The History of Brougham Hall
Brougham Hall is a medieval site that has been fortified and settled for centuries. The exact date of its construction is unknown, but its strategic location on top of a hill and its access to two nearby springs made it an ideal defensive position. Many of the walls, gates, and other structures still standing today date back to the 15th century. Brougham Hall is a grade II* listed building and was initially owned by the de Burgham family.
In the 16th century, a complex range of buildings existed on the site, including a manor house, a byre, and a gate. A pele tower was added in the 17th century. Lady Anne Clifford, Countess of Dorset, Pembroke, and Montgomery, who was responsible for the conservation and restoration of 14 castles in the region, acquired the estate for £1,500 in 1651. She oversaw extensive renovations to the Hall.
