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Pictures of Hoghton

in the county of Lancashire

About Hoghton

Hoghton is situated near to Preston, it is perhaps best known for stately Hoghton Tower, a fortified 16th century mansion set on a steep wooded hill with remarkable views over the surrounding countryside towards the coast of Lancashire. It was here that James I created "Sirloin" when he supposedly knighted his beef! This magnificent house has been central to the life of the area for centuries, it is the ancestral home of the Hoghton family who are directly descended from Norman times. However, the present house was built almost entirely during the Elizabethan period.

Ghostly legends surround the history of the house and one of the best ways to see the treasures of the property is to attend one of the Ghostly Evening's organised during the winter months, when you get to see parts of the house not usually on public view. The house is approached by a spectacular "long drive" presided over by ancient trees set around sweeping lawns.

The house is open to the public, showing a range of fine furniture, a collection of dolls houses, excellent Queen Anne panelling and a galleried banqueting hall. There is also a Tudor well house.

As recently as May 2005 freak weather caused a mini-tornado to rip through the village. Although there was considerable damage to properties there was no loss of life. The village remains as serene as ever and is a pleasant place to visit.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Hoghton

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Oak Royal Golf & Country Club Hotel

Withnell, Lancashire, England (1.8 miles, 2.9 km, direction SE)
Oak Royal Golf & Country Club Hotel offers accommodation in Chorley. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV. Certain unit...
More info and book online..  Price from £58.00

Lancaster Cottage

Preston, Lancashire, England (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction W)
Lancaster Cottage is a holiday home set in Preston, 5 km from Preston City Council. The holiday home is 5 km from Ribbleton Hospital. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. There is a dining ...
More info and book online..  Price from £120.00

Holiday Inn Express Preston South

Preston, Lancashire, England (3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction W)
Holiday Inn Express Preston South off m6 junction 29 at Preston. It offers free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a lounge bar and restaurant. Contemporary-style rooms feature views ...
More info and book online..  Price from £50.00

Samlesbury Hotel

Preston, Lancashire, England (3.6 miles, 5.9 km, direction NW)
Located just off the M6 motorway at junction 31, Samlesbury Hotel offers en suite accommodation with free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, a bar, and 24-hour room service. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout and f...
More info and book online..  Price from £58.00

Truffles Restaurant

Chorley, Lancashire, England (3.6 miles, 5.9 km, direction SW)
Set in Chorley, 2.1 km from Botany Bay, Truffles Restaurant boasts a restaurant, bar and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available o...
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Blakewater Hotel

Blackburn, Lancashire, England (4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction E)
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Premier Inn Blackburn Town Centre

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Situated just a 2-minute walk from Blackburn train station, Premier Inn Blackburn Town Centre offers free WiFi and free on-site parking. Guest can enjoy the on-site restaurant, Thyme....
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Nearby travel help

M65 Junction 3	(1.0 miles, 1.7 km)
Pleasington Station	(1.5 miles, 2.4 km, direction E)
M65 Junction 2 / M61 Junction 9	(2.0 miles, 3.2 km, direction W)
Cherry Tree Station	(2.5 miles, 4.0 km, direction E)
Blackpool Airport	(18.8 miles, 30.3 km, direction W)
Manchester Airport	(28.5 miles, 45.8 km, direction SE)
Hoghton to London	(184.8 miles, 297.4 km, direction SE)