DiCamillo Companion
England

Netherhall (Alneburgh Hall)

Maryport, near Workington

Cumbria

England

Historic County: Cumberland

Circa Date: 18th century, incorporating Medieval elements, w/19th century alterations and additions

Status: Destroyed

Burned in 1976 and demolished in 1979. The ruins of the Grade II* medieval pele tower are extant.

House Open to Public: No

Country House: Yes

The house from "Morris's Views of Seats," circa 1875.

  • House & Family History: The town of Maryport was created in 1749 by Humphrey Senhouse, who named it after his after his wife, Mary.

  • Garden & Outbuildings: Netherhall School is located on a 35-acre site along the River Ellen that previously formed part of the Netherhall Estate.

  • House Listed: Demolished

    Park Listed: Not Listed

  • Past Seat / Home of: Eglesfield family, 16th century. Humphrey Senhouse, 18th century; Humphrey Pocklington-Senhouse, 19th century; Senhouse family here from 1528 until the 19th century.

    Current Ownership Type: Demolished

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Demolished

  • House Open to Public: No

    Historic Houses Member: No

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