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Brockhampton's 600th anniversary celebrations

The Gatehouse, moat and Lower Brockhampton House, the medieval manor house on the Brockhampton Estate in Herefordshire
The Gatehouse, moat and Lower Brockhampton House, the medieval manor house on the Brockhampton Estate | © National Trust Images/Robert Morris

In 2025, Brockhampton manor house will be celebrating its 600-year anniversary, having been constructed in 1425. Find out what's on and how we're celebrating throughout the year.

Believed to have been built for the Domulton family in 1425, the timber-framed manor house sits at the heart of the estate. Agricultural productivity and rural life underpins its history and we'll be drawing on this incredible history with celebrations all year.

Events at Brockhampton

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the vibrant life of rural Herefordshire as we celebrate Brockhampton's 600th birthday.

Celebrating the medieval calendar - Discover a series of exhibitions and hands-on demonstrations that bring to life the historic traditions and monthly tasks of ordinary people, as depicted in illustrated medieval calendars. From labours of the month to celebratorary feasts and more, soak up the atmosphere of medieval life at Brockhampton.

Family adventures - Discover fun-filled trails during each school holiday, from Easter and May half-term to a Summer of Play, October half-term, and Christmas - each trail connects to the nature rich, historic landscape at Brockhampton.

Spring blossom - Throughout spring we're celebrating Brockhampton's extensive orchards with blossom-themed crafts, tours, talks, and events.

Year-round activities - Learn something new with orchard talks, pond dipping, apple pressing, lavender bag making and much more.

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Find out more about these events and more by checking the continually updating list of events.