Moseley Old Hall - National Trust

Moseley Old Hall - National Trust An atmospheric Elizabethan farmhouse that saved a King

This atmospheric Elizabethan farmhouse conceals a priest's hole and hiding places, in one of which Charles II hid while on the run after being defeated at the Battle of Worcester in 1651.

Update: The traffic around the surrounding lanes is now moving as normal.⚠️Please note: Due to an accident on the M54, t...
29/05/2026

Update: The traffic around the surrounding lanes is now moving as normal.

⚠️Please note: Due to an accident on the M54, the roads surrounding Moseley are busier than usual. Please take care on your journey and allow extra time.

Thank you for your understanding.

🌳Oak Apple Day marks the restoration of King Charles II to the throne in 1660 after years in exile, and celebrates the s...
27/05/2026

🌳Oak Apple Day marks the restoration of King Charles II to the throne in 1660 after years in exile, and celebrates the story of his escape following the English Civil War. At Moseley Old Hall, where the King once sought refuge, we are marking the occasion with family fun, crafts and fascinating history this May Half Term.

👑Take part in the 'Royal RSVP Rescue Trail' and help the Whitgreave family piece together a lost invitation to the King’s birthday celebrations. Running everyday until Sunday 31 May, 50p per participant with a sticker prize at the end.

🎨 Get crafty in the Cowshed on Thursday 28 and Friday 29 May by making a King Charles II push-up puppet - perfect for young historians and little makers alike. £1.50 per crafter.

📖 On Friday 29 May, discover the story behind Oak Apple Day and the Restoration in one of our volunteer-led pop-up history talks. Talks held at 11:30am, 12:30pm and 1:30pm, free with admission.

🍦After all that exploring, cool down with an ice cream or enjoy a tasty treat in the tearoom.

Find out more: https://rebrand.ly/de1yce9 Normal admission costs apply, no booking required

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🎉👑 Join the adventure this May Half Term and Oak Apple Day!Help the Whitgreave family make it to King Charles II’s royal...
22/05/2026

🎉👑 Join the adventure this May Half Term and Oak Apple Day!

Help the Whitgreave family make it to King Charles II’s royal birthday celebration! 🏰✨

A very important invitation has been lost in the gardens after the Royal Messenger dropped it and the wind scattered it into seven missing pieces.

Can you explore the grounds, solve the clues, and piece the invitation back together before the party begins? 🌿🔎

📅 Saturday 23 May – Sunday 31 May
🎟️ Trail sheets available from Visitor Reception for
50p
⭐ Sticker prize for every completed trail!

Please note: normal admission applies, no booking required, and children must be supervised at all times.

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Join the fun this May Half Term and help us to celebrate Oak Apple Day by helping the Whitgreave family to get to King C...
19/05/2026

Join the fun this May Half Term and help us to celebrate Oak Apple Day by helping the Whitgreave family to get to King Charles II's birthday party! Saturday 23rd May to Sunday 31st May.

King Charles II is throwing a magnificent party to celebrate his birthday and his return to the throne, and he wants the brave Whitgreave family to join him. But disaster has struck - the Royal Messenger dropped the invitation, and the wind blew it into seven pieces which are hidden around the gardens.

Can you search the grounds, find the missing parts, and fill in the blanks so the family knows when and where the big celebration will be?

Trails can be purchased from Visitor Reception for 50p, with a sticker prize at the end.

Please note, normal admission costs apply, no booking required, children must be supervised at all times

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Update: We now have some spaces available on our car park. Thank you to everyone for your understanding and patience. Pl...
04/05/2026

Update: We now have some spaces available on our car park. Thank you to everyone for your understanding and patience.

Please note, our car park is now full - we hope that more spaces will open up this afternoon.

We will update this post when more spaces become available.

Thank you for your understanding.

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🌸Celebrate May Day with us at Moseley Old Hall 🔔Bring the family along on Sunday 3 and Monday 4 May, 11am–3pm, and get c...
01/05/2026

🌸Celebrate May Day with us at Moseley Old Hall

🔔Bring the family along on Sunday 3 and Monday 4 May, 11am–3pm, and get creative with our Maypole Jingle Stick craft activity.
For just £1.50 per crafter (plus normal admission), children can make and decorate their own ribbon-and-bell stick before heading outside to dance around our beautifully dressed maypole. No booking needed-just drop in. Last start time 2:45pm, children must be supervised at all times be a responsible adult, no booking required.

💐The maypole has been a joyful symbol of spring for centuries, dating back to medieval England when communities gathered to celebrate the end of winter with music, ribbons, and dance. Though the tradition was once banned during the 17th century, it returned with great enthusiasm after the restoration of Charles II - and it has been bringing people together ever since.

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📢 A new pin badge has landed at Moseley Old Hall! 📢Our brand-new badge features the intricate 'crewel' embroidery design...
23/04/2026

📢 A new pin badge has landed at Moseley Old Hall! 📢

Our brand-new badge features the intricate 'crewel' embroidery design, meaning sewing wool onto fabric. You can see the design on the King's Bed in the Hall, so why not have a look around on your next visit?

All donations from this pin badge help to look after Moseley's collections, buildings, and landscape for future generations.

Did you know?
The bed itself was gifted to Moseley Old Hall by Rosalie Mander, the widow of Sir Geoffrey Mander of Wightwick Manor (Wightwick Manor & Gardens) in 1962.

🌹Happy St George’s Day! Did you know that today also marks the birthday of William Shakespeare, born on this day in 1564...
23/04/2026

🌹Happy St George’s Day!

Did you know that today also marks the birthday of William Shakespeare, born on this day in 1564?

To celebrate, we have put together a special display of Shakespeare’s works in our second-hand bookshop - perfect for a little literary inspiration.

And there is more to look forward to this summer…

We are delighted to welcome back Illyria for a magical outdoor performance of 'As You Like It' on Saturday 15 August at 7pm.

🎟Book your tickets here: rebrand.ly/e05604

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🐣Our Easter treats just got even sweeter! Pop into our tearoom and try our adorable duck and bunny shaped shortbread, fr...
04/04/2026

🐣Our Easter treats just got even sweeter! Pop into our tearoom and try our adorable duck and bunny shaped shortbread, freshly baked and almost too cute to eat (almost 😉).

Perfect for a post-Easter trail treat or a cosy tea break. But be quick – these little chicks won’t hang around for long!

🎟️ £3.50 per trail, normal admission costs also apply – includes your trail sheet, bunny ears, and a delicious chocolate egg (dairy, vegan & Free From option available), no booking required.

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*We're open as normal today (1/4).*Due to a National Grid power outage, Moseley Old Hall is now closed for the day. We a...
31/03/2026

*We're open as normal today (1/4).*

Due to a National Grid power outage, Moseley Old Hall is now closed for the day.

We apologise for any inconvenience and hope to be open again tomorrow once the power has been restored.

We’ll update the website and social media with more information when we can.

Image: ©National Trust Images/James Dobson

Address

Moseley Old Hall Lane, Fordhouses
Wolverhampton
WV107HY

Opening Hours

Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+441902782808

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