The Hall: A Jacobean Mansion - One Of England's Finest Historic Houses - Bradford on Avon

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  • Опубліковано 30 тра 2024
  • One of the Best Historic Houses in England can be found in Bradford on Avon, England. The Hall holds over 400 years of history in this Jacobean Historic House.
    Have you ever dreamt of wandering through historic houses, where grand architecture whispers tales of the past? Well, history buffs, prepare to be enthralled! We're about to embark on a journey to one of England's most captivating historic houses.
    To book a tour or stay for the night visit: moultontrust.org/
    Nestled in the heart of Wiltshire, this magnificent residence boasts a rich tapestry woven over centuries. The story begins in the 16th century, when the Hall family, prominent wool merchants, first laid the foundations. Over generations, The Hall witnessed the evolution of the Hall's fortunes, their influence on the town, and the changing architectural styles that shaped England's landscape.
    The next remarkable family to stamp its mark on the property were the Moulton Family. Not only did they shape Bradford on Avon, but two family members shaped the world!
    Stephen Moulton introduced vulcanised rubber to Britain, a revolutionary invention by Charles Goodyear. He played a key role in establishing the UK rubber industry.
    Alex Moulton's engineering expertise played a crucial role in the automotive industry. He developed the rubber suspension system used in the iconic Mini car launched in 1959. This clever design allowed the Mini's small size to coexist with excellent handling and a comfortable ride.
    He was equally famous for creating the revolutionary small-wheeled Moulton bicycle in the 1960s the biggest redesign of the bicycle for over 60 years! He was the final owner of the mansion.
    For this special video, we were honoured to be invited by the Alex Moulton Charitable Trust, the custodians of The Hall to stay for the weekend. This incredible opportunity allowed us exclusive access to explore the hidden nooks and crannies that most visitors to historic houses never get to see and even spend the night ALONE! in this wonderful property, 3 luxury rooms are now available to book overnight for incredible unique stays and we will share our experience.
    Prepare to be surprised as we unlock the secrets behind the grand facade, every corner unveils a new detail, piecing together the intricate puzzle of life at The Hall.
    To book a tour or stay for the night visit: moultontrust.org/
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    00:00 The Hall Bradford on Avon
    02:37 Alone at The Hall - Moulton Room
    06:18 The Hall Family History
    07:35 Renamed Kingston House?
    08:36 Kingston Room
    11:57 Decline of the Mansion
    13:32 Stephen Moulton to the rescue!
    15:16 Room by Room Tour
    17:59 Dr Alex Moulton Story
    32:37 Eric Room
    34:02 Highlights of the Gardens
    36:54 Moulton Bicycle Company Workshops
    39:08 Secret areas of the House!
    41:42 Moulton Family Graves
    #historichouses #countryhouse #englishcountryside

КОМЕНТАРІ • 152

  • @MemorySeekers
    @MemorySeekers  22 дні тому +14

    Continue your journey into the history of THE HALL!
    Visit the Alex Moulton Charitable Trust website to plan your own visit, tour, or even a luxurious overnight stay: moultontrust.org/

  • @sowhat7983
    @sowhat7983 19 днів тому +31

    NEVER disappointed with your wonderful narration and amazing places you visit...Historic places in the UK should have you showcase their historic treasures through your superb narration and not to mention, great videography to go along with it.😁

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  19 днів тому +3

      Thank you so much. It was wonderful to be invited by the Trust to visit and share the history and new unique rooms. Like nothing we had done before ☺

  • @richardpurvis8999
    @richardpurvis8999 19 днів тому +13

    One more tour de force by the best of
    The best on UA-cam! Thanks to two
    Fine gentlemen. Richard in North Carolina.

  • @billyo54
    @billyo54 19 днів тому +18

    The standard of your editing and overall quality of your videos are truly wonderful. Thank you both.

  • @giorgijishkariani2560
    @giorgijishkariani2560 19 днів тому +12

    Magnificent Mansion. Great Stories. Fantastic Videography.
    44 Minutes of Joy. Thanks.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it, thank you ☺️

  • @iansuehooper7542
    @iansuehooper7542 18 днів тому +5

    That has to rank as close to the best looking historic home in England. The workmanship on the outside of the house is magnificent, not least the overall design of the place. The history of the owners over the ages was very interesting, thank you so much.

