The only one of its kind open to the public, this beautiful 15th century Wealden hall house stands in a traditional cottage garden on the edge of the Ashdown Forest in picturesque West Hoathly.

The house was owned in turn by Henry VIII, Thomas Cromwell, Anne of Cleves, Mary I and Elizabeth I. It is now furnished with 17th & 18th century country furniture and domestic objects while the garden is planted with over 170 culinary, medicinal & household herbs. The resident curator gives fascinating tours of the house and garden if requested and you are welcome to bring a picnic to eat in the cottage garden. Download a property leaflet.

Plan your visit: Practicalities, Families, Schools, Adult Group Visits & Tours.

Open: March to October 10.30am to 5.30pm. Sunday 12pm opening. Closed Mondays except during August and Bank Holidays.

Admission 2012: Adult £3.75, child £1.75, concessions £3.25. Garden only £1.00.

Contact: The Priest House, North Lane, West Hoathly, West Sussex, RH19 4PP.

Tel: 01342 810479,  email.