We are delighted to announce that the digital edition of the official Soulton Hall guidebook, titled “Sermons in Stones” (2026 Edition: Volume I), is now available for download.
Sermons in Stones, 2026 vol I
For those who wish to explore the rich history of Soulton Hall prior to a tour—or for readers across the world who are interested in sixteenth-century philosophy, mathematics, and design—this publication offers a complete guide to the estate.
[Download the Soulton Hall Digital Guidebook on Ko-fi]
Discover the Hidden Language of Soulton Hall
Constructed during a period of intense historical upheaval, Soulton Hall was designed by the Tudor polymath Sir Rowland Hill (c. 1495–1561). Sir Rowland Hill served as Lord Mayor of London and maintained a significant public career across the reigns of four monarchs. He designed the Hall as a “thinking technology,” embedding complex physical codes throughout the structure to convey ideas of civic harmony and intellectual freedom.
Inside this publication, readers will explore:
-
The Garnet Code and Geometry: How the twelve-sided rhombic dodecahedron, a natural geometric shape found in garnets, was used as an architectural allegory for a balanced society.
-
Classical and Biblical Callbacks: Detailed explanations of the architectural references embedded within the building, including connections to the Theatre of Epidaurus, the Telesterion at Eleusis, and Solomon’s Temple.
-
The Shakespeare Connection: An examination of how Soulton Hall connects to William Shakespeare and As You Like It, including the historic inspiration behind the character “Old Sir Rowland” and the symbolic pebble mosaic “dancing pavement”.
-
Historic Spaces and Discoveries: Insights into the studio priest’s hide, the light effects within the Ædicule at Easter, and the newly revealed basement spaces featuring the only surviving Rithmomachia (“Philosophers’ Game”) floor known to endure from antiquity.
-
Preserved History: An update on ongoing research regarding saved sixteenth-century items transported from Old St Paul’s Cathedral in London to Shropshire for safekeeping.
Support Conservation at Soulton Hall
The digital guidebook is available for £5.00. All proceeds from every purchase directly support the ongoing preservation and heritage conservation work across the Soulton estate.
You can acquire and download your digital copy via our official Ko-fi page:
[Download the Soulton Hall Digital Guidebook on Ko-fi]
We extend our sincere gratitude to all visitors, researchers, and supporters whose contributions ensure this unique site remains preserved for future generations.