  • @lifagrass
    @lifagrass 19 днів тому +8

    Seriously...a 44 minute video of yours?! I'm so excited and I haven't even started it yet!! 😁❤ Thank you SO MUCH!!!

  • @cherylrayes8015
    @cherylrayes8015 19 днів тому +7

    Wow what a lovely opportunity! You can almost see an Agatha Christie style house party in such surroundings 🙂 what an amazing man Alex was. Thank you for another entertaining video. Cheers Cheryl 🙂

  • @lorrainerichardson3280
    @lorrainerichardson3280 19 днів тому +6

    I love that the hall was restored. So many people through the ages walking the halls and gardens. Loved my first car - a mini =-) What an interesting man Dr Alex Moulton was. Thanks again for an amazing trip, I really appreciate it.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому

      Glad you enjoyed it, it was amazing to spend the weekend and find out the history.

  • @nosystem1098
    @nosystem1098 19 днів тому +5

    I don't mind admitting I'm green with envy. One of your best bits yet, and that's saying something.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому

      So glad you liked it. We have to thank the trust as well.

  • @user-ix4wn1th5m
    @user-ix4wn1th5m 17 днів тому +3

    Such a stunning place.

  • @IssaMas
    @IssaMas 19 днів тому +4

    Well done! This has absolutely inspired me to visit The Hall one day. Thank you for one of my most favorite Memory Seekers videos yet.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  19 днів тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! thank you so much ☺️ we hope you do visit. It’s wonderful.

  • @theresemuckel
    @theresemuckel 19 днів тому +6

    That was a great 44 minutes, thank you for showing

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому

      Our pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊

  • @gazzertrn
    @gazzertrn 19 днів тому +3

    Lovely place to visit , was there last year for a long weekend .The town that is . We stayed just up the road from that house .
    Wow what a place to stay at . Beutiful old house .

  • @AliB102
    @AliB102 19 днів тому +5

    What a stunning place and you narrated the vlog beautifully with the history. A great watch. Thank you

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  19 днів тому

      Glad you enjoyed it thanks so much for watching 😊

  • @ritaabrahamson567
    @ritaabrahamson567 19 днів тому +5

    I really enjoyed your beautiful and historical video...nice work!

  • @freespirit1776
    @freespirit1776 18 днів тому +2

    Great tour and history lesson. This place is gorgeous.

  • @patricialong5767
    @patricialong5767 7 годин тому

    The view from the rooftiops was magnificent!

  • @jeffj2495
    @jeffj2495 19 днів тому +2

    Fantastic vid. Better than most of the stuff on TV. Thank you for this in depth tour of the mansion and the family history.

  • @lindamccaughey6669
    @lindamccaughey6669 19 днів тому +2

    Wow that was totally awesome. That was so long and exciting from beginning to end. Such beautiful buildings and gardens. I could easily live there. Loved that. Thanks for taking me along. Please take care

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  18 днів тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it, it was a very fun weekend!

  • @TXMEDRGR
    @TXMEDRGR 19 днів тому +2

    A wonderful job of presenting this beautiful house and the interesting families that lived there. I especially liked the way you completed the circle with a visit to the chapels. Thanks so much, I'm glad the estate gave you this opportunity and you shared it with us.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому +1

      Thank you very much, we were very lucky to bring this to everyone on our channel. 😊☺️

  • @lila6117
    @lila6117 18 днів тому +2

    Appreciate all that you film, Wonderful! Gosh this was a fantastic History Story, thank you so much.

  • @crystalwaters8852
    @crystalwaters8852 День тому

    Beautiful just beautiful. From start to finish. What an amazing inventor he was!The Jacobean architechture-stunning.
    What a wonderful legacy. Love the story of the cat Toby❤ Thank you so much.

  • @deborahvandalsen857
    @deborahvandalsen857 19 днів тому +3

    Just love those beautiful windows and the soft light they cast ! Very interesting visit all round , what inventive people they were .

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому

      Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching 😊

  • @patricialong5767
    @patricialong5767 7 годин тому

    Stunningly beautiful!!!

  • @colinalexander1507
    @colinalexander1507 10 днів тому

    The best commentary I’ve heard.
    The right mix of facts and visual evidence.

