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Harvington Hall

Harvington, United Kingdom•4.8(1.2k)•Historic House, Museum

Explore a beautifully preserved Elizabethan manor with seven priest hides, rare wall paintings, and enthralling tales of Catholic history in the Worcestershire countryside.

Harvington Hall is a stunning historic house nestled in the Worcestershire countryside, offering families a fascinating journey through English Catholic history. The house features an exceptional collection of seven priest hides—more than any other house in England—along with impressive rare Elizabethan wall paintings and numerous historical artifacts that bring stories of devotion and persecution to life. Visitors can explore the near-untouched interior at their own pace, discovering the architectural ingenuity of hidden chambers and learning about the remarkable people who once lived here. The venue is particularly suitable for families with children interested in history, as well as school groups and heritage enthusiasts seeking an authentic educational experience. Harvington Hall operates Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 16:30, with special events throughout the year including candlelight tours and Elizabethan Christmas celebrations. The grounds include gardens open to visitors, and The Malt House Coffee Shop (operated by The Sticky Fig Catering Co.) serves artisan coffee, homemade cakes, sandwiches, and freshly baked breads. Booking is required for visits, and group tours are available for schools and organized parties.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 16:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 16:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 16:00
Friday: 10:00 – 16:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in or book in advance

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

The Malt House Coffee Shop

Artisan coffee shop serving espresso drinks, sandwiches, homemade cakes, freshly baked breads, and pre-packaged picnics and cream teas

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4.8(1.2k reviews)
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Richard Duce

Richard Duce

a month ago

Harvington Hall is an absolute treasure! Well worth a visit. A credit to Worcestershire and to the volunteers who work extremely hard to make this incredible house what it is. Special Mention to our friendly, approachable, knowledgeable and entertaining guide Lynne, Thank you very much for our tour. A guided tour is a must, 2 hours worth of history, intrigue, wonder and beauty. I would suggest that the tour may be a little too long for younger children however the grounds and house are delightful and would be fine for families to visit. The gift shop is well stocked and displays locally made produce, the Malt House Coffee shop looked very welcoming and had some delicious looking cakes, unfortunately we didn't have time to indulge this time, but we will return!! Harvington Hall also has events through the year such as Elizabethan living history events, Artisan Markets and Garden parties.

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mandy ellis

mandy ellis

2 months ago

Fantastic history, amazing place. Loved it. Definitely take a guided tour ( Mitch was a brilliant guide). Learned a lot...preist holes amazing to see....and so much more. Really felt all the staff loved the place and were proud of it. Gardens looking great

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Chris Palmer

Chris Palmer

2 months ago

Very informative tour guide who knew several histories: the persecution of the Catholics, the development of priest hides, Elizabethan construction and decoration and the ownership of the house. Everyone we met was very friendly including the manager. Tea shop was excellent. Grounds were very peaceful. We were able to do the full 75 minute tour of all floors using a walking stick as the stairs all have handholds, there are usually chairs to sit on in rooms where you stay longer.

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Mark Allen

Mark Allen

3 months ago

We had a lovely visit, they have restored many of the areas and there is a coffee shop who charge reasonable prices, this place is well worth the visit. Reasonable entry prices and plenty of parking, we chose the none tour guide option so that we could wonder at our pace.

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Chris Smith

Chris Smith

4 months ago

Well worth a visit. Has many original Elizabeth an features and lots of priest holes. Excellent guided tours. Highly recommended. Access is via narrow road.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

Events at Harvington Hall

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Harvington Hall

Is Harvington Hall free to visit?

Harvington Hall is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is Harvington Hall dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Harvington Hall.

Is there parking at Harvington Hall?

Yes, Harvington Hall has on-site parking.

Is there food at Harvington Hall?

Yes — The Malt House Coffee Shop is on site at Harvington Hall. Artisan coffee shop serving espresso drinks, sandwiches, homemade cakes, freshly baked breads, and pre-packaged picnics…

Is Harvington Hall pushchair-friendly?

Harvington Hall isn't the easiest for pushchairs, prams or buggies — stairs or uneven terrain may make a baby carrier a better option.

How long should we plan to spend at Harvington Hall?

Harvington Hall is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Harvington Hall by public transport?

Harvington Hall isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.

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