Welcome to Pool House
A Marvellous Collection of Curiosities
Part museum, part comfy home, this quaint, beautifully decorated house has a long history in which it has welcomed film stars, writers, musicians, and war heroes, and now it is opening its doors to you.
Once home to Victorian gentry, later requisitioned for the war effort, its walls are packed full of delightful ephemera, novelties, and knick-knacks, each with a story to tell.
Last day of the season will be 30th October.
Winter season will begin on 13th November.
Tour Times
April to October (Mon & Weds)
4:30 pm tour (approx 1 hour)
Adult £12.50; family ticket (up to 2 children) £30; one parent family (up to 2 children) £25; children under 5 free
House & Cafe closed Fridays & Saturdays.
Advance booking Recommended for tours
Special tours
On the second Thursday of each month at 4:30 pm we offer a “spooky tour” (2 hours). Hear about our ghosts, local folklore, murders and mayhem (not suitable for under 14s). £25 per person.
WW2 Exhibition (Opening May 2025)
Sun: Noon to 3:00pm. Mon to Thurs: 11:00am to 3:00pm. Adult £8; under 18s £4; under 12s free; concession £6 (over 65s)
Winter Opening Hours (from 13th November):
Cafe and WW2 Exhibition only: Thursdays and Fridays: 11:00am to 3:00pm
North by Northwest Cafe
An enticing selection of tasty treats.
Our billiard room cafe offers a taste of the eclectic interior of Pool House as well as delicious home baking, nourishing soups, sandwiches and salads all under the watchful eye of Ajax, our ship’s figurehead. Linger a while in the Victorian Curiosity Cabinet and you may find the unique gift or memento you have been looking for. Before you leave, rub the head of Shou Lao to give you long life!
Café Opening Times
April – October
Sun: Noon to 3:00pm. Mon to Thurs: 11:00am to 3:00pm.
Closed Fridays & Saturdays
Winter Opening Times (from 13th November): Open Thursdays & Fridays 11:00am to 3:00pm
Get Close to History
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Access restrictions
While our Café has disabled access we regret that as Pool House is a historic property there is no disabled access on the tours and no disabled toilets.
Please be aware that tours involve two staircases, and other steps which may pose problems if you have mobility issues.
Photography
You may take photographs for your own personal use, but flash photography is not allowed, nor is photography for commercial purposes.