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Thornton Grange | Thornton Common Road Thornton Hough | Wirral | CH63 4JT Thornton Grange | Thornton Common Road Thornton Hough | Wirral | CH63 4JT Thornton Common Road The history of Thornton Grange has now been traced, from its origins as a monastically run farm at the turn of the 14th century, through until the 17th century when the lands of the dissolved grange were held by the Hough and Talbot families. This grange was just one of several grang- es, which formed a common aspect of the Wirral’s medieval landscape. However, of numerous granges on the peninsula, Thornton Grange is un- usual on two counts. Firstly, a building called Thornton Grange stands to this day, which is the beautiful home we are offering for sale and second- ly the grange lands remain largely undeveloped, meaning that the extent of the former monastic estate can still be approximated. The current owner bought the property in 2007 and has restored the home to its former glory by exposing many original features. The property is now a beautiful example of a fantastic family home that combines a modern and contemporary style with historical and original features. The current owner says this property makes a lovely spacious family home. This can be appreciated from the moment you enter the wonderful open-plan kitchen, dining and living area. There are lots of different walks through the adjoining Lever Hulme estate across the countryside. Thornton Hough has a brilliant primary school, a village hall with village green and lovely pubs. The proximity to the motor- way network, the train station link at Spit- al and with the bus stop only a short walk from the Grange this provides access in to Liverpool. The location is also ideal for very popular grammar schools. This home is impressive from the moment you enter the driveway and approach this outstanding sandstone building, off to the side of your approach you will likely see horses grazing. There are views to the front and rear across open farmland and the historical presence and importance of this home can somehow be imagined. KITCHEN/DINING ROOM AND LOUNGE: 31.4 X 25.3 What an impressive room and a fantastic family living space. There is access to the front garden area and a feature window over looking the garden and the side. The kitchen is stunning with a range of wall and base units in a cream shaker style. The kitchen is offset by granite work surfaces and an impressive centre island that can also be used as breakfast bar. The kitchen incorporates a Belfast sink with mixer tap over, electric Aga and integrated dishwash- er. This room is open plan to the dining room which has the access to the rear and solid wood flooring which runs through to the lounge area. The lounge has an impres- sive sandstone fireplace and hearth with log burner. There is a TV point and radiator. ENTRANCE HALLWAY: Wooden staircase to the first floor with travertine tiled flooring and one radiator. DRAWRING ROOM: 17.7 X 14.8 This room was added to the original building in the Victoria years and has a slightly different style to it which adds to the interest of the history that surrounds this property. The room has a single glazed feature window over looking the garden, coving to the ceiling and two ceiling roses, a feature wooden fireplace with open fire grate and tiled hearth and one radiator. SITTING ROOM: 17.8 X 15.0 Another stunning room with windows to two sides. There is a beautiful sand- stone fire place and hearth with open grate, beams to the ceiling with spot lighting and tiled flooring. Two radia- tors. STUDY: 12.6 X 9.4 Two windows to the rear and side of the property, tiled flooring and one radiator. BOILER ROOM: Window to the rear, base units with work surfaces and a cupboard housing the boiler. REAR PASSAGE: Access to the rear garden and tiled flooring. CLOAKROOM: Window to the rear of the property. The cloakroom comprises of a 3-piece suite to include a vanity sink unit, shower cubicle and wc. The cloakroom is complimented by tiled elevations and flooring. UTILITY: Washing machine point and space for a dryer. MAIN BEDROOM: 14.9 X 15.6 Feature window over looking the garden to the front. Wooden flooring, feature fire place and fitted wardrobes to one wall. ENSUITE: Window to the side of the property. The ensuite comprises of a 3-piece suite to in- clude a double vanity sink unit, shower cu- bicle, and WC. The ensuite is compliment- ed by part tiled elevations and tiled floor- ing. Landing: The landing is steeped in history with wooden floor, wooden latch doors and sandstone walls. The upstairs has also got the remanence of