King Charles II spent two nights at the hall while fleeing Parliamentary forces, disguised as a servant.
The original bedstead used by the King is on display, though it was moved from the room where he actually slept for preservation.
The house was encased in brick in the 19th century to protect the timber frame, concealing its Elizabethan appearance until the 20th century.
The knot garden is based on 17th-century gardening manuals and features culinary and medicinal herbs common to the era.
The priest hole is still accessible, providing a claustrophobic view of the hiding methods used by Royalist sympathizers.
Moseley Old Hall is an Elizabethan timber-framed house best known for sheltering King Charles II following his defeat at the Battle of Worcester in 1651. The structure retains its original priest hole, a concealed chamber used to hide clergy and the King during periods of religious and political persecution. The estate features a 17th-century style knot garden designed with box hedges in intricate geometric patterns. Visitors can view the actual wooden bedstead used by the King during his stay. The site is managed by the National Trust and is located in rural Staffordshire near Wolverhampton. The property includes historical orchards and woodland trails reflecting the landscape of the 17th century.
From the raised viewing area looking down into the center of the knot garden.
Walk the perimeter of the knot garden to appreciate the geometric design from the raised viewing paths.
Ask the room guides about the specific restoration process that uncovered the original timber beams.
Check the National Trust app for seasonal trail maps before arriving.
Don't mistake the modern brick exterior for the house's original age; the interior structure is significantly older.
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays during the winter season.
Avoid touching the historic timber surfaces and fabrics; use indoor voice volumes in the confined rooms.
