Welcome & Introduction

Thornton Watlass Hall dates from the 11th century and has been occupied by the same family for just

under 1000 years.

The Hall has featured in TV dramas over the years such as the BBC’s 'All Creatures Great and Small' and ITV’s 'Wuthering Heights'. For the last 10 years it has also been the home to ‘Lord Ashfordly’, as Ashfordly Hall in another ITV production ‘Heartbeat’. (For more information, see our Fame page).

The Hall is located in North Yorkshire, near to Bedale, and just ten minutes west of the A1. Trains on the main line stop at Northallerton which is 11 miles (a 20-minute drive) from the Hall.

The Hall's interior is splendidly furnished, finely decorated and marvellously unspoilt (see for yourself in our

Gallery). Though still occupied as a private home, it caters for guests with rooms to the highest standards. An excellent cellar is kept.

The Hall's tranquil elegance is perfectly suited to individual guests and small house parties. David and Liz Smith-Dodsworth look forward to greeting you at their family home.

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Thornton Watlass Hall