the original outside wall prior to the extension being built to the side, with the origi- nal window spaces still to be seen. BEDROOM 2 14.2 X 13.0 Feature window to the front overlooking to the garden, feature fire place, wooden flooring and one radiator. ENSUITE: Window to the side. The ensuite com- prises of a 4-piece suite to include a ja- cuzzi bath, shower cubicle, vanity sink unit and WC. The ensuite is compliment- ed by part tiled elevations and tiled floor- ing. BEDROOM: 14.8 X 9.7 Two skylights to the ceiling with feature beam, wooden flooring and one radiator. MAIN BATHROOM: Skylight to the ceiling. The bathroom comprises of a 4-piece suite to include a roll top bath, shower cubicle, vanity sink unit and WC. The bathroom is complimented by tiled flooring and feature beam to the ceiling. BEDROOM: 14.6 X 13.4 Feature window to the side of the property. The re is a beautiful brick fireplace and wooden flooring. BEDROOM: 11.7 X 9.2 Window to the side of the property, wooden flooring and one radiator. BEDROOM: 11.0 X 10.4 Feature window to the side of the property, wooden flooring and one radiator. OUTSIDE There is a sweeping driveway up to the front of the property with parking area. From here views across the fields to the side can be enjoyed. The garden runs mainly to the front side of the property to include a selection of mature trees that provides an orchard type feel with apple and pear trees to be enjoyed. To the rear is a sandstone out building and feature wall. There is lots of space to the rear which could be utilised if the new owner wanted to build a garage (subject to any planning permissions that may be needed) Thornton Hough is a village on the Wirral Peninsula, in Mersey- side, England, of pre-Conquest origins. Until 1974 it was historically part of Cheshire. The village grew during the ownership of Joseph Hirst into a small model village and was later acquired by William Lever. Thornton Hough is roughly ten miles from Liverpool and ten miles from Chester and part of the Clatterbridge Ward of the Met- ropolitan Borough of Wirral in the parliamentary constituency of Wirral South. At the 2001 Census, Thornton Hough had 770 inhabit- ants[1] of a total of 16,906 people living within the Clatterbridge ward. History Mentioned in the Domesday Book as Torintone, the name of the village was established when the daughter of local landowner Roger de Thorneton, married Richard de Hoghe during the reign of Edward II. By the beginning of the 19th century, Thornton Hough formed part of the Neston Estate owned by Baron Mostyn of Mostyn, Flintshire. The population was 165 in 1801, 164 in 1851, 547 in 1901 and 506 in 1951. Joseph Hirst, a Yorkshire woollen millowner, bought farmland land in 1866 and began the development of a small model village, building a church, a school and 'Wilshaw Terrace'. The village was bought and expanded by William Lever who developed housing for family, estate workers and company staff in a similar way to Port Sunlight, building another shop, the school, a social club and the Congregational church. Development continued in the early 20th century. Geography Thornton Hough is in the central part of the Wirral Peninsula, approximately 11 km (6.8 mi) south-south-east of the Irish Sea at Leasowe Lighthouse, 3.5 km (2.2 mi) north-east of the Dee Estuary at Parkgate and about 6 km (3.7 mi) west-south-west of the River Mersey at Bromborough. The centre of the village is situated at an elevation of between 50–55 m (164–180 ft) above sea level. Amenities Thornton Hough's central feature is the village green with its cricket pitch and pavilion, tennis courts, and a children's play area. The local primary school is Thornton Hough Primary School located on St George's Way and is the catchment school for children living in Thornton Hough, Raby Mere, Raby and Brimstage. This school building was originally built to serve as a military building but was turned over for school usage after the Second World War. The original playground has been reduced in size due to the building extensions of decking and garden areas. The Parish Hall was the original village school until it closed in 1953, it has a Victorian exterior, although its interior has been updated. The Village Hall is a large extension to the original wooden hall belonging to St George's Church and was built in the 1970s by Collins Construction. It is referred to as the New Village Hall to set it apart from the Parish Hall which is used for the fortnightly youth club. Since it opened, the hall has been used for a varie- ty of local events and as a venue for parties.
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