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3 days ago · Visit Moseley Old Hall in Staffordshire, an atmospheric Elizabethan home famed for hiding King Charles II from Cromwell's army.
Moseley Old Hall is located in Fordhouses, north of Wolverhampton in the United Kingdom. It is notable as one of the hiding places of Charles II during his escape to France following defeat at the Battle of Worcester in 1651. Now owned by the National Trust, the hall is a Grade II* listed building.
An atmospheric Elizabethan farmhouse that saved a King Find out about the dramatic story of King Charles II hiding from Cromwell’s troops at Moseley Old Hall after he fled the Battle of Worcester in 1651.
Explore Moseley Old Hall – the house that saved a King. Find out more about the fascinating tales of this special place, from its most famous connection, King Charles II, to what country life was like in 17th-century Staffordshire.
Moseley Old Hall was built in 1600 for Henry Pitt, a merchant. This rambling, gabled house with two groups of tall Elizabethan chimneys was case in red brick in 1870. The original timber-framing and wattle-and-daub infill can still be seen in the attics.
Find out when Moseley Old Hall is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more. Plan your visit. Explore Moseley’s walled gardens to discover 17th-century plants, a heritage orchard and intricate knot garden. Climb the tree hide in the woods beyond.
About. Come and experience our tour round this atmospheric Elizabethan farmhouse which hid Charles II in 1651. Find out about the King's dramatic story and 17th Century life and more. Map & Directions. Road Directions. 4 miles north of Wolverhampton, south of M54 between A449 and A460.
