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The Hall is a Grade-I listed Jacobean mansion set within private gated grounds nestled in the picturesque town of Bradford on Avon that sits on the southern edge of the Cotswolds. Steeped in history and described as one of the finest houses in the West Country, this is a unique opportunity to stay on an enchanting estate. The Hall retains many of its original features including the three-gable south front which is notable for having “more glass than wall” and is an example of architectural brilliance of a bygone age.
Three newly refurbished spectacular bedrooms
The Hall boasts a collection of three self-contained bedrooms across three floors, each showcasing the narrative of the distinguished, illustrious, eccentric figures who once resided within. Allow yourself to be enveloped in timeless luxury and absorb the fascinating stories this 17th-century mansion whispers throughout its hallowed halls and reflected in the presentation of our lovingly refurbished spectacular bedrooms.
Eric
Found on the ground floor of the property, the Eric room was once the working office of Alex Moulton’s staff and has now been transformed into a unique, calm, and comfortable place to stay for a perfect night’s sleep.
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The namesake of the Eric room, Charles ‘Eric’ Moulton was the second son of John and Alice Blanche Moulton. Eric, as he was commonly known amongst close family members and friends was a serving second lieutenant and member of the 6th Wiltshire Regiment.
Following the declaration of war in 1914 between the Allied Powers and the Central Powers, Eric would be deployed to Northern France.
On the evening of 16th September 1915, the twenty-six-year-old was shot and fatally wounded.
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Inspired by the bravery and heroism of the patriotic young soldier, the Eric room uses colours from the Wiltshire Regiment uniform and has been uplifted with refurbished tables and chairs. Adding a new king-size bed with a deep tufted mattress, the Eric room features an ensuite green tiled shower room, converted from what once was a majestic fireplace that now includes a spacious rainfall shower.
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• King-size bed (sleeps two)
• Lounge area.
• Breakfast basket.
• Tea and coffee-making facilities.
• Mini fridge (stocked for your convenience)
• Private parking space set within the estate grounds.
• Complimentary fibre optic broadband Wi-Fi.
• Flatscreen smart television.
• Towels and bathrobes are supplied with fresh linen.
• Rooms are professionally cleaned before arrival.
• Guests can enter and exit the property via the provided digital key code.
• Respecting the history of the Hall, we appreciate your understanding that this space is reserved for adult guests only.
• While we adore our pets (especially dogs) for the comfort of all our guests and the preservation of the Hall, we kindly request that pets be left at home.
Kingston
Situated on the second floor of the property, the Kingston room features framed illustrations of the namesake of this captivating space, the Duchess of Kingston, notorious for being the first woman to be tried and convicted of bigamy in Great Britain In 1776, and who was a previous resident of The Hall.
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The Kingston room is aptly named after the self-styled Duchess of Kingston who would scandalise Georgian society after beginning an improper liaison with Evelyn Pierrepont, the 2nd Duke of Kingston.
In 1776, Elizabeth Chudleigh, the Duchess of Kingston would find herself on trial for the crime of bigamy. The trial was one of the sensations of the Georgian Age and took place in Westminster Palace in which thousands of tickets were sold with even Queen Charlotte in attendance, such was the notoriety.
Notorious for her topless masquerade costumes and about a decade younger than her Duke lover, the controversial couple would cohabit unmarried for close to 20 years before marrying in 1769.
The Duke was a prominent figure in the fashionable society of his day, famed also as an early excavator of The Roman Baths. As a young man, the Duke was reputed to be “the handsomest man in England” and was one of the most sought peers on the marriage market. So, it would come as a shock to the Georgian elite when he abruptly took up with Elizabeth Chudleigh, who was separated but still legally married to her husband, Augustus John Hervey.
The Hall has a storied history associated with the infamous couple after the Duke inherited the estate in 1722 from his mother, Rachel Baynton, the Duchess of Kingston. Renaming the estate Kingston Hall, the Duke would bequeath Elizabeth the property upon his death in 1773.
