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, including luxury accommodations, group tours, and special events. Below is a detailed summary of the offerings and their respective conditions:
Accommodations
Upton Cressett Hall provides four award-winning self-contained properties available for rent during summer and autumn. These properties include the Gatehouse, Moat House, Coach House, and Cider House. Each property has specific rates for low and high seasons, with a minimum stay of two nights (three nights during Easter, May Bank Holidays, August Bank Holiday, Christmas, and New Year). High season includes mid-July to mid-September, Easter, and Bank Holidays. A 20% premium applies during Christmas and New Year. Rates vary by property and duration of stay. A dog fee of £30 per dog applies, with a maximum of two dogs per property.
Dragon Hall
The Dragon Hall is a boutique dining and events space styled as a 15th-century Florentine palazzo. It accommodates private dining for 10 to 50 guests and includes a professional kitchen, sitting room, and Tudor fireplace. Additional costs may apply for hosting more than 20/22 guests staying on-site. Catering is available through the in-house team.
Group Tours
Group tours are available year-round by appointment, accommodating 12 to 40 guests. Tours include access to the Hall and Gardens, with catering options such as tea, coffee, and lunch menus. A 50% deposit is required for group bookings, with the balance due two weeks before arrival. Wheelchair access is limited to the gardens and ground floor of the Hall.
Literary Talks and Walks
Literary talks and walks led by William Cash will return in 2024, featuring various themed walks and talks. Dates and details will be announced later.
Invitation to View
Exclusive tours under the "Invitation to View" program offer access to private homes, including Upton Cressett Hall. These tours include refreshments and opportunities to interact with the owners. Group bookings for 2023 are available by prior arrangement.
General Policies
- Check-in time is 4 PM, and check-out time is 10 AM.
- A 50% deposit is required upon booking, with the balance due one month before the rental date.
- No commercial photography or filming is allowed without prior consent.
- Fireworks and drones are prohibited on the properties.
- Smoking is not allowed in any property.
For further details or to make bookings, contact Laura at [email protected].
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.