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This blue commemorative plaque records: Thurstan Hunt The Blessed Thurstan Hunt was born here at Carlton Hall in 1555. He studied at Douai College, France, was ordained as a priest at Rheims in 1585, and then worked for 15 years in the North of England. He was captured in the Fylde area whilst attempting to rescue a fellow priest, Robert Middleton. They were transported to London for questioning before being returned to Lancaster where they were hanged, drawn and quartered on April 3rd 1601. Beatified by Pope John Paul II November 22 1987. Recorded plaque organisation: Carlton Village Residents Association.
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