The Old House, Shropshire
Dogpole, Shrewsbury, SY1 1ES
Features
- Meet the owner
- No parking
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:
1. 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 1510.
2. The Oak Room – featuring wood panelling and feature stained glass window.
3. The Long Room – featuring a decorative fireplace and surround dated 1553 comprising intricate wood inlay of a scene of Shrewsbury.
4. Gardens – including a section of the original Shrewbury “Town Walls” and wonderful views of the English Bridge, Lord Hill’s Column and The Wrekin.
The tour will last around 1.5-2 hours and the family member will be more than happy to answer questions and give hypothesis on the history of the house.
Tickets and Times through Invitation To View
Tickets are priced at £10 per person.
Refreshments: I’m afraid we do not provide refreshments, but being based in the town centre we can recommend a plethora of cafes and restaurants all set in historical buildings that are just a short walk from the property.
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.
Animals: No animals. Guide dogs by prior arrangement.
Getting here
Dogpole, Shrewsbury, SY1 1ES
Train: We are a pleasant 9 minute walk from the train station through the historic heart of Shrewsbury
Bus: Shrewsbury Park and Ride buses stop on Dogpole beside the property and at other town centre locations within walking distance.
Car/Parking: The property is in the heart of the historic town centre and there is no immediate parking at the property. There are loading bays on Dogpole which can be used for short drop off/pick up. The nearest parking available is at the Wyle Cop NCP, St Julian’s Friar’s car park, or the car park of The Prince Rupert Hotel.
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The Old House, Shrewsbury
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The Old House, Shropshire
The Old House, Shrewsbury
The Old House, Shropshire
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