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Visitors in the kitchens of Preston Manor 

What to see  

Preston Manor was home to the Stanford family for over 130 years and evokes a wonderful atmosphere of Edwardian living.

Decorated and furnished in the style of the early 20th century with many original exhibits, there are over  20 rooms to visit:


 
  • elegant reception rooms and bedrooms
  • kitchens, sculleries and pantries
  • servants’ quarters
  • a child’s nursery
 The Drawing Room of Preston Manor

You can also wander outside and enjoy the delightful walled garden.


Find out: 

 
  • how the lady of the house enjoyed her Morning Room
  • why brass beds were so popular throughout the 19th century
  • what the Bells Passage was used for
  • the function of a Boot Hall

 The Morning Room of Preston Manor

Ghosts

Ghostly sightings and supernatural experiences go back through history and the Manor regularly hosts Ghost Tours.  Find out more about ghosts at Preston Manor.


Schools

Find out more about one of our most popular sessions for Schools Victorian Role Play at Preston Manor.


St Peters Church

No longer used as a place of worship, though still a consecrated building.  St Peter's is now cared for by The Churches Conservation Trust, with the help of the Friends of St Peter's. Find out more here


New for 2011: Preston Manor 1920

Several new displays have been introduced to the manor for 2011. These include new text panels in the rooms, a display of spirit photographs from the collections of the Royal Pavilion and Museums, and a short introductory film. This film provides a glimpse of life at Preston Manor while the Thomas-Stanfords were in residence. 

History of Preston Manor

History of Preston Manor

Since the death of Ellen and Charles Thomas-Stanford in 1932, the house has been under the ownership of the local council and has remained a living testament to the Stanford family and a reflection of their daily lives.

 
 
 

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