2024 OPEN SEASON
THURSDAY 28TH MARCH – SUNDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
The House, Gardens and Tearoom will be open Thursday – Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays (subject to closures for private events below). Further details of opening times can be found below.
PLEASE SEE OUR SPECIAL EVENTS PAGE FOR MORE DETAILS OF DATES PRIOR TO OUR OPEN SEASON
CLOSURES FOR PRIVATE EVENTS
Friday 27th & Saturday 28th September
SITE ADMISSION FEE APPLIES TO ALL VISITORS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
- The third Sunday of every month (Monthly Farmers’ Market)
- Sunday 8th September – Motorcycle Sprint
GUIDED HOUSE TOURS: Thursday, Friday & Sunday
11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
Pre-booking recommended, tickets on arrival are subject to availability.
Join one of our terrific tours and travel through time. Be entranced by the stories of a house and a family. The tours span almost 1000 years of history witnessed on this one, hilltop site. From William the Conqueror through to modern times the Tower has witnessed the lives of the de Hoghton family and welcomed many famous visitors. It is said that some of these people still make their spectral presence felt on occasions around the house. Let our knowledgeable and friendly guides lead you through history at Hoghton Tower.
The guided tour lasts approximately 1½ hours and includes the State Bedroom, the Ballroom and magnificent Banqueting Hall as well as a host of other rooms, all with their own amazing stories.
UNGUIDED HOUSE VISIT: Saturday only
11th May – 28th September 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)
Visit the house and discover this historic building at your leisure. You have the option to download the ‘Live Beacon’ app on to your own mobile device to read about the fascinating history of this iconic building: almost 1000 years of history witnessed on this one, hilltop site. From William the Conqueror through to modern times the Tower has witnessed the lives of the de Hoghton family and welcomed many famous visitors. Alternatively, browse the notes that you will find in each room or chat with our friendly volunteers around the house who will be happy to share some of the stories from history with you.
GARDENS: Thursday – Sunday
2nd May – 29th September 11am – 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of our gardens for a break from the world!
Follow the winding escarpment lined with giant beech trees, ancient moss-covered walls and spring snowdrops and daffodils along the north side of the Tower. Look right to find the stonemason’s name concealed in the randomly-sized stones. As you pass through the ancient doorway, notice the oak trees planted by royalty on either side of you. Discover now three separate, very different walled gardens as narrow openings lead from one to another, almost as if you are walking into different open-air rooms.
DOLLS’ HOUSE COLLECTION: Selected dates only
Thursday 11th July: 11:30am & 1:30pm
Thursday 18th July: 11:30am & 1:30pm
Sunday 21st July: 11:30am & 1:30pm (Site Admission Fee also applies due to Farmers’ Market)
Friday 26th July: 11:30am & 1:30pm
Dates in August will be released soon.
There’s something timelessly fascinating about the magical, miniature world of the dolls’ house, and we have plenty of vintage ones to exercise your imagination.
Peep through the tiny windows of over 70 of them, from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, and discover the detailed, immaculately-executed little worlds within. We’re grateful for the many kind donations we’ve received over the years which have enabled this one-of-a-kind exhibition to grow.
Capacity is strictly limited, pre-booking strongly advised to avoid disappointment.
TEAROOM: Thursday – Sunday
2nd May – 29th September 11am – 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Our welcoming Tea Room proudly serves one of the best afternoon teas in Lancashire as well as a range of other delicious snacks and refreshments. After you’ve explored the house and gardens, enjoy a selection of mouth-watering sandwiches, homemade scones, or just a warming hot drink in the historical surroundings of our Tea Room.
Pre booking essential for Afternoon Tea.
Looking for a special gift?
Why not purchase a gift voucher to treat someone to a delicious afternoon tea when our house open season begins? You can make it extra special by adding prosecco or a guided tour of this beautiful Tudor Elizabethan manor house.
Do you have a voucher that you would like to redeem?
If you have a voucher that you would like to redeem, please email us: mail@hoghtontower.co.uk
