Back to school
After a very busy and fun half-term, it is time to go back to school. Not all children enjoy this, and we found an example of this in...
Cherry on top
We hired a cherry picker this week, to allow our architects to have a closer look at the gutters, roof and windows to prepare the...
Christmas in Siberia, 1901
John Talbot Clifton, Lytham Hall squire, was quite the traveller and in 1901 he even made it as far as Siberia. There is a photograph...
Early mornings
When we open the magnificent gates in the morning, we often feel like we’re disturbing a private wildlife party. Flocks of doves, pairs...
Set back at the Hall
This week we had some disappointing news at Lytham Hall. First we learned that we have been unsuccessful in our bid to the Coastal...
I Spy in Hall and Parkland
With the summer holidays having started in earnest, we’ve prepared a little I Spy booklet for children in the parkland and in the house....
Work Experience and Open Air Theatre by Julia Munro
This diary entry is written by Julia Munro from Lytham St Anne’s Technology and Performing Arts College who is on work experience here at...
Restoration update
Question? How many consultants does it take to restore a Grade I listed building? Answer: quite a few but we’re pleased to see them. Last...