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Samlesbury Hall
From the Bolton Evening News, first published Monday 17th Feb 2003.
A 14th century manor house situated in Samlesbury, a small township on the south bank of the River Ribble, Samlesbury Hall is well worth a visit if only for its historical interest.
The first hall was built on the banks of the Ribble by the D'Ewyas family and was subsequently destroyed by Robert the Bruce. The Great Hall, the oldest part of the present building, was built in 1325 by Gilbert de Southworth, who had married Alice D'Ewyas.
Visitors are free to wander round most of the rooms since there are no conducted tours. For those who want to make a day of it, a rather attractive tea room provides full meals or light snacks.
Where to find Samlesbury Hall: The hall is three miles from Junction 31 off the M6 along the A59 and A677 towards Blackburn and about 45 minutes from the centre of Bolton. There is also an attractive cross-country route to the hall via Belmont, Abbey Village, Houghton and Samlesbury Bottoms. Tel 01254 812229.
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