The Medieval Merchant’s House is one of the oldest buildings of its kind in England. The building dates from the late 13th century and was restored in the 1980s and is now run by English Heritage.
Built in the 1290s, this timber-framed house bears witness to Southampton’s pivotal role as a thriving trading port during the medieval period. Its significance lies not only in its well-preserved architecture but also in the insights it provides into the world of medieval commerce.
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What to see at the Medieval Merchant’s House
The Medieval Merchant’s House offers not only a look inside a late-13th century house but you also get a look into the daily life of the family of a medieval merchant.
Visitors can explore the recreated rooms, from the warm and welcoming hall to the private chambers upstairs.
Visiting the Medieval Merchant’s House
The Medieval Merchant’s House is on French Street, just a short walk south of the city centre.
The house is open from April to September each year. Admission cost £5.90 and is free of charge for members of English Heritage.
Allow around an hour for your visit to the Medieval Merchant’s House.
Free entry to Medieval Merchant’s House with the English Heritage Overseas Visitors Pass
The English Heritage Overseas Visitors Pass gives you free entry to Medieval Merchant’s House and over 100 other historic buildings and monuments in England.
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