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Historic house · Eccles, England
Ordsall Hall
A Tudor manor house in Salford, with medieval elements, a main hall from the early 16th century and gardens. For centuries it was the home of the Radclyffe family and today it is a municipal museum.
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About Ordsall Hall
Ordsall Hall is a Tudor manor house in the Ordsall district of Salford, near Salford Quays. The oldest parts date back to the medieval period, and the site is protected as a Grade I listed building.
The property passed to the Radclyffe family in the 14th century and remained with them for about three centuries. The great hall, with its timber frame, dates from the early 16th century. After the Radclyffes the house had many uses — from private residence to school and workers’ club — until it was bought by Salford Corporation in the early 20th century.
A local tradition links the house to the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, but there is no documentary evidence to confirm this. Today Ordsall Hall operates as a museum, with furnished rooms, exhibitions on the history of the house and of Salford, and period gardens.
The visit pairs well with Salford Quays and The Lowry, a few minutes away.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour to an hour and a half for the house and gardens.
Best time
During daytime, on the museum’s opening days which vary throughout the year; check before you go. The gardens are most colourful in spring and summer.
How to get there
It is on Ordsall Lane in Salford, about 4 km from Eccles. You can reach it by local bus or on foot from the Salford Quays tram stops.
Tip
Combine the visit with Salford Quays and The Lowry on the same day; the three are close to one another.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Ordsall Hall
What era is Ordsall Hall from?
The oldest parts are medieval, and the great hall dates from the early 16th century, when the house belonged to the Radclyffe family.
Is Ordsall Hall connected to the Gunpowder Plot?
Local tradition says yes, but there is no documentary proof. The museum presents the story as legend.
How long does a visit to Ordsall Hall take?
About an hour and a half for the rooms, exhibitions and gardens.