Keele Hall

Keele Hall is a red sandstone building with three stories, octagonal turrets, and curved gables designed in Jacobean Revival style from 1861. It stands as the centerpiece of the university campus and now functions as a conference center for academic events and private celebrations.

Ralph Sneyd built the original manor house in 1580, and his family retained ownership until 1948. Its transfer to the University College marked the beginning of its role as an academic center.

The state rooms display Louis XVI decorations, Aubusson tapestries, and Renaissance Revival furnishings that visitors can see today. The Raven Mason Collection of earthenware and porcelain complements these ornate interiors throughout the hall.

The building contains lecture halls, conference rooms, and event spaces of varying sizes spread across multiple levels. Visitors should allow time to explore the stone spiral staircase and decorative details found throughout the various rooms.

Russian Grand Duke Michael Mikhailovich lived here from 1900 to 1909 during his exile in England. King Edward VII visited him as a personal guest during this period.

Location: Keele

GPS coordinates: 52.99980,-2.27040

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46