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Follow in Shakespeare's footsteps and visit one of Lancashire's finest Tudor buildings

Rufford Old Hall - home to the Heskeths for 500 years - and its Great Hall was once the stage for a young William Shakespeare before he was famous.

Fantastic furniture, arms, armour and tapestries sweep through the halland history springs in to life in the Hesketh's dining room, its food laiden table, lit candles and 'fire in the hearth' waiting to welcome the family's dinner guests.

Stroll through Rufford's glorious Victorian and Edwardian gardens - and remember your only a few feet (or meters) above sea level - making Rufford one of the lowest lying National Trust gardens in England.

Upcoming events: vintage fete

Family enjoying an event in the gardens at Rufford Old Hall © David Jones Photography

Tuesday 5 June, 11am - 5pm

Join us as we string out the bunting and serve up the pimms for a summer celebration to mark the Diamond Jubilee.

See our events lists for further details on this and our other exciting events.

Lancashire treats in our tea-room

A delicious 'high tea' as served in our tea-room © Carla Maloco

Sample our warming Lancashire Hot Pot or enjoy a delicious 'high tea' with freshly made scones.

You'll find there is something delicious to tempt you on our menu.

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