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A brightly coloured floral heritage wallpaper wraps around the chamber providing guests with a gorgeously cosy feel. Especially lovely is the sitting area with a restored sofa and chair, rescued and lovingly reupholstered. Also featured in the room is a restored carriage trunk from the late 19th century, recently discovered in the servant's quarters of the house.
Guests are invited to enjoy the charming iron-framed super king-size bed, featuring softly curving lines and delicate mouldings offering the deepest and most comfortable mattress for the best night’s sleep. The Kingston room is additionally furnished with a hardwood mahogany-stained two-door wardrobe alongside a warm elm vintage writing desk.
Take a luxuriating soak in the deep roll-top slipper bath in the exquisitely refurbished adjoining bathroom. This beautiful bathroom also features a walk-in gold rainfall shower finished in a deep blue tiled finish.
Enjoy a morning coffee and soak up the natural light that dazzles through the 17th-century-stained glass windows that overlook the pond quadrant garden.
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• King-size bed (sleeps two)
• Lounge area.
• Breakfast basket.
• Tea and coffee-making facilities.
• Mini fridge (stocked for your convenience)
• Private parking space set within the estate grounds.
• Complimentary fibre optic broadband Wi-Fi.
• Flatscreen smart television.
• Towels and bathrobes are supplied with fresh linen.
• Rooms are professionally cleaned before arrival.
• Guests can enter and exit the property via the provided digital key code.
• Respecting the history of the Hall, we appreciate your understanding that this space is reserved for adult guests only.
• While we adore our pets (especially dogs) for the comfort of all our guests and the preservation of the Hall, we kindly request that pets be left at home.
Moulton
Located on the third floor in the heart of the house and once occupied as Alex Moulton’s’ main bedroom, this stunning chamber presents guests with a truly memorable experience as Dr Moulton’s huge Mahogany 7ft wide four-poster bed welcomes awe-struck visitors.
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Alex Moulton innovated the automotive world with his ground-breaking rubber suspension systems which would go on to be installed in iconic vehicles such as the original Mini. However, the industrious engineer and inventor is best known for developing the Moulton bicycle, renowned for speed, efficiency, durability, and comfort and is still produced on the estate today.
After he died in 2012, Dr Moulton gifted the Hall to the Alex Moulton Charitable Trust. The Trust continues to preserve and maintain the Hall and its historic collections, showcasing engineering and design and promoting The Hall as a community hub and venue for guided tours, historical and educational talks, events, and luxurious stays.
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Lovingly restored and reupholstered, Dr Moulton's bed features a beautiful headboard and canopy, featuring a deep hand-tufted luxurious mattress with soft pillows for the perfect night’s sleep.
This magnificent bed is monumental, with plenty of room and comfort for you to stretch and relax in grandiose elegance, alongside the high ceiling and stained-glass windows which set the tone of this remarkable room.
The expansive interior is furnished with long draped curtains that complement the impressive wardrobe alongside a mahogany framed chaise lounge and hanging portrait of Dr Moulton.
Located on the Moulton landing is a private, white-tiled bathroom featuring a quality modern back-to-wall design close toilet and checkerboard tiles with premium quality rainfall shower.
A dedicated entrance to the Moulton room is decorated with portraits, certificates, and diplomas of the late Dr Alex Moulton and is a love letter to Moulton aficionados.
To stay in the Moulton room presents a unique opportunity, enveloping yourself in what was once Dr Moulton’s private bedroom, where he often spent considerable time reading, writing, and designing the next automotive innovation.
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• King-size bed (sleeps two)
• Lounge area.
• Breakfast basket.
• Tea and coffee-making facilities.
• Mini fridge (stocked for your convenience)
• Private parking space set within the estate grounds.
• Complimentary fibre optic broadband Wi-Fi.
• Flatscreen smart television.
• Towels and bathrobes are supplied with fresh linen.
• Rooms are professionally cleaned before arrival.
• Guests can enter and exit the property via the provided digital key code.
• Respecting the history of the Hall, we appreciate your understanding that this space is reserved for adult guests only.
• While we adore our pets (especially dogs) for the comfort of all our guests and the preservation of the Hall, we kindly request that pets be left at home.