Earlier Houses: There was an earlier house of the de Alkincoats family that was probably demolished in the 16th century.

House & Family History: In 1921 Colonel John Robinson Parker sold the 93-acre estate, which included the house, for £24,082 to the local council, who converted part of the estate into a public park, which it remains today.

Garden & Outbuildings: Part of the original Alkincoats Hall Estate is today the 35-acre Alkincoates Park. The Grade II-listed lodge has been converted into a private home.

House Listed: Demolished

Park Listed: Not Listed

Past Seat / Home of: SEATED AT EARLIER HOUSE: de Alkincoats family, 15th century. SEATED AT 16TH CENTURY HOUSE: Robert Parker, until 1714; Robert Parker, until 1758; Thomas Parker, until 1819; Thomas Parker, until 1832; Edward Parker, 1832-65; Thomas Goulburne Parker, 1865-79; Edward Parker, 1879-94; Colonel John Robinson Parker, 1894-1921.

Current Ownership Type: Government

Primary Current Ownership Use: Demolished

Ownership Details: The public park is operated by Colne Town Council.

House Open to Public: Grounds Only

Phone: 01282-861-888

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://colnetowncouncil.org.uk

Historic Houses Member: No