Aston Hall
Aston Hall

Jacobean country mansion

Trinity Road
Aston
Birmingham,
B6 6JD

Neighborhood: Handsworth/Aston/Lozells

Phone: +44 121 327 0062
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Built between 1618 and 1635 by Sir Thomas Holte, this fine Jacobean country mansion is filled with splendid furniture, textiles and metalwork. What's more, there is a spectacular 136ft long gallery. The house was used to harbour King Charles I for a short time during the Civil War, and scars from cannon fire in that conflict can still be seen on the Great Stairs. Although changes were made to the Hall during the 17th and 18th centuries, it remains largely Jacobean. The great thing about this attraction is that it is used as an educational working museum and it has its own schools' liaison team. Over 20 rooms have been opened to the public, and it also hosts magical candlelit guided tours every December. Admission: free.

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Aston Hall, I have been going for over 45 years now and have enjoyed every visit. Until today, the "...
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