[1] Following significant population growth, largely associated with textile manufacturing, a local board of health was established in Bacup in 1863.

[8] In accordance with Ashworth's wishes, the grounds of the hall were laid out as a public park, and the house was converted for municipal purposes.

[13] A stag's head which for many years had been on display in the hall was recovered from storage and returned to its original place on the staircase in 2006.

The centre bay is also slightly projected forward, and features a porch formed by Ionic order pilasters supporting an entablature and a balcony.

Inside, there is a stone staircase under a moulded plaster ceiling, with a domed skylight incorporating stained glass.