Roughton Hall

Roughton Hall is a Georgian country house in the village of Roughton, Lincolnshire, a short distance from the spa town of Woodhall Spa. Built in the mid-18th century, it sits on the National Heritage List for England at Grade II*, a category reserved for particularly important buildings. It suits visitors who enjoy rural English architecture and quiet corners of East Lindsey.

What kind of building is it?

The hall dates to the mid-1700s. Its front rises three storeys across five bays, built in red brick laid in Flemish bond, with a slate roof and stone-coped gables. A plinth, horizontal bands between the floors and rusticated quoins give the facade its structure.

The windows are the highlight: a Venetian window sits at the centre of the first floor, with a Diocletian (semicircular) window above. Both are Palladian motifs typical of Georgian design. The Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record describes the house as T-plan. An earlier listing text mentioned a carved fireplace surround on the ground floor, a stone fireplace upstairs and a staircase with turned balusters, though the interior was not inspected for the current entry.

A separate stable block next to the house is listed at Grade II. The local record places the complex within a church or manor farm group, with a farmhouse attached to working buildings.

Can you visit Roughton Hall?

Roughton Hall is a residence rather than a museum, so do not expect ticketed entry or opening hours. The best approach is to view it from outside, from public roads and paths in the village, respecting residents' privacy. Check for any local open days or events before you travel.

How do you get there?

Roughton lies in East Lindsey, a few kilometres from Woodhall Spa. A car or bike from Woodhall Spa is the easiest way. Do not confuse it with other halls of the same name elsewhere in England, such as in Norfolk. This one is in Lincolnshire, at roughly 53.167 N, 0.145 W.

What else is nearby?

Woodhall Spa is known for its 19th-century spa heritage and period buildings. Listed structures in town include the Old Hall and the Tower on the Moor, a 15th-century stair turret. A visit to Roughton pairs well with a stroll around Woodhall Spa.

Frequently asked questions

What heritage status does Roughton Hall have?

It is Grade II* listed (list entry 1308748), first listed on 25 October 1951.

When was it built?

In the mid-18th century. A later building survey points to subsequent alterations, and part of the service buildings is also 18th-century with 19th-century raising.

Is Roughton Hall in Woodhall Spa?

Not exactly. It stands in the neighbouring village of Roughton, in the same East Lindsey area.

Can I go inside?

It is a private residence, so admire it from the outside, from public roads and paths.