History Talks - Father John Huddleston
This Heritage Weekend, join us at Moseley Old Hall for a pop-up talk led by one of our knowledgeable volunteers.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
This Heritage Weekend, join us at Moseley Old Hall for a pop-up talk led by one of our knowledgeable volunteers.
This talk will focus on the life of Catholic priest John Huddleston who sheltered here at Moseley for a while and who was present when Charles II came here in 1651. His later role at Charles‘s death bed in 1685. Learn how a chance discovery in a Liverpool bookshop led to an important book coming to Moseley.
Talks will be held at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm and 2pm.
Each talk will last approximately 20 minutes.
No extra cost for talks, no booking required but spaces are limited.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Everyone welcome
- Meeting point
Please check in at Visitor Reception on arrival and you will be directed to the talk location in the Cowshed.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather of the day, but the cowshed can be a little chilly.
- Accessibility
The cowshed has step-free access, but is via cobbled ground and a grassed slope which may become slippery if wet.
Upcoming events
Summer of Play at Moseley Old Hall
Come and enjoy our Summer of Play adventures this season! Take part in traditional games, crafts and nature-based activities this summer holiday at Moseley Old Hall.
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Living History Weekend at Moseley Old Hall: The King's Escape
Join the Sealed Knot on 6 & 7 September for a weekend of 1651 living history! See musket & pike drills, meet soldiers & civilians, hear drums, and discover the real story of the King's escape and life in the 17th century.
Heritage Open Days Apple Harvest Weekend - free admission
Step into history this Heritage Open Days weekend at Moseley Old Hall on 13 & 14 September. Enjoy free entry, explore a 17th-century farmhouse, taste heritage apples, join family games and don’t miss talks on the intriguing story of John Huddleston.