Eyam Hall facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Eyam Hall
Eyam Hall in 2017
OS grid reference	SK2165576485
Built for	John and Elizabeth Wright
Listed Building – Grade II*
Official name: Eyam Hall
Designated	29 September 1951
Reference no.	1334913
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Eyam Hall is a beautiful historic house located in the village of Eyam, Derbyshire. It stands to the west of St Lawrence's Church, Eyam. This special building is recognized as a Grade II* listed building on the National Heritage List for England. This means it's a very important historical building.

Eyam Hall was looked after by the National Trust for five years, from 2013 until 2018. Now, it is once again fully managed by the family who has owned it for centuries.

The Story of Eyam Hall

A Special Wedding Gift

Eyam Hall has a long and interesting history. It was built way back in 1671. The house was a very generous wedding present for John Wright and his new wife, Elizabeth. Imagine getting a whole house as a wedding gift!

A Family Home for Centuries

The Wright family has owned Eyam Hall for a very long time. Nine generations of the family have lived there! The family originally owned land in Eyam, but their main home was in Great Longstone. William Wright gave his land in Eyam to his son, Thomas. Thomas is believed to have built the first parts of the hall. Later, Thomas's son, John, made Eyam Hall the main home for his part of the family.

A Jacobean Manor House

Eyam Hall is a wonderful example of a Jacobean manor house. This means it was built during the time of King James I. It is made from gritstone, which is a type of strong rock. The house still looks much like it did hundreds of years ago. It shows us what homes were like in the 1600s.

National Trust and Beyond

In March 2013, the National Trust began leasing Eyam Hall. They helped look after the house and opened it to visitors. This lease lasted for five years. Since 2018, the Wright family has been fully in charge of the hall again. It continues to be a family home. It also hosts special events like weddings.

Visiting Eyam Hall

When Can You Visit?

Eyam Hall and its lovely garden are open to visitors at certain times of the year. It's a great place to explore and learn about history. You can check their official website to find out the exact opening dates and times.

Shops and Cafe

Next to Eyam Hall, there is a craft centre and a restaurant. These shops and the cafe are open almost all year round. They are usually open from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, except during January. It's a nice spot to grab a snack or find a unique gift after exploring the hall.

More to Explore

• Grade II* listed buildings in Derbyshire Dales
• Listed buildings in Eyam
• List of places in Derbyshire