The Vault is Open: Access Heritage Tours

About this event

For centuries, Soulton Hall has been more than a home; it is a coded message in stone, designed by Sir Rowland Hill during a time of great peril. Our walls hold defiance, sanctuary, and the dawn of the Elizabethan Golden Age. Join us for an intimate tour, typically led by a member of the family. Should they be unavailable, the tour will be led by one of our expert historians, guaranteeing an authoritative and insightful experience. You will step beyond the usual view to discover the building’s deeply layered, sometimes secret, heritage. These tours are your chance to unravel the truth, stand in the footsteps of history, and explore a tangible connection to the Tudor and Elizabethan periods. Shakespeare, Sanctuary, and the Golden Age Soulton Hall is a tangible connection to the Tudor Period and the Elizabethan Golden Age. Sir Rowland, a pivotal figure on the Privy Councils of four monarchs, defied oppression by transforming his home into a clandestine base for work on publishing the Geneva Bible and the settelement it was delivered in to. The house’s unique history and artistic network inspired William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, As You Like It.