Discover Himley: History and Parkland

Himley offers a range of interests for visitors: the architectural history of Himley Hall, the parkland designed by Capability Brown, golf, exhibitions, historic places and an annual fireworks display. You can decide first whether history, a round of golf or a particular event date will determine your trip.

Himley Hall and Parkland

Himley Hall is an early 18th-century country house listed at Grade II*. William Atkinson extended the building from 1824 to 1827. It stands in 180 acres of parkland designed by Capability Brown. The building and landscape therefore offer two connected but distinct perspectives: the development of a country house and the design of a park.

Exhibitions and Afternoon Tea

In spring and summer, Himley Hall hosts exhibitions of art, photography and crafts. The programme may change; if a particular exhibition is to shape your visit, check the dates in advance.

The Coffee Lounge at Himley Hall serves Afternoon Tea with freshly prepared sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and small cakes. You can choose tea, coffee or a soft drink to go with it. If Afternoon Tea is part of your plans, check booking requirements and availability in advance, as both may change.

Golf, events and a walking route section

Himley Hall Pay and Play Golf has a course open year-round, with nine or 18 holes and a par of 70. The two hole counts offer different lengths of play; par 70 provides further factual detail about the course. Check local conditions before travelling if golf is the main reason for your trip.

A musical fireworks display is held annually on the grounds of Himley Park. The dates vary. If this event is central to your visit, check the date before travelling.

A section of the South Staffordshire Railway Walk runs south from Common Road towards Himley Plantation.

Church, Plantation and local history

The Church of St Michael and All Angels is a parish church dated 1764. Himley Plantation dates from the 18th century and was once part of the Earl of Dudley’s estate. Another historical episode concerns Himley itself: in 1934, the Duke and Duchess of Kent spent the first two weeks of their honeymoon in Himley. This timeline spans the 18th century, the extension of Himley Hall from 1824 to 1827, and the honeymoon in 1934.

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The exhibitions run in spring and summer; the fireworks display takes place annually, but on varying dates. The golf course is open year-round. If a particular event is the deciding factor, check its date. If you are planning Afternoon Tea, check booking requirements and availability.

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