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Ghost Tour at the Ancient High House

Our Ghost Tours at the Ancient High House are back. Join Nick as he takes you on a tour around the Ancient High House by dark and learn some of the ghost stories that haunt the rooms.

In the past the Ancient High House has been a residential home, a civil war prison, a school and home to an antique shop. So it’s not suprising that a building with such a traumatic history should have tormented souls trapped within its walls…

Pre booking is required. Please book via the website.

Please arrive at 7.15pm.

The tour is 90 minutes long and includes refreshments of tea and coffee. Please make us aware of any allergies by ringing us in advance on 01785 619131.

(Over 18’s only)

Please book through this webpage.

Please be aware that this event is held across the three floors of the Ancient High House, up several flights of stairs. There are steps to enter into the building and then 17 more wide steps with a handrail between each floor. For toilets, the womens is on the first floor and the mens is on the second. Historic Stafford staff are always present to assist you if required.

Please be aware that this event will have very low light levels.

Workshop – Christmas Wreath

THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT.

Workshop held at Stafford Castle in the Visitor Centre.

All materials supplied to decorate your very own moss ring with fresh greenery, ribbon, dried fruit, baubles or whatever you fancy. Inspiration photos are provided and staff are on hand for advice.

This is an ideal pre-Christmas social for adults only, with seasonal music. Your booking price includes a glass of prosecco (or no-secco), orange juice or a hot drink, along with a mince pie.

Pre-booking is required. Please book online through this webpage.

Please note: no refunds can be given for a cancellation within 7 days of the workshop, but materials can be collected by arrangement.

The Ancient High House After Dark

Come and see us after hours! Open late until 7pm.

Free admittance to wander around our beautiful Tudor House in the evening. We will also be holding short, 15 minute Witch Mark talks, lead by one of our knowledgeable guides, at 4.30pm, 5.30pm and 6.30pm.

Please be aware that this event is held across the three floors of the Ancient High House, up several flights of stairs. There are steps to enter into the building and then 17 more wide steps with a handrail between each floor. For toilets, the womens is on the first floor and the mens is on the second. Historic Stafford staff are always present to assist you if required.

Workshop – Medieval Inspired Embroidery

Immerse yourself in history whilst creating your own embroidered keyring with a medieval theme.

Join us at Stafford Castle for a relaxed, social evening with refreshments provided. Feel free to bring your own food if required, there will be a break. (Hot pastries are also available to purchase.)
Materials and equipment are included, with guidance on hand. Some previous embroidery experience would be beneficial, but not essential. Free onsite carpark.

Thursday 16th October 6.00pm- 9.00pm

All payments must be made upon booking. Please note no refunds can be given for a cancellation within 7 days of the workshop, but materials/kit can be arranged to be collected. Adults only.

For more information visit our website or call the Ancient High House to book your place on 01785 619131. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces, bookings close on the 10th October.

Home Educators Day

A day exclusively for home educators.

We have 2 days to choose from dependent on your family requirements. The 10th November is a guided tour of the house for children aged 6+. The 17th November is an open day for all the family to enjoy.

 

Spend the day looking around the Ancient High House and taking in all of its history. The building will be fully open to explore, so bring along the family, younger children can take part in our Mouse Trail with older children looking around the house at ease. There is no charge for this day but we do appreciate donations.

 

This tour will be held on Monday 17th November 2025, 10.00am to 12.00pm and is for all ages.

Please email info@historicstafford.co.uk for more information and to book.

 

Please be aware that this event is held across the three floors of the Ancient High House, up several flights of stairs. There are steps to enter into the building and then 17 more wide steps with a handrail between each floor. For toilets, the womens is on the first floor and the mens is on the second. Historic Stafford staff are always present to assist you if required.

Home Educators Day

THIS DATE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED

A day exclusively for home educators.

We have 2 days to choose from dependent on your family requirements. The 10th November is a guided tour of the house for children aged 6+. The 17th November is an open day for all the family to enjoy.

