Boscobel House and The Royal Oak | English Heritage

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Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Open daily 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4pm)
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Address
Brewood, Bishop's Wood, Shropshire, ST19 9AR
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Boscobel House and its Royal Oak tree played a starring role in English history when, in 1651, it became a refuge for Charles II. He was fleeing for his life after his Civil War defeat at the Battle of Worcester.
You’ll learn how Charles hid for 14 hours in the Royal Oak before spending a cramped night in a still-visible priest’s hole. There are lots of fun interactive touches to help families follow the king’s story.
Head outside into the period garden, where there’s a winding willow tunnel to explore, and a tree-themed playground near the tearoom.
A pretty, 20-minute walk takes you to White Ladies Priory, another of Charles II’s refuges.
Boscobel House has been awarded a Silver Green Impact Award.
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What's On
Thu 18 Jun 2026
5.30 - 7pm
Food and drink at Boscobel House
After hiding and seeking in the house and gardens, head to the Coffee House in the stables to choose from a delicious range of hot and cold drinks, indulgent cakes, cream teas and ice creams. We even stock tasty treats for your four-legged friends.
Things to See and Do
The Royal Oak
Boscobel House
Victorian Farmyard
Play Area and Trail
17-Century Garden
Costumed Storytellers
White Ladies Priory
The sights and sounds of Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Watch drone footage from Boscobel before you plan your visit.
Boscobel on the English Heritage Podcast
Join site manager Daisy Lambert, garden supervisor Andrew Degg and national project manager Tracy Simmons to find out about Boscobel's royal history. How did Charles II end up seeking sanctuary here and what was the state of England at the time?
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White Ladies Priory
0.62 miles from Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Lilleshall Abbey
7.21 miles from Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Iron Bridge
10.49 miles from Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Similar Places
JW Evans Silver Factory
18.95 miles from Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Witley Court and Gardens
27.15 miles from Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Hob Hurst's House
47.1 miles from Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
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