This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Kanakapeakes Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.downing/930.5/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Neil, My great grandfather purchased Clayton Lodge from Mrs. G.H. Downing (George passed away 1937/38) around 1947 and he ended up selling it to a brewery in 1951. Their plans were to convert it to a hotel. What is your e-mail address? I can add some more interesting bits of info for you including where he is buried. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>