National Trust - Packwood House
About This Museum
Tucked away down a leafy Warwickshire lane, Packwood House feels more like a secret you've stumbled upon than a museum. Stepping inside is like walking into a beautifully preserved time capsule, where the air smells faintly of old wood and beeswax. The rooms aren't just staged; they feel genuinely lived-in, filled with the very furniture and tapestries that have been here for centuries. And then you look out the window to see the garden's famous topiary, a living sculpture park that tells its own biblical story.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the incredible 16th-century Flemish tapestries hanging in the Great Hall—the colors are still remarkably vivid. The real stars for many, though, are the 'Apostles' and 'Sermon on the Mount' yew trees in the garden, a truly unique example of living art that has been carefully shaped over generations.
Visitor Information
It's run by the National Trust, so members get in free. The house has its original Tudor floors and narrow staircases, which just adds to the charm but means some areas might be tricky for those with limited mobility. Do check their website before you visit as opening times can change with the seasons.
Architecture & Building
A wonderfully atmospheric Tudor manor house that's been lovingly restored, showing off its original timber-framed structure and mullioned windows.
Contact & Location
Address: Solihull, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1564 782024
Website: Visit Website
