I seem to remember that someone recently had some connection to Kirklinton Hall? In the "Homes" section of the Sunday Times of 24.11.02 was a short article about Kirklinton Hall (or what little is left of it), which is up for sale for £350,000. Anybody considering to spend their Christmas bonus on it needs to bear in mind that it may cost double as much again to rebuild! The article says: All that remains of Kirklinton Hall near Carlisle is a facade. The house, which can trace its history to 1661, had been flats, a hotel and a casino before a devastating fire in the 1970s, since when it has stood gutted and derelict. Left "beyond redemption", the Victorian walls have been designated a building at risk. Because of the historical and architectural importance, a serious buyer is being sought to restore the property. The house is in 10 acres, including a Grade II-listed coach house and stables, and a kitchen garden. The rest of the article is mainly about the difficulties getting planning permission etc. There is also a photo of the facade. If anybody is interested in the article, I am happy to send it to them (or a photocopy if more than one of you is interested). Or I could ask my 9-year-old son to show me how to scan it... Happy Christmas! Petra in London