Gainsborough Old Hall is over 500 years old and is one of the most impressive and best preserved timber framed medieval manor houses in the UK.

Gainsborough Old Hall Gainsborough, Lincolnshire

Described as a “hidden gem in Lincolnshire” this unique attraction boasts connections with Richard III, Henry VIII, John Wesley and the Pilgrim Fathers.

Let one of our costumed guides transport you back in time with tales of royal visits and intrigue.

Enjoy lunch or afternoon tea in this wonderful historic setting in our very own, award winning, Chambers Coffee Shop.

Gainsborough Old Hall has it all. Come, hear the stories and marvel at the building.

Tour 1 - Through The AgesPrepare to be transported back to the time of the Wars of the Roses. Hear the tale of how Lord Burgh built the Hall around 1460 and the wonderful characters it has played host to over the years, including Richard III and Henry VIII. Be escorted through the Great Hall and one of the finest medieval kitchens in the country to the Victorian Ballroom and the 19th century masonic lodge.

Tour 2 - Pilgrim Fathers Against the back drop of this magnificent medieval manor house the roots of the English Reformation and the New World are firmly planted. From Bible smuggling in the reign of Henry VIII, persecution under Bloody Queen Mary, and exploration under Elizabeth I, the Hickman family played their part. Under their protection, a band of Separatists found shelter here, many of whom went on to become Mayflower Pilgrims.

Bring History to Life with a Costume Guided Tour

Admission: Adults £6.50 Concessions: £4.50 Costumed Guided Tour: £1.75 per person

Prices & Discounts For groups of 15 visitors or more paying together we offer: • 10% discount off the adult & concession admission prices • Free entry for one tour leader • Free entry & free lunch for one coach driver at our very own Coffee Shop

For information on opening times visit www.gainsborougholdhall.com To book call us on 01427 677348

Choose one of two costumed guided tours:

Enjoy free parking at Marshall’s Yard and take a short stroll through Gainsborough town centre to reach Gainsborough Old Hall. Coach pick up from the Old Hall following your tour.

See the website www.marshallsyard.co.uk for more information on specialist markets and events held throughout the year.

Something for everyoneEnjoy a Day out in Gainsborough in Lincolnshire and combine cultural pursuits...With a spot of retail therapy!

Combine your visit to the Old Hall with some leisure time at Marshall’s Yard shopping centre. Within easy walking distance of The Old Hall, Marshall’s Yard is housed within the former site of the Marshall’s engineering works, the site is steeped in industrial heritage and has been sensitively restored and developed into an award winning shopping centre. More than 30 fantastic stores including M&S Simply Food, Next and Laura Ashley alongside flagship independent businesses Browns department store and Chic. An Italian restaurant, coffee shops, health club, beauty salon and landscaped plaza means it’s all in one place.

As you stroll between Marshall’s Yard and the Old Hall take some time to explore Gainsborough’s Town Centre and you will find a wide selection of shops from national chains to independent boutiques. From clothing and gifts to antiques and furniture; you’re sure to find what you are looking for here in Gainsborough. The town centre also boasts a range of eating options, from quaint coffee shops to restaurants. Venture from the Market Place to Trinity Street and Church Street and you will find a variety of specialist shops including fishing, cycling and beauty salons.

Visit on a Tuesday or Saturday and enjoy the bustling market in the town centre, stalls offer everything from greeting cards to fresh local produce!