Clayton Hall Living History Museum
Clayton Hall, Clayton Park, Ashton New Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M11 4RU
Our hands-on living history museum was lovingly created by a small team of volunteers in 2009 within the walls of Clayton Hall.
The remaining section of the building dates back to the 15th Century and is a rare example of a moated, timber framed manor house on a scheduled site, which was once owned by Humphrey Chetham.
Why not join one of our four history talks throughout the day, and learn about the Hall and her owners?
We have six Victorian rooms, with hands-on activities and dressing-up for all ages, plus a Memories Room with our local history archive and large collection of photographs. Don't forget to say hello to Our Polly (our very own Bee in the City sculpture.)
Pauline will be serving her famous home-made delicious light lunches and cakes in our Tudor tea room, all at very reasonable prices.
Come and join us - our friendly volunteers are looking forward to introducing you to Our Old Lady!
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- Opens 11am - Last entry 3pm. History Talks at 11:15, 12:15, 13:15, 14:15
- Saturday 14 September:
- Opens 11am - Last entry 3pm. History Talks at 11:15, 12:15, 13:15, 14:15
Location & directions
Clayton Hall, Clayton Park, Ashton New Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M11 4RU
- Directions:
- We're easy to reach by public transport. Clayton Hall is situated inside Clayton Park, and almost opposite Clayton Hall Metrolink stop on the Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne line. We are close to several bus stops on Ashton New Road and North Road. Drivers - don't forget to register your vehicle with Hall staff on arrival, as street parking restrictions apply in the area. Parking is available for Blue Badge holders only, adjacent to the Hall.
- Contact on day:
- Kay
- Telephone number:
- +447906085045
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
People with impaired mobility, & wheelchair users, may find the cobbled surface of the stone bridge difficult to cross. Access to first floor is via domestic-style staircase or spiral staircase (no lift.) Assistance dogs only inside the Hall, other leashed dogs in garden/ park only. Parking restrictions apply: Bay parking only. Please register your vehicle with staff on arrival. Blue Badge parking adjacent to Hall. Access via main park entrance on Ashton New Road, and over the bridge into the garden, then follow the driveway, & keep left. Please use hazard lights & observe 10mph speed limit.
Additional information
Clayton Hall Living History Museum is an entirely volunteer-led organisation. Volunteering opportunities available. Enquiries to our Volunteer Co-ordinator by email to [email protected] or ask to speak to Kay when you visit.
