probably the oldest property in the area, was built in about 1615. In the 17th century the house was home of the Kay family. Indeed, it is believed the house was built by Richard Kay a blacksmith with a smithy at Baldingstone. Richard was married to Alice Kay, from Sheephey, Shuttleworth whose brother Robert was the father of John Kay, the inventor of the flying shuttle. References Areas of Greater Manchester Geography of the Metropolitan Borough of Bury