit more than twice a year then it is the best valueformoney option. Get the latest updates on roadworks, blue badge, parking fines and permits, cycling and road improvement schemes. Its a complete family tourist attraction which offers you a range of activities.
History, art, fashion, and a friendly cat are among the many pleasures waiting to be discovered as lotherton hall marks its 50th anniversary by helen mead. Yorkshire country house libraries library, the university of york. A stunning wedding at lotherton hall followed by a reception in leeds at monks brewery. This week we decided to have a trip to lotherton hall and wildlife world. Find all the transport options for your trip from leeds to lotherton hall right here.
Entry to lotherton hall food festival is free of charge for carers. There are records of a hall at lotherton in 1086, and records of a village on the site date from 56. Rome2rio makes travelling from leeds to lotherton hall easy. The film will be on display at lotherton hall for visitors to watch in spring 2016. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include. Lotherton hall is a favourite location for many people to visit, and with the ability to get up close, to the furnishings and fittings, is perhaps unique in britains country houses. Tours are included in your estate entry, simply book on to your preferred time slot when you purchase your tickets at the cabin. By the fourteenth century the gascoignes had estates at gawthorpe and harewood, where some of their tombs can still be seen. Jun 03, 2011 lotherton hall is a favourite location for many people to visit, and with the ability to get up close, to the furnishings and fittings, is perhaps unique in britains country houses.
Lotherton hall features exhibits related to fine art, decorative and applied art and costume and textiles. According to the book, haunted leeds, by kenneth goor. It lies a short distance from the a1 m motorway, 200 miles 320 km equidistant between london and edinburgh. Lotherton hall is a charming edwardian country house near aberford, leeds. Lotherton hall was purchased by richard oliver gascoigne in 1825 from a local banker, lampur raper. We are running guided tours of the ground floor of lotherton hall each day at 11am and 2pm. Beside the mansion stands a picturesque 12thcentury chapel, dedicated to st james. The history of lotherton hall in continuous occupation since the 7th century, lotherton takes its name from an anglosaxon settler called hluttor whose farm. Lotherton hall was the home of the gascoigne family, who settled here at the end of the 19th century, and built victorian and edwardian extensions onto the existing regency property. The purpose of this site is to provide a comprehensive history of parlington hall. Trench gascoigne kept open house for more wounded soldiers. Lotherton leeds 2020 all you need to know before you.
This is the servants hall, a great adaptable space which can accommodate large groups of adults and children, and allow for all sorts of interaction, engagement and creativity. Leeds to lotherton hall 3 ways to travel via train, taxi. Jan 16, 2020 this week we decided to have a trip to lotherton hall and wildlife world. Electrically lit since 1903, lotherton hall was one of the first houses in the area to have an electricity supply. It lies a short distance from the a1 motorway, 200 miles equidistant between london and edinburgh. An extension of the original bird garden on the site since the 1980s, this animal park is home to playful humboldt penguins, quiet tapirs and a collection of r.
Lotherton hall during world war one parlington hall. Search and compare 114 places to stay close to lotherton hall. There has been a manor house on the site of the current hall from at least 1775, where it. Information and advice on housing benefit, council tax support and free school meals. Lotherton, off collier lane, aberford, leeds, ls25 3eb. Jul 04, 2016 bertha the maid invites us to look around lotherton hall, near leeds, which was electrified in 1903. Approximately 40 minute visit, includes interaction with the elves, craft activity in the elf workshop, family visit with santa and present.
The domesday book of 1086 mentioned a hall at lotherton, and there are records of a village on the site from 56. The history of lotherton hall by jamie ingilby issuu. History, art, fashion, and a friendly cat are among the many. Inspiration to genius florence nightingale museum london. The house was one of the homes of the gascoigne family, it was packed with some beautiful and interesting ceramics and other works of art. A digital story based on an oral history interview with relatives of an engineer and electrician who was employed by the gascoignes at garforth colliery and at lotherton. Groups at lotherton lotherton leeds museums and galleries.
I think these enthusiastic collaborations with staff and students from the school of pci are due in part to the appeal of the stories and anecdotes graeme brings out in his book domesticating. Lotherton hall a terrific day out near leeds, a small wildlife park, mostly birds, but interesting, superb park grounds, with a deer herd. However like all old buildings some of the fabric of the house especially the interior decor, is showing signs of age. British silver at temple newsam house and lotherton hall by. Photo prints old maps folded maps calendars photo books jigsaws mugs tableware tea towels cushion covers gift cards wallpaper trade colour contrast galleries. Formerly the home of the gascoigne family, it evokes a world of high edwardian living. Lotherton leeds 2020 all you need to know before you go. Lotherton hall, leeds museums and galleries art uk.
Lotherton hall paperback january 1, 1970 see all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The gascoigne family of parlington and lotherton hall aberford. Bin collections, what to do with unwanted items and how to recycle. An extract from a book about leeds and world war one, details after the article lotherton hall. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. The beautiful gardens surrounding the hall are perfect for a pleasant stroll, visitors can take part in selfled trails or follow the path to find the deer hide to watch the estates red. Datasets available include lcsh, bibframe, lc name authorities, lc classification, marc codes, premis vocabularies, iso language codes, and more.
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