their combination". The walls are topped with crenellations so the flat roof is not visible from the ground and the chimney stacks are disguised as turrets. The semi-circular bow in the centre of the west wall and the narrow upright windows give a castle-like effect to the whole building. The style is continued in the lodge to the hall which is also a separately listed Grade II listed building. References Explanatory notes Notes Sources Grade II listed buildings in Staffordshire Gothic Revival architecture in Staffordshire Youth hostels in England and Wales North Staffordshire Railway Country houses in Staffordshire