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Repington family built Amington Hall in about 1810. At this time it was owned by Charles Edward Repington (1755-1837) who inherited the estate in 1764 from his father. At this time there was residence to the south of the present building which still exists and is called Amington Old Hall. Charles
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porch. The unusual garden front has seven bays, of which the central three are bowed to full height and carry a domed roof. The brick rear service wing was added later in the 19th century.
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