The Ancient High House

This is a must-see if youre in Stafford! I really enjoyed getting a close-up look at the Tudor construction. There are nice exhibitions too, and the little gift shop is outstanding.
Apr 23rd, 2023

What a delightful place to visit. The wonderful lady behind the front desk told us that the house dates back to Elizabeth the 1st in 1545 and was actually built in the shape of an E. Those of you from Wales (like me ) and Ireland will be interested to note that Charles the 1st and Prince Rupert took refuge here and set up his headquarters whilst waiting for back up from troops from Wales and Ireland at the start of the civil war in 1642. There is a room showing how the house was constructed and shows the bare bones of the structure, And a room showing an exhibition on the many ways Arsenic was used in daily life to make a beautiful green colour that slowly poisoned you and your loved ones as you enjoyed the beautiful shade of green in your fine clothes and fine dining. (who needs enemies hey) The beautiful tapestries, especially in the bedroom in my photos were all hand-made with love and care by women from Stafford who, I was told have all since now passed on, taking their excellent skills with them. It is free to visit. There is a gift shop on the ground floor that takes both cash and card payment. Please be generous and buy stuff and make a donation, don't worry if you don't have cash, they do take a card payment. There are toilets however there is no disabled access to the building given its age and composition
Apr 13th, 2023

Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No More
Apr 7th, 2023

Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure More
Mar 6th, 2023

Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No More
Mar 6th, 2023