The Ancient High House, located in Stafford's busy town centre, was constructed in 1595 by the Dorrington family.
In the 17th century the house was occupied by Richard Sneyd, a member of one of Staffordshire's most important families, and in 1642 King Charles I stayed here as his guest.
Today, over 400 years since it was built, The Ancient High House is still a spectacular sight on Stafford's skyline. The impressive building is the largest timber-framed town house in England.
The Ancient High House is now owned by Stafford Borough Council and is a registered museum.
The museum displays are set out as period room settings representing aspects of The Ancient High House's history. The top floor houses the Staffordshire Yeomanry Museum.
