In the Lancashire village of Waddington, close to the hilltop town of Clitheroe, stands Waddington Old Hall. Its location, near the scenic Forest of Bowland, is known for its food, Norman castle, handsome townhouses and history — of which Waddington Hall is an important part.
Sections of this grade II listed mansion, which is on sale for £4.25 million with Strutt & Parker, date from the 11th and 12th centuries. Between the reigns of Edward I from 1239 to 1307 and Charles I from 1600 to 1649 the estate was owned by the Tempests, who were local aristocrats. In 1464 this powerful family gave refuge to Henry VI, who was on the run after the House of Lancaster’s defeat at the battle of Hexham. Henry