Ancestral home of the De Hoghton family descended directly from Harvey de Walter one of the champions of William the Conqueror, originally built in 1109ad,rebuilt by Thomas Hoghton in 1565, over the centuries many guests have been welcomed, including, James I, William III,George V Queen Mary and the Duke of Edinburgh,other guests include William Shakespeare,JMW Turner and Charles Dickens.
Between Aug. 15-17 1617 King James I made his extravagant entrance to Hoghton Tower the half mile drive covered with red carpet,the royal visitor tasted a joint of loin beef that was so good he drew his sword and knighted it Sir Loin.
The house and garden are open to the public at the advertised times.