Access to the site was improved when a new path was constructed from Grange Road (although it is not known how the River Skerne was crossed)iv. Previously, the only access to the estate was at the southeast corner, via a path from Neasham Roadv. The new path across the Polam Hall estate was bought for £20 vi. A house was build adjoining this path about the same timevii. It became known as South Villa and later as Neasham House viii.

A piece of farmland was bequeathed by James Bellasis to a trust who were to ensure that the income from the land be used for charitable purposes i. The site consisted of four fields, with a total area of 20 acres, situated along the southern edge of the town boundary ii. The land became known as “Poor Howdens” estate and was administered by a Trust consisting of the Vicar of St. Cuthbert’s Church and other local officials iii.