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Knarsdale Hall
Hob Uid: 13803
Location : Northumberland Knaresdale with Kirkhaugh
Grid Ref : NY6796054640
Summary : 17th century hall with possible site of moat or fishponds. The hall stands on the site of a 12th century tower.
More information : [NY 6796 5464] Knarsdale Hall [T.I.] (1) 17th C. Knarsdale Hall lay for a long time in a ruinous and neglected condition, but some years ago it was made habitable. Around it are signs of what some think was a moat, whilst others see the remains of ancient fish ponds. (2) Not outstanding. See G.P.s AO/56/303/1-2. No remains of a moat or fish-ponds are apparent. (3) Grade II* Knarsdale Hall and farm building under same roof. 17th century. Thick stone rubble walls, roof of thick flags, 2 high storeys. Modern door in moulded door-case. 5 2-light stone-mullioned windows on each floor (one with mullion removed), all with cornices. Shippon, loft and 2 other old windows to left, all under same roof. Rear has a catslide addition. (4) A strong tower was built at Knarsdale in the late 12th century, the present hall standing on its site. (5)

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Source details : OS 6" (Prov.) 1948
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Monument Types:

Monument Period Name : Medieval
Display Date : Late C12; post-1177
Monument End Date : 1199
Monument Start Date : 1177
Monument Type : Fortified House
Evidence : Documentary Evidence

Monument Period Name : Post Medieval
Display Date : C17
Monument End Date : 1699
Monument Start Date : 1600
Monument Type : House
Evidence : Ruined Building

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External Cross Reference Source : National Monuments Record Number
External Cross Reference Number : NY 65 SE 2
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Activity type : FIELD OBSERVATION (VISUAL ASSESSMENT)
Start Date : 1966-11-15
End Date : 1966-11-15

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Knarsdale Hall