An 1829 engraving of the House from "Neale's Views of Seats"
House & Family History: Downing Hall was the seat of the 18th century antiquarian and naturalist Thomas Pennant (1726-98), best known for his books: "Tours in Wales," published in 1778 and 1781; and his 22-volume set "Outlines of the Globe," published 1798-1800.
Garden & Outbuildings: The 1766 Stableblock is extant.
John Preston (J.P.) Neale, published under the title of Views of the Seats of Noblemen and Gentlemen in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, among other titles: 2.S. Vol. V, 1829.
House Listed: Demolished
Park Listed: Destroyed
Past Seat / Home of: John Pennant, 17th century; Thomas Pennant, 18th century;
Current Ownership Type: Demolished
Primary Current Ownership Use: Demolished
House Open to Public: No
Historic Houses Member: No