Turton Tower
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Overview
Sheltered by ancient trees, bordered by rolling lawns and framed by high stone walls, Turton Tower is a wonderful place to explore. It was built in 1420 as a simple fortress but later became a family home during the Tudor and Stuart periods. The Orrell family added to it during the 17th century, and other extensions were built after that by various other familes, including a 'mock Tudor' addition during the 19th century. Inside are some of the finest paintings and furniture in the region.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open Mar-Oct, Wed-Sun & BHs 10-4
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
- Children
About the area
Lancashire was at the centre of the British cotton industry in the 19th century, which lead to the urbanization of great tracts of the area. The cotton boom came and went, but the industrial profile remains.
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