Lady Waterford Hall, Independent museum and Grade II* listed building in Ford, England.
Lady Waterford Hall features extensive Victorian architecture with large watercolor murals covering its interior walls and preserved school furniture from the 19th century.
The building opened as a village school in 1860 under the direction of Louisa Anne, Marchioness of Waterford, who managed it until its closure in 1957.
The walls display biblical narratives painted by Louisa Anne over 21 years, incorporating portraits of local tenants as models for the characters.
The museum maintains regular opening hours, accepts donations for entry, and requires advance arrangements for group visits through email or telephone contact.
This former school stands as the sole educational institution in Britain where Pre-Raphaelite murals cover the entire interior wall space.
Location: Ford
Website: https://ford-and-etal.co.uk/lady-waterford-hall
GPS coordinates: 55.63190,-2.08553
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:48
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