Introduction
The present hall is a Grade II-listed property, built on the site of a formal medieval hall with surrounding parkland. Both house and grounds were subject to subsequent remodelling. Today, grounds incorporate three cottages and a short golf course.
- History
Knockin Hall has been the seat of a country estate since the medieval period. It was originally held by the Barons Strange (after the Earls of Derby). The present house (a Grade II listed property) was built between 1690 and 1720. It was intended as a summer residence for the Bridgeman family, who had recently purchased the property.
- Features & Designations
Features
- Approach
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Civil Parish
Knockin
- References
References
- Bagshaw, S. 1851. {History, gazetteer, and directory of Shropshire}, p.152. History, gazetteer, and directory of Shropshire; comprising a general survey of the county, etc
- Baugh, R. 1808. {Map of Shropshire}. Baugh's 1808 Map of Shropshire
- Greenwood, C. and Greenwood, J. 1827. { Map of Shropshire}. Greenwood's Map of Shropshire, 1827