Ruins Of The Medieval Thornhill Hall In Moated Enclosure, In Rectory Grounds

The ruins of the medieval Thornhill Hall are located within a moated enclosure in the grounds of the Rectory. Dating from around 1450, the moat remains well filled with water. The ruins include a fireplace made of rubble, lined with brickwork, and part of a wall that features the sill of a large two-light window along with part of its moulded surround. There are also two eroded limestone eagles at the edge of the water, which were moved in the 19th century but are believed to have originally been part of the gatehouse to the hall.

In August 1648, troops led by Lady Anne Savile, under Captain Thomas Paulden, defended the hall against Parliamentary forces commanded by Colonel Sir Thomas Fairfax. Although they were forced to surrender, the hall was accidentally blown up and destroyed.