 

Spend the day with our guides exploring and learning the history of the Ancient High House. Discuss what Stafford was like in the Tudor period through learning about rich and poor life, fashion, food and drink, social history and the construction of the house. The day will include a wattle and daub activity, dress up and hands-on items.

 

This tour will be held on Monday 10th November 2025, 10.00am to 12.00pm and is for children aged 6+.

Please email info@historicstafford.co.uk for more information and to book.

 

Please be aware that this tour is held across the three floors of the Ancient High House, up several flights of stairs. There are steps to enter into the building and then 17 more wide steps with a handrail between each floor. For toilets, the womens is on the first floor and the mens is on the second. Historic Stafford staff are always present to assist you if required.

Stafford Heritage Trail

Take a gentle stroll around Stafford with our knowledgeable guide to see the town in a new light. Learn about the secrets of the buildings and hear about colourful characters from the past.

The tour will last for approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Meet outside the Ancient High House at 10.30am.

Book your place by calling the Ancient High House on 01785 619 131 or by emailing info@historicstafford.co.uk

Exhibition – “All That Jazz” From Rehearsal to Performance

See the “Razzle Dazzle” that occurs from the rehearsal room to the stage!

This exhibition follows the journey taken from the first rehearsal to performance of musical “Chicago”, which was performed in 2024. Costumes and props will also be on display to provide a unique insight into the creation of a Youth Theatre production. In collaboration with Stafford Gatehouse Musicals Youth Theatre and professional photographer Maddie Hughes.

Donations are kindly accepted and will help support Gatehouse Youth Theatre.

The exhibition will be running during usual Ancient High House opening hours, Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4pm. Entrance is free.

Please be aware that this Exhibition is held on the first floor of the Ancient High House, up a flight of stairs. There are steps to enter into the building and then 17 more wide steps with a handrail to get to the first floor. For toilets, the womens is on the first floor too, a few feet from the Exhibition room. As for the mens, they will need to go up another flight of 17 steps to the second floor. Historic Stafford staff are always present to assist you if required.

Workshop – Craft, Catch-up and Coffee

Enjoy a relaxed social space with our new catch-up sessions for crafts, chatting and enjoying hot drinks. Bring along any unfinished embroidery or knitting projects that you are working on, or bring something new that you would like to start. Guidance and refreshments will be provided; however, attendees will need to bring their own materials and equipment (no electrical items, hand crafts only please).

Please book your space soon as spaces are limited.

Please note: no refunds can be given for a cancellation within 7 days of the workshop.

Adults only.

Book your place by calling on 01785 619131 or visit us at the Ancient High House. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces.

Please be aware that this workshop is held on the first floor of the Ancient High House, up a flight of stairs. There are steps to enter into the building and then 17 more wide steps with a handrail to get to the first floor. For toilets, the womens is on the first floor too, a few feet from the Workshop room. As for the mens, they will need to go up another flight of 17 steps to the second floor. Historic Stafford staff are always present to assist you if required.

Workshop – INTRODUCTORY Craft, Catch-up and Coffee

Enjoy a relaxed social space with this free catch-up sessions for crafts, chatting and enjoying hot drinks. Bring along any hand-crafting projects such as embroidery or knitting that you are working on, or bring something new that you would like to start. This is a regular workshop that is currently on once a month, and usually costs £5, however, this free session gives you the opportunity to try it and see if it’s for you.

Guidance and refreshments will be provided; however, attendees will need to bring their own materials and equipment (no electrical items, hand crafts only please).

Please book your space soon as spaces are limited.

Adults only.

Book your place by calling on 01785 619131 or visit us at the Ancient High House. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces.

Please be aware that this workshop is held on the first floor of the Ancient High House, up a flight of stairs. There are steps to enter into the building and then 17 more wide steps with a handrail to get to the first floor. For toilets, the womens is on the first floor too, a few feet from the Workshop room. As for the mens, they will need to go up another flight of 17 steps to the second floor. Historic Stafford staff are always present to assist you if required.