The Judge's Lodging

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The Judge's Lodging The Judge's Lodging Museum, Presteigne You can lie on the beds, read the judge’s books and even pump water in the kitchen.

Visit us and you will be in for a treat, for this award-winning historic judge’s accommodation and court offers a most unusual journey back in time. Wander through the judge’s private apartments and make yourself at home, for The Judge’s Lodging is an historic house with a difference – you can touch! Below stairs there is the full range of servants’ rooms to explore, with kitchens, sleeping quarters and workrooms; a whole gaslit world to discover. The tour is finished by a trip to the vast echoing courtroom, where you are haunted by the echoes of trials long since concluded. You are guided through this Victorian world by an eavesdropping’ audiotour featuring the voice of actor Robert Hardy. If you have children to entertain, you don’t have to worry about being told off every time they move, because the building is family-friendly. They have their own activities and guidebook to help them explore. The're a pop up tea room, run by our wonderful volunteers, serving an array of teas, coffees and soft drinks, all from Mid Wales companies and yummy cakes,baked just 100 yards from our building. Oh, and although our listed Opening Hours show that we are closed on Mondays, we make an exception for Bank Holiday Mondays, so if you are having a break during one of the long weekends please call in to see us!

17/10/2026

We are so excited about our brand new kids Halloween trail.
Watch this space 👻

The Ultimate Luxury Basecamp for Borderland Walkers.If your perfect holiday involves crisp country air, dramatic ridges,...
16/10/2026

The Ultimate Luxury Basecamp for Borderland Walkers.
If your perfect holiday involves crisp country air, dramatic ridges, and retiring to unmatched luxury at the end of the day, The Retiring Rooms at The Judge’s Lodging are calling.
Tucked into the scenic corner where Powys meets Herefordshire, Presteigne is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Spend your days tracing the high-altitude paths of the Offa's D**e Trail or exploring the narrow valleys carved out by the River Lugg. After immersing yourself in the scenery, retreat to your stylish, high-spec apartment featuring dedicated storage for your outdoor gear, a heated towel rail to dry off, and a smart TV to relax by.
Treat yourself to a walking holiday with a historic twist. Secure your dates on Self Catering Wales.

10/10/2026

Congratulations to our newlyweds who got married today. 🥂🍾.

Today we have a film company in. They love using our building and we love having them. Lots of cables, cameras and char...
08/10/2026

Today we have a film company in. They love using our building and we love having them.
Lots of cables, cameras and characters 😄😄.

Today we hosted a coach party on holiday in Mid Wales. They booked in for an audio tour then enjoyed tea , coffees and W...
07/10/2026

Today we hosted a coach party on holiday in Mid Wales. They booked in for an audio tour then enjoyed tea , coffees and Welsh Specials in our tearoom.
Thank you to our volunteers who served them all.

A film crew also turned up ready for tomorrow.
A reminder. Our tearoom is closed all day Thursday 8th October.

07/10/2026

Notice.
Thursday 8th Oct. Our
tearoom will be closed due to a film crew coming in.

Spend Christmas in Presteigne surrounded by beautiful countryside on both sides of the border. Wrap up warm and explore ...
06/10/2026

Spend Christmas in Presteigne surrounded by beautiful countryside on both sides of the border. Wrap up warm and explore Offas D**e , Elan Valley and many other walks that surround us. Visit the market towns and drive the picturesque Black and White houses trail. Return back to your cosy accommodation at The Retiring Rooms. Luxurious self catering lets where you can pour yourself a mulled w**e and enjoy the stunning views beyond. Everything is here to make your stay as relaxing and rejuvenating as possible. From board games to picnic bags to dishwashers.
Book now to avoid disappointment.
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Click through the link on our website www.judgeslodging.org.uk or go direct to
www.holidaycottages.co.uk and put in Presteigne.

Are you looking for accommodation for the vintage car weekend here in Presteigne around Friday 9th October? Or you simpl...
03/10/2026

Are you looking for accommodation for the vintage car weekend here in Presteigne around Friday 9th October? Or you simply want a break here in glorious Wales.
We have one holiday flat available last minute. !!!
Do take a look on www.holidaycottages.co.uk

Photography 📸 The Judge's Lodging

Our two wonderful exhibitions are still in our building until 1st November. Free to visit. Rebecca Davis and Suzanne Bo...
02/10/2026

Our two wonderful exhibitions are still in our building until 1st November. Free to visit.
Rebecca Davis and Suzanne Boak Art . Beautiful work by two very talented local artists.
Open 1030 to 430.

Very much in demand still is our delicious homemade Victorian ice cream. The latest flavour is damson and its another winner from our ice cream chef 😋😋.
Our tearoom is open daily Wednesday to Saturday inclusive.

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Broad Street
Presteigne
LD82AD

Telephone

+441544260650

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