Chris Langson outside Buckshaw HallChris Langson outside Buckshaw Hall
Chris Langson outside Buckshaw Hall

24 pictures inside Buckshaw Hall as the 17th century house is lovingly restored

It was built in 1664 and is surrounded on all sides by brand new houses.
By Iain Lynn
Published 27th Jul 2021, 14:00 GMT
Updated 27th Jul 2021, 15:20 GMT

But now it's new owner Chris Langson is bringing it back to its former glory using building methods from the time.

One of the main downstairs reception rooms, and one of the many fireplaces in the property

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One of the main downstairs reception rooms, and one of the many fireplaces in the property

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The walls are plastered with lime to let the building breathe

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The walls are plastered with lime to let the building breathe

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All the joists have the original carpenter's numbering system, to ensure that the correct pieces are joined together like a jigsaw

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All the joists have the original carpenter's numbering system, to ensure that the correct pieces are joined together like a jigsaw

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All the wooden beams are original, like this one above the fireplace

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All the wooden beams are original, like this one above the fireplace

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