The Ancient High House
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"Museum of Stafford history in a handsome timber-framed Tudor building."
Overview
The Ancient High House is one of the finest Tudor buildings in the country. Dominating the high street of Stafford, it is the largest remaining timber-framed town house in England and houses an engaging museum. Visit the room where King Charles I stayed, the Staffordshire Yeomanry Regiment Museum on the attic floor, and the changing programme of exhibitions.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Features
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday inclusive, 10am till 4pm, last entry 3.45pm
Key accessibility features
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Disability awareness / equality training
Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff. -
Seating at regular intervals
Seating is available at regular intervals. -
Assistive listening system
There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.
About the area
Staffordshire features lofty moors, deep dales and tremendous views of both. Further south are the six sprawling towns that make up Stoke-on-Trent, which historically have had such an impact on Staffordshire’s fortunes, not to mention its culture and countryside.
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