The tour comprises a guided tour of the principal downstairs rooms and garden. The tour is led by a member of the family who has detailed knowledge of the history of the property. The main rooms include:
The Library – where hidden behind a wood panelled over-mantel you will be able to view an original painting of Henry VIII’s Tudor Rose beside Katherine of Aragon’s Pomegranate from circa 1525.
The Oak Room – featuring wood panelling and feature stained glass window.
The Long Room – featuring a decorative fireplace and surround dated 1553 comprising intricate wood inlay of a scene of Shrewsbury.
Gardens – including a section of the original Shrewbury “Town Walls” and wonderful views of the English Bridge, Lord Hill’s Column and The Wrekin.
To book a tour please click on the link below to our Historic Houses house tour booking page.
The tour will last around one and a half hours and the family member will be more than happy to answer questions and give hypothesis on the history of the house.
Photography: As this is very much a private family home we do not allow photography of our internal rooms. We do allow external photography from the garden. We also allow a “close up” photograph of the Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon wall painting – but no flash photography so as to preserve the painting.
We’re unable to provide refreshments.
Until then, you can book a tour via the Historic Houses or contact us to disccuss directly.