Incorporated: 1761
Population: 2,036
County Name: Grafton
(county map)
Town Contact:
Town of Holderness
PO Box 203
Holderness, NH 03245-0203

Phone: 603-968-3537
Fax: 603-968-9954
Website:
www.holderness-nh.gov

Origin:
Holderness was named in 1751 for Robert Darcy, fourth Earl of Holderness, ambassador to Venice and minister at The Hague under King George III. He opposed the king's policy toward the colonies, and became a close friend of Governor Wentworth in efforts to promote friendly trade relations abroad. In 1761, the land was regranted to a group of New England families, including Samuel Livermore, who wanted to create a pretentious estate similar to that of the English countryside.

More about Holderness:
Holderness is home to Squam Lake, site of the film "On Golden Pond" and has since been nicknamed "Golden Pond." Nearby is Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, a popular field trip location for students.