Upton Cressett Hall
Home to the Cash family, the oldest house built entirely of brick in Shropshire.
Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 6UH
Accommodation at Upton Cressett Hall
The luxury self-contained properties offer a unique opportunity to ‘holiday in history’ and all are within 100 yards of each other. They can be taken together for special group stays, with a chef and maid service, or on a self-catering basis. Catered dinners for up to 24 guests can be arranged in the Great Hall dining room whose giant medieval fireplace and painted gilt ceiling was described by Simon Jenkins as fit for a royal palace.
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Upton Cressett Hall offers a variety of attractions and events for visitors, including historical tours, exhibitions, and festivals. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions for each attraction and event:
Attractions
- Upton Cressett Hall: The Hall is open for private guided tours, which must be booked in advance. Tours are led by the owners and include access to the Hall, Gatehouse, and Norman church.
- St Michael’s Church: This Grade 1 Norman church is open every day of the year with free entry. Visitors can explore its historical architecture and artifacts.
- Gardens: The gardens are open during events and tours, featuring various themed areas such as the Kitchen Garden, Moat Walk, and Medieval Wood.
Events
- Restoration Hall Exhibition: Opened in May 2016, this exhibition showcases the restoration history of the Hall and its surroundings. It includes photographs, drawings, and a video interview with the muralist Adam Dant.
- Upton Cressett Literary and History Festival: Held on Saturday, September 7th, 2019, this festival featured guided tours, talks, and performances. Guided tours cost £10 each, but Historic Houses members have free admission with a festival ticket.
- Invitation to View: Exclusive tours are available on specific dates, offering insights into the Hall's history and restoration. Group bookings can be arranged for any day with prior notice.
Accommodation
Accommodation is available year-round with specific minimum stay requirements: two nights generally, three nights in August and on bank holidays, and five nights during Christmas and New Year. Availability can be checked on the provided calendars.
For more information or to book, visitors are encouraged to contact the Hall directly.
Upton Cressett welcomes group tours all year by appointment. We have welcomed hundreds of group visits, including classic car clubs civic societies, history groups, garden tour groups, Rotary clubs, WI and local guild groups, students, art and painting groups, archaeological groups and walking parties.
We can accommodate group visits of all sizes, starting at 14 guests for afternoon tea and a minimum of 12 guest for lunch to a maximum of 30 guests. Group tours are often led by the owner, family member or our head guide Richard. Tour and tea (including home-made cake) is £17.50 per head. Buffet lunches are available for group tours with refreshments (including wine), at £35 per head. Sample group lunch menus available on request or download menus below. *If you are a smaller group we work on a minimum spend policy to cover our costs. (£240 for tour and tea, starting at £400 for tour an lunch)
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We are a winner of ‘Best Hidden Gem’ in the country at the Hudson’s Heritage Awards and have been runner-up for Best Accommodation in the UK. In 2018, we were awarded a Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor.