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Visit Gainsborough Old Hall and step back into the past. This magnificent medieval manor is one of the best in the country and an evocative reminder of days gone by.
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Gainsborough Old Hall

Gainsborough Old Hall
View from the south of the east Range and Tower. (c) Jonathan Bailey; English Heritage

A little-known gem, Gainsborough Old Hall is among the best-preserved medieval manor houses in England. Partly brick and partly timber-framed, and mainly later 15th century with Elizabethan additions, it has a kitchen with an enormous fireplace, a noble great hall, and an imposing lodgings tower.

What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar-31 Oct 10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Sat.
  1pm-4pm Sun.
1 Nov-31 Mar 10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Sat.
Closed 24-26, 31 Dec and 1 Jan    
Details:
Small charge to special events for EH members. Discount for groupsof 30 or more

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.80
Children:
£2.60
Concession:
£2.60
English Heritage Members:
Small charge to special events for EH members. - Join English Heritage
Other:
Family Ticket: £10.00
Details:
Discount for groups of 30 or more

How do I get there?

Address:
Lincolnshire - DN21 2NB
Road Access:
In Gainsborough, opposite the library
Train Access:
Gainsborough Central 1⁄2 mile, Gainsborough Lea Road 1 mile
Bus Access:
From surrounding areas
Map Location:
Telephone:
01427 612669

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Suitable for people with disabilities Guidebooks No dogs allowed Audio tours (included in admission price) Tea Room Male Toilets Female Toilets
Facilities Details:
Toilets: Key available at house to nearby adapted toilet with level access (500m).
Exhibition: Pilgrim exhibition on ground floor.
Shop: Accessible via ramp.
Access:
Access to house: Via level tarmac path. All ground floor rooms are accessible to wheelchair users; ramps provided.
Grounds: All accessible on tarmac paths and smooth grass.
Parking:
800m from entrance on level road and paths.

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
Discounts for groups of 30 or more

Further Info

Disabled access (most of ground floor).