Cragg Hall was the centre for many social events. It is interesting to note that Miss Clara Butt stayed at Cragg Hall when she sung at the Victoria Hall in Halifax. Henry Ainley the actor stayed there more than once. Melbourne Inman the billiard champion was also a guest. It is reported that on one occasion Mr Simpson Hinchliffe got him drunk and then had him a game of billiards. Afterwards he was always able to say he had beaten Inman at billiards. Thousands of public also enjoyed visits to the halls ornamental gardens. Ref: 048Morgan Lit & Sci