  • @jamesellsworth9673
    @jamesellsworth9673 19 днів тому +2

    This is a fine visit to a wonderful property and to a lovely town. Thank you.

  • @iwonaszmid3805
    @iwonaszmid3805 13 днів тому +1

    ❤👍🤗 Dziękuję i serdecznie pozdrawiam.

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 19 днів тому +3

    What a beautiful house. You two are so lucky.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому +1

      Yes we were, so pleased it came together and could share it with you.

  • @user-sr2er6do4u
    @user-sr2er6do4u 4 дні тому

    It is very facinating to see these historic homes. By The Trust Group.

  • @ahlamdashti7321
    @ahlamdashti7321 12 днів тому +1

    Wow, very interesting story of THE HALL. 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @claymccleery9451
    @claymccleery9451 17 днів тому +1

    Fascinating. All new history (for me)!

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  16 днів тому

      So glad we could introduce you to the place! ☺

  • @heinpereboom5521
    @heinpereboom5521 19 днів тому +2

    Beautiful film, many thanks!

  • @brandieo6165
    @brandieo6165 17 днів тому +1

    You are so blessed to go on these adventures & share them with us! Your videos are always top notch & very informative. Many thanks as always❤!

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  16 днів тому

      Thank you, it was all down to the Moulton Trust contacting us and offering the visit. Quite special! ☺

  • @penkaqncheva5599
    @penkaqncheva5599 13 днів тому +1

    Увлекателно видео! Много информация и исторически данни . Интересно и завладяващо. Благодаря за труда, който помагате. Поздрави!

  • @stellaaguirre6923
    @stellaaguirre6923 17 днів тому +1

    Amazing places!!

  • @juliagardner9750
    @juliagardner9750 18 днів тому +1

    Excellent narration and the history of Moulton Hall so interesting-thank you for yet another venture into history

  • @joenperkins2138
    @joenperkins2138 19 днів тому +2

    Enjoyed very much. Hugs and blessings

  • @peonycottageboutique4154
    @peonycottageboutique4154 17 днів тому +1

    That was absolutely wonderful. Beautiful home, town and interesting history. I hope you have the chance to do other videos similar to this.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  16 днів тому

      We certainly would welcome the opportunity! ☺

  • @SRC21584
    @SRC21584 19 днів тому +1

    Beautifully presented.

  • @fordwayne3833
    @fordwayne3833 15 днів тому

    What a jewel. Will continue it soon, it's not one to rush through. You are a master of your craft.

  • @karynhitchman2498
    @karynhitchman2498 17 днів тому

    Wow, your films keep getting better and better. So well-researched and so well filmed. Thank you so much ❤

  • @Electricdreams21
    @Electricdreams21 19 днів тому +2

    I was there for an open day recently. Bradford on Avon has so many wonderful properties. Maybe Belcombe court next? It's huge

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому

      If they would like you to invite us down from London we would not say no! 😊☺️

  • @zonabrown9241
    @zonabrown9241 19 днів тому +1

    You deserve to stay there ❤good on you

  • @usafloridaNP
    @usafloridaNP 19 днів тому +1

    ❤ from Florida

  • @remorossi5487
    @remorossi5487 7 днів тому

    Absolutely fabulous packed with great information, what a great presentation of skill and talent

  • @savitriwijesinghe3282
    @savitriwijesinghe3282 16 днів тому

    Such and incredible and informative video of the Hall. Learnt a lot from it. Superbly narrated as always.❤❤❤❤

  • @AbidAlhaleemhafiz
    @AbidAlhaleemhafiz 19 днів тому +1

    Thank you for ⚘❤👍😍

  • @kuo7396
    @kuo7396 5 днів тому

    Loyal fan from Taiwan! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  5 днів тому

      Hello there! 😊 thanks for watching 🙏

  • @johnharney6548
    @johnharney6548 18 днів тому +1

    Haven’t seen it all yet,but it has your usual high standards in films and commentary. You lads are pretty good.

