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See and Do

Explore the buildings and gardens

The rooms are authentically furnished with an outstanding collection of textiles, ceramics and furniture, offering a fascinating insight into life in the 17th Century.

Gain an insight into life in rural 17th Century Staffordshire, in an age before the dramatic changes brought by the Industrial Age and see how the Tudors lived.

Nature and history, living side by side

Explore our gardens and discover how the Tudors used their gardens for many different uses like growing herbs and flowers for cooking and medicine.

Have a look at the Dovecote, Dovecotes were a symbol of wealth and power and were used to house doves and pigeons as a cheap source of winter food.

Experience Tudor life

Have fun dressing up in costume, learn about 17th Century toys and games, food and cooking or learn about crafts and even have a go at spinning.


See history come alive

We have a lively events programme throughout the year including: Living history, re-enactments and costumed events turn the clock back over 300 years. 

Revisiting the past

Ford green Hall has a diary of historical re-enactments and activities throughout the year to recreate elements of life in the 17th Century.