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Nostell

Nostell is a village in the county of West Yorkshire, England, near Hemsworth[?]. It is the site of an Augustinian priory which received its charter[?] in 1121.

Nostell Priory[?] is an 18th century Palladian[?] historic house, with interiors by Robert Adam. The house was owned by the Winn family and is now in the care of the National Trust.

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