Hoghton Tower
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Hoghton Tower
Image: © Rude Health Taken: 14 Jul 2013
Hoghton Tower (pronounced Horton) is a fortified manor house located about 0.7 miles (1 km) to the east of the village of Hoghton, Lancashire, England, and standing on a hilltop site on the highest point in the area. It takes its name from the de Hoghton family, its historical owners since at least the 12th century. The present house dates from about 1560–65. It was damaged during the Civil War and subsequently became derelict, but was rebuilt and extended between 1862 and 1901. The house is listed at Grade I, as is the Great Barn in its grounds, which is dated 1692. Also in the grounds are two structures listed at Grade II. The house and garden are open to the public at advertised times, and are administered by a charitable trust. Name: Hoghton Tower Hill number: 108813 Height: 179m / 587ft Area: 36: Lancashire, Cheshire & the Southern Pennines Class: 1 Grid ref: SD623264 (est) Drop: 69m Col: 110m
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Image Location
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53.732615
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-2.574007