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Ingatestone Hall

Ingatestone Hall is a 16th century manor house surrounded by approximately 11 acres of grounds. The house was built by Sir William Petre, Secretary of State to four Tudor monarchs, and is still occupied by his descendants. It contains furniture, pictures and family memorabilia accumulated over the centuries.

The house, which is listed Grade I, largely retains its original Tudor form and appearance with brick-mullioned windows, crow-step gables, tall chimneys, extensive oak panelling and two priests’ hiding places. It is essentially a much-loved family home rather than a perfectly in-period showpiece and so, although there is little in the way of spectacular treasures or well-ordered scholarly collections, the paraphernalia accumulated by successive generations of the Petre family provide plenty of interest to see. Similarly, the grounds, although retaining some original features such as the stew-ponds, walled pleasure garden and lime tree walks, have simply evolved over the years in response to individual whim rather than any master plan.

The Invitation to View tours will normally be conducted by Lord Petre or his son Dominic, and are scheduled to take place on days when the house is routinely open to the public in the afternoon. You will therefore be welcome, after the tour has finished, to linger longer to enjoy the grounds or take further refreshment in the Tea Room.

Tour approx two to two and a half hours, £15 inc tea, coffee and a pastry on arrival.
www.ingatestonehall.com

To book, call the Mercury Theatre on 01206 573948
or book on-line at www.mercurytheatre.co.uk. 

Other nearby properties:

Beeleigh Abbey
Copped Hall

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