It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year since we first started our Heritage Access Tours here at Soulton Hall.
It honestly feels like just yesterday we welcomed our first visitors to these new events, all eager to discover the incredible history hidden within these ancient walls. Since then, we’re thrilled to say hundreds of people have joined us, sharing in the unique experience of exploring Soulton Hall!
The response has been absolutely fantastic.
These tours always sell out, and usually pretty quickly, which just goes to show how much fascinating history and how many compelling stories Soulton Hall has to offer.
So, if you’re thinking of coming along, please do book early to avoid disappointment!
What Makes Our Tours So Special?
Our Heritage Access Tours are much more than just a walk through a historic building. They’re a deep dive into a crucial period of English history, packed with a range of captivating topics:
- Shakespeare: Explore the unexpected connections between this house and the famous playwright.
- Renaissance codes: Understand the clever hidden messages and intellectual concepts built right into the hall’s design.
- A concealed chapel: Step inside a secret space that played a vital role during a time of great change.
- Tudor intrigue: Get a real sense of the political drama and power struggles of the Tudor era.
- Ciphers: Learn about the ingenious methods used to pass on information in secret.
- Priest hide: See the hidden refuges where individuals sought safety during times of persecution.
- Classical callbacks: Discover how ancient philosophies and architectural ideas influenced Soulton Hall’s construction.
- And witness the dawn of distinctive English architecture and prodigy houses: Understand Soulton Hall’s significant place in the story of England’s grandest homes.
Old Sir Rowland Hill’s house is truly a must-see for anyone who loves history, architecture, or just a really good story. We can’t wait to welcome many more of you over the coming year!
