
47 
EXCURSION TO HOGHTON TOWER 
AND SAMLESBURY. 
June 20th, 1906. 
On Wednesday, June 20th, a very successful excur- 
sion was organised to Hoghton Tower and Samlesbury 
Hall. Mr. Frank Thornton had charge of the arrangements. 
There was a long drive—first from Blackburn, via Cherry 
Tree, to Hoghton, thence by Walton to Samlesbury. By the 
kindness of the owner, the greater part of Hoghton Tower 
was thrown open for inspection, and the members lingered 
long in the various apartments. The banqueting hall with 
its minstrels’ gallery, the “‘ King’s staircase,”’ the lofty oriel 
windows, and the many panelled rooms attracted attention. 
The general arrangement of the Tower—a fine specimen of © 
Tudor architecture—was noted. The visit closed by a tour 
of the extensive gardens. The manor-house of Samlesbury 
is in strong contrast to the tower on Hoghton Hill. Samles- 
bury presents a complete example of early domestic archi- 
tecture. The aspect of the exterior is very picturesque, and 
the interior is a model of antique grandeur and enrichment. 
The roof of the banqueting hall is a good specimen of four- 
teenth century work. Restorations made during the last 
forty years have been in excellent taste. It was felt by the 
members of the Club to be a great privilege to visit such an 
interesting house—one of the most charming dwellings in 
north-east Lancashire. 
