Wingerworth Hall and Estate History
Wingerworth Hall Estate near Chesterfield in Derbyshire began as a small hall in about 1600, rebuilt as a much grander residence in the 1720’s and Wingerworth Hall was finally demolished in 1924 due to insufficient family wealth.
There is a fascinating story surrounding the history of its ownership.
From the Domesday Book when Wingerworth is documented as Wingreurde, at which time it was owned by the crown, until Wingerworth Hall and 260 acres was auctioned in May 1920. When the bidding started at £60,000 but there were no bidders at this price nor at £50,000 and £40,000. A second auction was held in July 1920 when again it was not sold. Sir Philip offered it to a local farmer for £12,000 but eventually W M Twigg and Sons of Matlock bought and demolished it.
This site attempts to present an in depth view including unique and unusual aspects of the Hall and Estate.
Information has been researched from many sources including a private collection of artefacts. Please see Disclaimer.
The story seems to be a never ending one as the complexity of the history of the Hall and Estate continually throws up fresh avenues to explore.
There is so much information, some of it as yet uncovered and much more is out there waiting to be added to the story.
Anyone viewing this site who has ANY information no matter how much or how little please contact me.
