Upton Hall

Upton Hall is a Greek Revival country house in Upton featuring a symmetrical southern facade dominated by a portico with Ionic columns and a central dome. The estate comprises more than 70 rooms spread across 10 acres of grounds with gardens and outbuildings.

The earliest records mention the estate in 1335 when Robert Bagenham lived there, though the land had royal origins dating to 956 when King Edwy granted it to Archbishop Oscytel. Later it was developed into its current Greek Revival form during the 18th century.

The building now houses the Museum of Timekeeping, where visitors can explore an extensive collection of clocks and timepieces on display. This collection shows how people throughout history have measured and represented time.

It is best to visit with appropriate footwear as the grounds feature many paths and different levels. The interior requires climbing several staircases to fully explore the different areas and collections throughout the building.

The estate is said to be inhabited by two supernatural presences: a White Lady in the Library and a dark figure on the main staircase. These local stories have persisted across generations and add to the distinctive character of the place.