
The Kitchen
Historic House, £4.95
Broad Street,
Presteigne,
Powys,
LD8 2AD
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Details
Wander through the stunningly restored judge's apartments, study the books, sit in the judge's chair, even pump water in the kitchen, for this 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 gas lit world to discover. Damp cells remind you of the building's true purpose, along with the vast courtroom where your imagination is captured by the echoing trial of William Morgan, local duck thief.
Find out about the rural Radnorshire Constabulary, the tragic tale of Mary Morgan, reputedly the last woman to be hanged in Wales, the terrible state of and great escapes from Presteigne gaol, contrasting with the luxurious lives of the judges - what better place to discover for yourselves the true theatre of the law.
VICTORIAN FUN FOR KIDS!
At last, an historic house where you don't have to worry about bringing the kids! The Judge's Lodging welcome families and the 'hands-on' policy means that your children can feel for themselves what life was like in a Victorian house.
As well as being able to touch, they also have:
Activity boxes for kids (and kids at heart) to explore, with dressing up clothes, toys and activities.
Their own guidebook, Interesting Stuff, Gross Facts and a Bit About the Building, to help them investigate the rooms.
The audiotour, which features 'Victorian' characters from the building's past talking about their lives - our machines are very robust, easy to use and we are happy for everyone, however small, to use them.
New local history galleries with changing exhibitions - see website for full details of what's on.
Opening Details
Open all the time
2020 Opening Times:
15th – 23rd February 10.30am – 4.30pm Tues - Sun
1st April – 30th June, 10.30am – 4.30pm Wed – Sat
1st July – 30th Sept, 10.30am – 5pm Tues – Sun
1st - 31st Oct 10.30am – 4.30pm Wed – Sat
Also open Bank Holidays, extended hours in school holidays and special days. Check website and social media for full details.
(Last admission 30 minutes before closing)
Closed March 2020 and 1st Nov 2020 - Spring 2021
Out of season and evening group bookings available.
Prices
2020 Admission:
Adult £8.95 | Child £4.95 | Concession £7.95, ,
Family (2+3) £23.00 free. Group rates available.
Please Gift Aid your admission. It helps us hugely
Recommend time to allow for your visit - you allow at least one and a half hours
Also at this Venue
Address
Broad Street,
Presteigne,
Powys,
LD8 2AD
Location and nearby places
Directions
Map reference: SO 314644 Lat: 52.27345 Long: -3.00679
Presteigne town centre. Half way down Broad Street, from High Street end. Large yellow building on right. Has TIC signage outside as well as official Judge's Lodging plaque fixed on wall.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 6 miles from Knighton station
Facilities
Coach parties accepted
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
French signs/guides
German signs/guides
Gift shop
On-site light refreshments
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Welcome Host
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed
Facilities for visually impaired