Blakesley Hall
Looking out of the window of Blakesley Hall, it is easy to imagine the rural landscape of years gone by. Beyond the walled herb garden once lay acres of farmland belonging to the house and its occupants. The timber-framed house was built in 1590 by Richard Smalbroke, a member of one of Birmingham’s leading merchant families. More than 400 years later, beautiful Blakesley is still a haven; secluded from the avenues of modern houses that lie beyond its gates.
Highlights at Blakesley Hall include:
The traditional herb garden and orchard – a haven for butterflies and birds
The 400-year-old wall decorations in the Painted Chamber
The Long Table in the Great Hall – an original piece of furniture listed in the 1684 inventory of the house
The mural of Blakesley Hall inside the main entrance to the visitor centre – painted by Julie Eyett in 2001
There is a regular programme of activities and exhibitions.
The house is normally closed in the winter months.
School parties and pre-booked groups are welcome all year round.
Charges may apply for out-of-season visits so please contact Blakesley Hall for further details.
Blakesley Hall Cafe
The visitor centre at Blakesley Hall incorporates a bright and airy tea room with friendly service and a good selection of drinks and snacks.
The seating area is bathed in light from the huge windows that look out onto the back of the house and the apple orchard.
Blakesley Hall Shop
Blakesley Hall shop stocks a wide variety of gifts and souvenirs for all ages including toys and games and jewellery. The lavender presentation sets make perfect gifts or a scented reminder of your visit.
VISITORS INFORMATION:
Admission: Free
Opening Times:
Open from Friday 2nd April to Sunday 31st October 2010
Tuesdays - Sundays, closed Mondays except for Bank Holidays
12pm - 4pm
Disabled Access
Owing to its age, Blakesley Hall has no lift access to the first floor, however folders containing images and information about the upstairs rooms are available throughout the ground floor.
All other areas of Blakesley Hall are accessible including the visitors centre, cafe, shop and gardens. The house also has its own car parking facilities.
Baby care facilities are available.
Getting to Blakesley Hall
By Car
Blakesley Hall can be found just to the east of the city just of the A4040 in Yardley.
The house has its own car parking facilities.
By Bus
The area is well-served by the 11 circular bus route which connects Yardley with Ward End and Erdington in the north and Acocks Green and Sarehole Mill in the south.
From the city centre take a 94 or 55 bus to the Fox & Goose at Ward End where you can join the number 11 route; or take the 97 or 97a which will drop you at Stetchford Police Station.
By Train
The nearest train station is Stetchford Station.
Blakesley Road,
Yardley,
Birmingham,
B25 8RN