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Carnfield Hall is a country house near South Normanton, Derbyshire. The manor was anciently held by the Babington family of Dethick Manor, but was sold in about 1502 to Hugh Revell, a younger brother of John Revell of Ogston Hall. Documents relating to the Carnfield estate date from the early 14th century. The earliest parts of the present structure date from the mid 15th century, but the west facing hall was extensively reconstructed in the 1560s by Edward Revell, son of Hugh. Further reconstructions and additions were made to the hall throughout the 19th century. The architecture of Carnfield Hall is therefore a mix of Elizabethan, Jacobean and Victorian styles. Structural damage from mining subsidence caused Carnfield Hall to be abandoned in 1960, and it fell into decline. Despite an attempt to demolish the hall, and a plan to convert it into a hotel, Carnfield was eventually bought by a private buyer. The hall and gardens have been extensively restored since. In the 21st century it has hosted events such as plays, fairs and nature walks. The estate includes around ninety acres of park and ancient woodland. It is within the council area of Bolsover (Derbyshire).
Historic England Grade II* Listed 1367071.

Place Type: Historic House
Historic County: Derbyshire
Lat, Long: 53.099905,-1.3656713
Grid Reference: SK 4257 5604
Civil Parish: South Normanton CP
Council Area: Bolsover CA (Derbyshire CA)
Strategic Authority Area: East Midlands SA
Police Area: Derbyshire PA

GBPN ID: 300507
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Carnfield_Hall,_Derbyshire_300507

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