Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, June 17th, 2004


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Popular accounts of ghostly sightings in Mitton Hall abound...


DATING back to 1497, Mitton Hall H o tel is s itu a ted in the heart of the Ribble Valley, just outside the historic village of Whalley and is one of the area's gems. Cromwells, the restaurant, fea­


tures an open plan kitchen where you can watch the chefs prepare your food and, in summer, you can dine al fresco on the drinks terrace. The hotel is also a very popular choice for weddings.


The History of Mitton Hall Mitton Hall is said to be the


finest Tudor mansion to be seen in the Ribble Valley. I t was built at the end of the 15th Century in the reign of Henry VII, the first Tudor monarch. The beautifully preserved house


has attracted the attention of histo­ rians and art ists alike over the


The Beginnings In 1189, three centuries before


the current house was built, the manor of Little Mitton was grant­ ed to Sir Ralphe de Little Mitton and a home constructed on the site. In 1309, it became the property of Alan de Catterall and remained the home of the Catterall family for over two centuries. Mitton Hall as we now know it


was built by Ralph de Catterall in 1487. Over the following centuries it passed to several eminent local fam­ ilies: the Sherbornes of Stonyhurst, the Beaumonts and then the Aspinalls of Standen Hall. During the Second World War,


the hall was used to house officers of the Third Field Training Regiment and dances were held in the upstairs ballroom. In the latter part of the 20th Cen­


tury, the house ceased to be used as a private residence and was convert­ ed into, firstly, a club and, later, a hotel and restaurant.


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Hall is the magnificent oak-pan­ elled Great Hall, which the cele­ brated historian of Whalley, the Rev. T. D. Whitaker, described as "one of the finest Gothic rooms that I have ever seen in a private house". Along with a painted glass bay


window, the room features a beauti- fullv carved screen set nut in nanels


on which are 10 heads, male and female, placed within medallions with the inscription D.H.T.H.T.H. The lettering appears to come


from the reign of Edward VI and Whitaker concludes that these must have been brought over by the Holts of Grislehurst, who owned the estate in the 18th Century. A minstrels’ gallery runs eight


feet above the floor, and the West wall features an original stone fire­ place and contains a priest hole that was only discovered relatively recently in 1874.


Outside the House The Tudor custom of building


houses to face south means that Mitton Hall looked on to marsh­ land and has its best views from the back. Behind the house are 15 acres of


gardens with stone terraces and staircases leading down to the River Ribble, and forming part of what the historian R.D. Ainsworth described as "one of the prettiest landscapes in the Ribble Valley". For many years the grounds were


a celebrated feature of the estate, with rose gardens, vegetable gar­ dens and greenhouses, and it was only in the second half of the 20th Century that they became over­ grown.


Stories of the House A house as old as Mitton Hall


may choose to keep to itself much of what it has witnessed over the years, but there are certain intrigu­


ing associations that we can be sure about. For instance, in the more modern


part of the house is an old oak door with a brass plate recording that it was formerly the vestry door of All Hallows, Bread St, London. This is the church where the poet Milton was baptised in 1608. How the church door came from London to Mitton Hall is a story that, unfor­ tunately, has been lost to time. Popular accounts of ghostly


sightings in Mitton Hall abound, and many are from people who have worked in the house in recent times. There appear to be at least three - resident ghosts, including the Grey Lady and a maid who was, appar­ ently, found hanging from the min­ strels' gallery in the Great Hall. Whether she hung herself or was murdered remains a mvsterv. The


house has seen its share of tragedies and, perhaps, we should not be sur­ prised that some of those who lived and died at Mitton Hall have cho­ sen, for whatever reason, to stay around...


Mitton Village William Howitt described Mitton


village as "one of the most perfect 'Nooks of the World'". As well as the confluence of rivers, Mitton boasts a medieval church dating back to 1270, and holds the tombs of the Sherbornes of Stonyhurst. I t seems surprising that a village


as small as Mitton was historically divided between two counties, Lan­ cashire and Yorkshire. Mitton Hall being on the Lancashire side, in Lit­ tle Mitton, separated from Great Mitton by the picturesque Mitton Bridge. The historic bridge was used dur­


ing the Civil War, when Oliver Cromwell dashed over it in order to get to Whalley. This took place just before the Battle of Preston when Whalley was guarded by two squadrons of dragoons, so that the Royalists could not attack Cromwell's rearguard. Although the parish churches of


