Hilgay, Downham Market
Norfolk
England
Circa Date: Mid-15th century w/19th century additions and alterations
Status: Partially Extant
House Open to Public: No
Country House: Yes
House & Family History: The North Facade of Snore Hall dates from 19th century and features a secret chamber that is six feet by three feet. Charles I slept here on April 30, 1646, while traveling from Oxford to Newark during the Civil War.
Title: Burke's & Savills Guide to Country Houses, Volume III: East Anglia
Author: Kenworthy-Browne, John; Reid, Peter; Sayer, Michael; Watkin, David
Year Published: 1981
Publisher: London: Burke's Peerage
ISBN: 0850110351
Book Type: Hardback
House Listed: Grade II*
Park Listed: Not Listed
Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home
House Open to Public: No
Historic Houses Member: No