The Old Hall & Chapel, Berkhamsted School (2022)
Castle Street, Hertfordshire, HP4 2BB
The Old Hall is the original school house of Berkhamsted School, founded in 1541 by Dean Incent The chapel is late 19th century, modelled on the chapel of Santa Maria dei Miracoli in Venice. A small exhibition relating to the history of the school is available and tours are taken by Old Boys of School House. Old Hall when built in 1544 was the largest school hall in the country. It now has portraits of previous headmasters, including one of Graham Greene's father.
To book for these events, please use the links below from August 1st!
Sunday 18th at 1000:
Timings & Tours
Available anytime
Location & directions
Castle Street, Hertfordshire, HP4 2BB
- Contact on day:
- Sandra Jenkins 07942321901
- Telephone number:
- Sandra Jenkins 07942321901
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The Old Hall has steps up to the entrance.
Additional information
Old Hall is a Grade I listed building and a very fine example of schools built in the 16th century. The guided tours are conducted by an Old Boy of School House who used to do his homework in Old Hall, which is now used for official functions.The chapel was designed by Charles Henry Rew a local architect who based his design on a chapel in Venice. Prior to its building the boys worshipped in St Peter's Church.
