The Ancient High House - attraction in Stafford

The Ancient High House Museums

The Ancient High House
Greengate Street
Stafford
Staffordshire
ST16 2JA

Phone: 01785 619131

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The Ancient High House is one of the finest Tudor buildings in the country. Once dominating the skyline of Stafford, it is the largest remaining timber framed town house in England.

Royalty was welcomed to the house in 1642 when King Charles I stayed there en route to Shrewsbury, and the house retains an extensive collection of period furniture and architectural features. It is also the home of the Staffordshire Yeomanry Museum.

Built in around 1595 for the wealthy Dorrington family, the ornate timber framed building is reputed to be the largest surviving timber framed town house in England from the Tudor period.

In 1986 the house opened as a museum and now provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people who have lived there over the centuries. Visit the Civil War Room where King Charles 1st and Prince Rupert stayed during their brief visit to the town; view the Stuart Bedroom with its magnificent four poster bed; admire the elegant splendour of the Wallpaper Room with its Georgian displays; visit Mr. Marson in his Edwardian Shop; and observe the grand comfort of the Victorian Room.

Attraction Details

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VenueThe Ancient High House
AddressGreengate Street, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2JA
Phone01785 619131
Websitehttp://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/the-ancient-high-house
Email Addressahh@staffordbc.gov.uk
Opening timesTuesday - Saturday 10am - 6pm
Entry costsFree
Attraction typeMuseums

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Situated in the heart of Stafford, The Swan Hotel has an award-winning brasserie and stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. There is free on-site parking, and Stafford Castle is just 1.5 miles away.

Postcode: ST16 2JA
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Bridgewood House

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Bridgewood House is situated in Stafford, 5 km from Shugborough Hall. Private parking is available on site. A TV is featured.

Postcode: ST16 2DJ
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Vine Hotel by Marston's

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A 10-minute walk from Stafford Train Station, Vine Hotel by Marstons Inns provides stylish rooms in the centre of the town. There is a bar and restaurant and free parking and Wi-Fi. Each room at Vine Hotel has en suite facilities.

Postcode: ST16 2JU
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Best Western Tillington Hall

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Set in the heart of Staffordshire, the 3-star Best Western Tillingto Hall Hotel is just half a mile from the M6, and is within easy reach of Birmingham International and Manchester International Airports..

Postcode: ST16 1JJ
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Premier Inn Stafford North

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Conveniently situated, Premier Inn Stafford North (Hurricane) is a short drive from Stafford Train Station and is close to Stafford Castle and The Guildhall Shopping Centre..

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Holiday Inn Express Stafford

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Located just off junction 13 of the M6, the Holiday Inn Express Stafford offers affordable accommodation. Bedrooms feature private facilities and free Wi-Fi throughout..

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