Front view of brick-built Jacobean hall

Aston Hall

Discover one of Birmingham’s most iconic buildings. It's one of the last great houses built in the Jacobean style, it’s also said to be one of the most haunted buildings in the UK.

What's on

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    Astonishingly Aston Friday Tour , at Aston Hall.

    Selected Fridays
    A guided tour of Aston Hall with a changing schedule of exciting and interesting tours.
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  2. Front view of brick-built Jacobean hall

    Dreams and Schemes of the Aston Gentry , at Aston Hall.

    From Sir Thomas Holte to James Watt Junior, an illustrated talk about the lives and aspirations of the Aston Gentry.
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Dining room with wooden table and chairs, ornate plaster ceiling, large fireplace and tapestry on the wall.

About

Designed by John Thorpe and built by Sir Thomas Holte between 1618 to 1635, Aston Hall is packed to the rafters with architectural gems and historical treasures, including the breath-taking Long Gallery and the great oak staircase, which still shows the battle scars of the English Civil War.

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What to see

Visitors in the a bedroom with four poster bed.

The house

There are over 30 rooms to explore including King Charles’ Chamber and the breath-taking Long Gallery.
Pathway, grass and trees in the garden, with Aston Hall Jacobean house in background.

The gardens

The gardens at Aston Hall are free to visit during opening hours.
A wooden staircase with a semi-circular shaped hole in part of it.

English Civil War

Discover Aston Hall’s experience during the English Civil War.
Visitors in the a great hall with stone floor, wood panelled wall and ornate ceiling. A large fireplace is behind the visitors.

Ticket prices and information

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Plan your visit

Exterior view of the rear of a Jacobean Hall and flower garden

How to get here

Aston Hall opening times

Open Friday - Sunday, 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)* 

  • Gardens are free to visit from 11am-4pm.
  • Admission charges apply to enter the Hall.

Pre-booking advised.

*On Aston Villa FC home match / event days, there are road closures in the area and our car park is closed - find out more. Aston Hall may sometimes close for private hire.

Closed: bank holiday Mondays and 28 August.

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School visits

We are pleased to offer schools visits to Aston Hall.
Two visitors in the a Long Gallery with wood panelled walls and ornate ceiling.

Venue hire

This stunning mansion can be hired for meetings, conferences, drinks receptions, filming and photography shoots.
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Weddings

Aston Hall is a breath-taking location for your wedding day.

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Address: Aston Hall, Trinity Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 6JD.