The Master's House, Ledbury
The Master's House, St. Katherines, High Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1EA
The Master's House built in 1487 has been at the centre of Ledbury life for more than 500 years. At its heart is the original timber frame Tudor Hall House but throughout its 500 years of history there have been many adaptations and additions. Originally a home for the Master of St Katherine's Hospital (founded 1281), successive occupants have altered it to suit their own needs. The building you see today is a product of all these changes, with the modern restoration carried out between 2011 and 2015 revealing the many faceted story of the Master's House.
The Friends of the Master's House; a small dedicated band of volunteers will be on hand on Saturday 20 September 9.30am to 12.30pm to offer guidance and give ad hoc tours of the House including viewing the magnificent roof from the balcony and a glimpse of St Katherine's chapel in the original Hospital (areas not usually open to the public).
During the rest of Heritage Open Days a self guide leaflet will be available from the sales cart in the Great Hall so that you can explore this special building for yourself (please check Library opening times).
This year the Master's House and Ledbury Library are celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the completion of the modern restoration and the opening of the Library. Visit the Panelled Room to see a special exhibition of photographs telling the story of this restoration and a short film illustrating the history of the Master's House and all the changes made since 1487.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 20 September:
- 09.30- 12.30
Location & directions
The Master's House, St. Katherines, High Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1EA
- Directions:
- The Master's House can be found in the centre of Ledbury, in the middle of the town's main car park called St Katherine's Car Park.
- Contact on day:
- Ledbury Library
- Telephone number:
- +441432383499
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The Upper floor of the Master's House may be difficult for wheelchair users.
Additional information
The Master's House is also Ledbury's Library and so if visiting on other days than 20 September, please check Library opening hours (open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday morning).
- Max no of people per tour:
- 10