  • @HarryMyhre
    @HarryMyhre 10 днів тому

    「猫」について読んだとき、本物の猫がいっぱいの寺院を訪れるのかと思いました!
    カリフォルニアで手招きする猫を何度も見たが、それが何を意味するのか分からなかった。 新しいことを学びました! 折り紙はとてもかっこよかった。 そして私はいつもあなたが食べるためにどこに立ち寄るのか見るのが好きだ。 あなたは食べるのが上手ですね! おでんについてもっと調べないと これはまた素晴らしいビデオでした。 😸

  • @maureentaphouse5206
    @maureentaphouse5206 18 днів тому +1

    What an amazing video so full of information but at a pace we can absorb. This has to rank as one of your very best. I do wonder though what the Hall was like at night? Was it spooky as having survived all these centuries I'd be surprised if there weren't any hauntings . On a practical algorithm point I wish there were more likes to spread it wider within UA-cam. Maybe you need to mention it more so people are encouraged to do so. Thank you once again for such a high quality video with such intelligent commentary , not something that sadly is widely seen these days.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому +1

      No hauntings just some creaking floor boards as we walked around and the sound of the radiators bubbling somethings 😄 thanks for your thought’s Maureen 😌

  • @scottdiussa5659
    @scottdiussa5659 19 днів тому +1

    Wow! What a history lesson! You both had a great experience and thanks for sharing all of this knowledge that we didn't know. Cheers!

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  18 днів тому

      It was a very special weekend, so thrilled to be asked to visit.

  • @user-hh2rb6cm2j
    @user-hh2rb6cm2j 16 днів тому

    Lovely windows in the hall, Thankyou for an amazing video you never disappoint.❤

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  16 днів тому +1

      Yes they are and many are original 17th century. ❤❤☺

  • @lynnballington8467
    @lynnballington8467 18 днів тому +1

    Hello now are you both what a alswome vidio very interested and alot of history which is what I like best wishes to you both take care stay safe ❤😅😅

  • @haylez
    @haylez 13 днів тому

    Fabulous video, thanks. You always tell the stories so well!

  • @harshap7224
    @harshap7224 19 днів тому +1

    Enjoyed watching 😊 very fabulous editing 👌 appreciate how clearly you explain in details 😀 ancient people had lot of passion in architecture, lifestyle & culture.. thank u

  • @KyMysticMoon
    @KyMysticMoon 19 днів тому +1

    I love this video! This was so informative. I am going to binge watch your videos ( new subscriber) And I want to hang out in those gardens

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  18 днів тому

      Welcome!! Hope you enjoy some of the others. ☺

  • @SmallWonda
    @SmallWonda 16 днів тому

    Quite fascinating, Simon, looks like the most delightful and restorative place to stay - I suppose if you were of a certain inclination, one could always bring one's butler and really feel at home! I love Jacobean houses and then A & C and we learnt so much from this visit, Shows how important it is to keep connected to our past and history and how the people that have preceded us are the foundation of our future. Thank you and safe travels.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  16 днів тому

      Thank you, so glad you enjoyed it and learnt about his wonderful property. It was such a fascinating weekend discovering the history and living it!

  • @user-wd4ut2pg9o
    @user-wd4ut2pg9o 8 днів тому +1

    That pub food looked wonderful! The Dandy Lion, you say? Wiltshire?

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  7 днів тому

      Yes in the high st in Bradford on Avon

  • @neusamenezes5146
    @neusamenezes5146 19 днів тому +1

    From Brazil!🇧🇷👏👏👏❤️‍🩹Thanks!!!👍

  • @Roamingthecotswolds
    @Roamingthecotswolds 16 днів тому

    Absolutely love your content. All the best Adrian

  • @lanawells9432
    @lanawells9432 16 днів тому

    Fabulous video such a beautiful place

  • @jakecavendish3470
    @jakecavendish3470 12 днів тому +1

    I could easily imagine a Leeds or Bradford millionaire in 1880 saying to an architect "I want Moulton but three times bigger and it has to have a tower and a palm house." 😂

  • @theoztreecrasher2647
    @theoztreecrasher2647 18 днів тому +1

    Certainly a grand Old Pile! The old range in the servants' quarters was interesting. A mate has 1 that he salvaged from when the local old Cafe/Diner burnt down. Installed it in the home he designed and built himself with the flue system used as heating for the 2 story building and an efficient way to provide cooking and hot water from scrap wood.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому

      Quite a find to have a range like that, but sure how practical it would be to cook on these days!

