(Dr Thoroton's), dwelling stands near the church devoid of symetry and attraction. This old manor-house belonged, formerly, to the Kirketons', the Leeks' and the Whalleys'. It stands in the very division of the lordships of Colston and Screveton. (1)
The family seat of Screveton, known as Kirketon Hall. The left-hand wing was removed and various alterations effected prior to the demolition of the Hall itself, which took place about the year 1823. (2)
Large field enclosed by massive boundary banks to S of road. (3)

<1> Throsby J, 1790, Thoroton's History of Notts Vol 1, p 252 (Published document). SNT1345.

<2> Thoroton Society, 1897, TTS, pp 12-17 (Published document). SNT325.

<3> TPAT, 1995, Village Earthwork Survey II (Published document). SNT1360.

<4> Jones PE, 2006, Lost Houses of Nottinghamshire, p 36 (Monograph). SNT1893.