Whitmore Hall
Staffordshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- Cavenagh-Mainwaring family
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
Pinpoint
Whitmore Hall, Whitmore, Newcastle ST5 5HW
Whitmore Hall is one of the oldest brick-built houses in England still lived in by the descendants of the family who built it. It has only a small number of reviews, but those visitors are consistent: the draw is a guided tour covering the family, estate and local history, led by guides they describe as cheerful, well informed and good at bringing the story to life.
Worth the trip
The guided tour - the few reviewers who have written about Whitmore describe it as time well spent, with the history told rather than simply displayed.
Before you go
Access is by staffed guided tour of a house that is still a family home, and openings are limited, so check the current tour days and times before making the journey.
There are only a few short reviews to go on, and they are positive. Visitors describe a guided tour covering the long history of the hall, which is still a family home, and consistently praise the guide as cheerful, knowledgeable and entertaining. One reviewer felt it was well worth the admission fee, and another mentions the site as a good spot for photography, with staff described as helpful.
One of the oldest brick-built houses in England still lived in by the descendants of its builders.
“Lovely place for photography”- Diane Irvine, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Guided tours
- “The tour guide was delightful, bringing the history to life in a very informative and entertaining way.” - Julie Walker
Common questions about Whitmore Hall
Where is Whitmore Hall?
Whitmore Hall is in Staffordshire, England, at Whitmore Hall, Whitmore, Newcastle ST5 5HW.
Do you need a ticket to visit Whitmore Hall?
Yes - Whitmore Hall is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by Cavenagh-Mainwaring family. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Whitmore Hall?
The guided tour - the few reviewers who have written about Whitmore describe it as time well spent, with the history told rather than simply displayed.
Is Whitmore Hall a ruin or still intact?
Whitmore Hall is largely intact - One of the oldest brick-built houses in England still lived in by the descendants of its builders.