  • @BusyBob6971
    @BusyBob6971 13 днів тому

    I liked and subscribed. I liked this video a lot.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  12 днів тому

      Welcome hope you like some of the other videos!

  • @michaelchristian7824
    @michaelchristian7824 18 днів тому +1

    Great job, fellas.....nothing like this where I live....amazing history....Coos Bay, Oregon

  • @simoncrawley7430
    @simoncrawley7430 14 днів тому

    Mechanicalisation! Blimey, that's a new one.

  • @aaax9410
    @aaax9410 19 днів тому +1

    Needs more cowbel 👍

  • @zulfimughalvlogger
    @zulfimughalvlogger 6 днів тому

    Hello I am watching your video from Hyderabad city Sindh Pakistan ❤

  • @yrokelyod3471
    @yrokelyod3471 19 днів тому +2

    Wow.

  • @abnormallyfunny
    @abnormallyfunny 11 днів тому

    The Bunch of Grapes in Bradford does excellent food

  • @daghusebye5041
    @daghusebye5041 12 днів тому +1

    🤩🤩🏆👍

  • @patricialong5767
    @patricialong5767 7 годин тому

    It's very interesting that he acquired so many patents, but I must say that the Moulton bike looks extremely uncomfortable to ride! I could not ride it, no way!

  • @bombdottcom111
    @bombdottcom111 10 днів тому

    🙌🤩

  • @user-kr7cx5sv4h
    @user-kr7cx5sv4h 9 днів тому

    So many windows, it must be so expensive to build it!

  • @iwonaszmid3805
    @iwonaszmid3805 13 днів тому

    ❤❤🤗👍

  • @Sandra-du2dy
    @Sandra-du2dy 19 днів тому +1

    ❤🇧🇷

  • @Dao0253
    @Dao0253 19 днів тому +1

    👍❤🇨🇦

  • @nickielondon2594
    @nickielondon2594 16 днів тому +1

    Lovely video but the Battle of the Somme was 1916, not 1915.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  16 днів тому

      Hmmmm, yes you are correct, I had not put 2 and 2 together. I wonder where I got that from.... annoying will need to find out! Thanks!

  • @rajaemas1000
    @rajaemas1000 3 дні тому

    Still confused living in rural Britain, French or Italian beautiful countryside

  • @kellyprice1024
    @kellyprice1024 3 дні тому

    The town buildings could do with a powerwash.

  • @pedrocchiocarlo8749
    @pedrocchiocarlo8749 19 днів тому

    Il tutto da’ un’idea di umido e inaccogliente. Noooo non ci passerei la notte pensando anche di avere una colazione come quella! 🫣🥶👎

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому +2

      No dampness or feeling of that at all. It was very warm and cosy.

    • @uzaidgurjee4798
      @uzaidgurjee4798 15 днів тому

      Doesn’t look damp or cold at all

  • @JeffroB2323
    @JeffroB2323 19 днів тому +1

    God bless those who have kept up the structure! But most of the rest is disappointing. The rooms at the start of the vid are way over cluttered with pictures and documents, obscuring any beautiful details. Honestly, how many pictures of Moulton are necessary!? I guess I'm just disappointed that the interior, with a few notable exceptions, is so jarring compared to the exterior.

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  17 днів тому +1

      The entrance hall has a special exhibit on at the moment and would otherwise but be less full, but this is a museum and the tours tell a story in each room and so the artefacts help tell the story as you walk round. It’s a balancing act. Thank you for your thoughts.

  • @user-gt8st3qf4o
    @user-gt8st3qf4o 3 дні тому

    A shame that Socialist Britain owns the home now and not the family

    • @MemorySeekers
      @MemorySeekers  2 дні тому

      Alex made the decision to put the home into trust. His choice.

  • @user-vy3vk2sb8p
    @user-vy3vk2sb8p 19 днів тому +1

  • @wombat3455
    @wombat3455 19 днів тому +3

    What an excellent vid, very nice narration 🌟🐳

  • @AbidAlhaleemhafiz
    @AbidAlhaleemhafiz 19 днів тому

    Thank you for ⚘❤👍😍

  • @AbidAlhaleemhafiz
    @AbidAlhaleemhafiz 19 днів тому

    Thank you for ⚘❤👍😍