Kiplin

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Hambleton

England

Kiplin

Kiplin is a civil parish located in the Richmondshire district of North Yorkshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the town of Northallerton and covers an area of about 8 square miles. The parish includes the small village of Kiplin, which is home to a population of around 200 people.

Kiplin is known for its historic significance, primarily due to the presence of Kiplin Hall, a Grade I listed Jacobean country house. The hall was built in the early 17th century and has been remarkably well-preserved over the years. It is surrounded by picturesque gardens and a beautiful lake, making it a popular tourist attraction in the area.

The village of Kiplin itself is a charming and peaceful place, with a few residential properties and a local pub. The parish is predominantly rural, with rolling countryside and farmland surrounding the village. The landscape is dotted with traditional stone-built farmhouses and barns, adding to the area's rural charm.

Kiplin is also notable for its proximity to the River Swale, which runs along the eastern boundary of the parish. The river offers opportunities for fishing and boating, as well as scenic walks along its banks.

Overall, Kiplin is a tranquil and historic parish, with its notable Jacobean hall and picturesque countryside attracting visitors seeking a glimpse into Yorkshire's past and a chance to enjoy the region's natural beauty.

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Kiplin Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.370204/-1.562913 or Grid Reference SE2897. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kiplin Hall and gardens [1]

The east front of the house. The nearer two storey building is the former servants' wing, now flats. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [2]

The east front of the hall. Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [3]

A model ship in the house. Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [4]

Outside the east front of the hall, these gates, gate piers and railings were erected circa 1880. In ashlar and red brick, with wrought-iron gates and railings. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [5]

The stable block of the estate. Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [6]

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [7]

The view to the lake from the west front of the hall. Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [8]

Part of the gardens. Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [9]

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [10]

The outside of the walled garden. Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [11]

Within the walled garden. Kiplin Hall and is located near the hamlet of Kiplin in North Yorkshire, some 6¼ miles northwest of Northallerton. Built in the 1620s for George Calvert, founder of the US state of Maryland, it was extended in 1818 and refaced in 1879. Constructed of diapered red brick with stone dressings, under a Westmorland slate roof. Many 18th century internal features remain. The hall has some 90 acres of gardens and parkland. Listed, grade I with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Kiplin Hall and gardens [12]

Michael Dibb

Bridge over the River Swale, Great Langton

A mass of debris has built up against one of the supporting columns. The columns have sloping tops.

Humphrey Bolton

The River Swale looking downstream from the bridge

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The River Swale upstream of the bridge near Great Langton

Humphrey Bolton

Great Langton and the River Swale

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St Mary's, Kirkby Fleetham

The wonderful 12th Century Church annexed to this lovely North Yorkshire Village.

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Kiplin Hall - lake side view

The Hall was built as a hunting lodge in the early 1620s for George Calvert, Secretary of State to James I, later the 1st Lord Baltimore and the founder of Maryland, USA. See Link

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Kiplin is located at Grid Ref: SE2897 (Lat: 54.370204, Lng: -1.562913)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Hambleton

Police Authority: North Yorkshire