Name: Moseley Old Hall
Rating: 5.0

Moseley Old Hall

Moseley Old Hall, Moseley Old Hall Lane, Featherstone, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire WV10 7HY, UK

1-99 Years

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Moseley Old Hall Find out about the dramatic story of King Charles II hiding from Cromwell’s troops at Moseley Old Hall after he fled the Battle of Worcester in 1651. See the bed on which the King slept and the priest hole in which he hid, and hear fascinating stories about what life was like in the 17th-century from our tour guides and costume interpreters.

A variety of 17th-century plants, a fruit orchard and a striking ‘knot’ garden adorn the graceful gardens. Further into Kings Walk Wood there is den building and the tree-hide for children of all ages to explore. Treat yourself in our very popular tea-room, with homemade cakes and biscuits or a light lunch. We've also got lots of events, activities and demonstrations for all the family happening throughout the year.

Price starts from £13.20 for Adults(18 years and over), £6.60 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £33.00 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

The Hall: An Elizabethan farmhouse with many secrets. The priest hole and the chapel attic tell the story of King Charles II's escape.
Tree Hide and Woodland Play: With den building, the mud kitchen, woodland play and of course the three storey tree hide there are lots of ways for you to enjoy the outdoors at Moseley Old Hall.
Knot Garden: 17th Century style knot garden.
Heritage Orchard: Varieties of heritage apples and pears.
Tea-room: Orchard Tea-room serving light lunches, snacks and hot drinks.
Bookshop: Second-hand bookshop with a large variety of books, situated in Visitor Reception within a beautiful historic barn.
Family Fun at Moseley Old Hall: Whether you want to discover what life would have been like in this 17th century farmhouse, put your culinary skills to the test in the mud kitchen, or climb to the top of our 3-storey treehide there is plenty here at Moseley Old Hall to keep your family entertained.
Explore Moseley Old Hall: Explore Moseley Old Hall – the house that saved a King. Find out more about the fascinating tales of this special place, from its most famous connection, King Charles II, to what country life was like in 17th-century Staffordshire.
Explore the garden at Moseley Old Hall: Take a stroll through Moseley’s walled gardens and discover a collection of plants which have been cultivated by gardeners since the 17th century. The intricate knot garden is not to be missed. Outside the garden walls discover King’s Walk Woods for family fun and explore the meadows beyond.
Northycote Farm to Moseley Old Hall walk: Trace the footsteps of a king as you join up with the Monarch's Way in the West Midlands. In 1651, King Charles II escaped parliamentary soldiers by walking part of this route, which mostly winds its way through woods and parkland.

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Parking: Free parking on car park opposite property. Blue badge spaces available.
Dogs allowed: Dogs welcome on leads in the garden and grounds. Assistance dogs only in the house and tea-room.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult (18+): £13.20 with Gift Aid & £12.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17 years, under 5s free): £6.60 with Gift Aid & £6.00 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £33.00 with Gift Aid & £30.00 without Gift Aid.
1 adult family: £19.80 with Gift Aid & £18.00 without Gift Aid.
Group (adult 18+): £11.40 (no Gift Aid).
Group (child 5–17): £5.70 (no Gift Aid).

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/shropshire-staffordshire/moseley-old-hall#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Moseley Old Hall: 10:30 - 15:30
Garden and woodland: 10:00 - 16:00
Tea-room: 10:00 - 15:30

Address: Moseley Old Hall, Moseley Old Hall Lane, Featherstone, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire WV10 7HY, UK

Post Code: WV10 7HY

Council: South Staffordshire

County: Staffordshire

By road: Moseley Old Hall is just south of M54; from north on M6 leave at exit 11, then A460 towards Wolverhampton, follow brown signs; from south on M6 take exit onto M54, take exit 1 and A460 towards Wolverhampton - follow brown signs; from West on M54 take exit 2, then A449 towards Wolverhampton - follow brown signs.
By train: Wolverhampton train station - 4 miles.
By bus: Catch the number 33 bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station towards Northwood Park - hourly service. Alight at Carisbrooke Rd, then there is a 20 min walk to Moseley Old Hall - take care on narrow lanes. No service on Sundays. Find times at nxbus.co.uk/west-midlands.
Parking: Free parking on car park opposite property. Blue badge spaces available.