Mitton and Whalley are only three miles apart, there was little connec­ tion between the two villages. The River Ribble in this part of its course has always formed a bound­ ary. Whalley used to be in the dio­ cese of Lichfield and the province of Canterbury; Mitton was in the arch-diocese of York. Great rivalry could flare up


between the two villages. In the 14th Century, Alan de Catterall, who owned a stake in Mitton Hall, fell into an acrimonious dispute with the Abbot of Whalley over the tenure of Whalley fields. After Cat- terall's death, the battle continued to be fought by his widow who, together with her sons, is recorded as turning away the Abbot when he came to collect her tithes. The result of the dispute is unknown. In the early years of the 19th


Century, Mitton Bridge was rebuilt, to take the place of a ferry that was still in use in 1810. Later on, from 1831 to 1871, the


bridge was the pivotal point for the infamous otter hunts of Squire Lomax of Clayton Hall. His hounds were renowned throughout


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Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, June 17th, 2004 37 Recruitment as c a s t l e cernsriT HEIDELBERGCEMENTGroup


Castle Cement is the UK arm of the HeidelbergCement Group, one of the World’s largest cement producers. With three plants in the


UK, Castle supplies 25% of the nation’s cement and employs 1200 people.


We currently have an opportunity within our Distribution division for a part-time Administration Clerk.


Reporting directly to the Distribution Secretary, you will be expected to carry out daily administration duties and provide the necessary support. Other duties will entail working within the weighbridges and receiving and processing of data for the distribution division. You must be computer literate with a proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. A good telephone manner and the ability to work on your own initiative is a must.


Hours of work are as follows:


MORNINGS 8.00am - 12.30pm - Monday to Friday


AFTERNOONS Noon - 5.00pm - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 11.30am - Saturday


The pattern of working will be one week of mornings, one week of afternoons. You will be expected to cover for periods of sickness and holidays.


In return, we offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits associated with a major company. To apply, please write with a full CV and covering letter, to: Mrs A Green, Distribution Manager, Castle Cement Limited, Ribblesdale, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 4QF.


Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd July 2004.


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automotive and industrial markets. As a result o f planned expansion the Company w i ll be diversifying into assembly manufacturing and


w i ll be recruiting a number o f new employees to assist. New products for the Automotive industry include sunvisors and water shedders and manufacturing will commence in July. The new positions will be performed on a


daywork basis with the possibility that flexible or part time working w i l l be available. Competitive rates w i ll be paid and benefits include free life


assurance and a generous holiday entitlement. We have vacancies as follows:


Setter/ Operators Suitable applicants w i ll have had experience in


the setting up and operating o f vacuum forming machinery and PU Foam Moulding.


Previous experience o f assembling detailed parts


Assembly Workers


would be preferred but full training w i ll be given. Candidates fo r e ith e r positions should respond in w r it in g in the f irs t instance to: K . L ister , Personnel O f f ic e r W a rd le Storeys (E a rb y ) L td


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• Providing switchboard/reception support when required.


• A share of the general office duties which are undertaken by a team of 5 people in the administration department.


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Successful accountancy practice (est. 1926) requires a dynamic secretary.


This is a busy and diverse position requiring a professional and friendly manner, excellent organisational and communication abilities, accurate keyboard skills with experience of Microsoft Word and Excel.


RIBBLE VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL


2 (ref. DEV074). Salary: £13,581 to £14,532 pro rata, pay award pending. 22 hours per week.


Balancing work and life!


To investigate complaints and requests relating to roaming, barking and fouling dogs. You will compile records of inspection, patrol public areas and take appropriate enforcement action. You are able to work unsupervised and are flexible, self-motivated and assertive. You must hold a current driving licence and be able to work flexibly including regular weekends and bank holidays. Experience of d o g handling would be desirable.


to apply


Please call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone) and quote the reference number. Closing date for applications: 1/7/04. Interviews will be held on: 13/7/04.


HUM # _ 5ER<STONE<5 WATCH & DIAMOND GALLERY Sales Manager Required - Blackburn Branch


As an established independent high class jewellers operating in the prestigious end o f the market.


We are looking for a person capable o f dealing with a V.I.P. client base to enhance a very established growing business.


This w ould be a great opportunity to join a thriving two branch family business with further expansion planned.


The right applicant w o u ld enjoy a g o o d salary, car and year end bonus.


To apply for this position, please forward your CV and a covering letter to:- Mark Humberstone, 84 King William Street, Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 7EA Email:- mark@humberstones.net


NURSING RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME MANAGER


We are currently seeking an experienced RGN (1st level) Manager for “The Hollies Nursing & Residential Care Home” a well established 4 0 bed dual registered home in the Blackbum/Accrington area.


The successful candidate will be committed to providing a high


standard of care and service to our residents, recognise the importance of staff training and leadership, have good administrative, inter­


personal and clinical skills and a sound working knowledge of the National Care Standards.


To apply, either fax your letter of application and CV to


Margaret Holden on 01254 3 8 8 54 4 o r phone 012 54 871794 for more details.


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