Long Crendon Courthouse

Long Crendon Courthouse is a two-story timber-framed building from the 15th century with the characteristic construction style of its era. The structure displays exposed wooden beams and period features that reflect how buildings were made during medieval times.

The building functioned as a courthouse for resolving local disputes starting in the 15th century until the Victorian era. Before that role, it was used as a wool store, showing the region's dependence on the wool trade for its economy.

This Grade II* listed building provides educational opportunities for visitors to learn about medieval legal practices and local governance systems through preserved courtrooms.

The building sits within walking distance of the village center and can be explored from the inside. Visitors should be aware this is a historic structure with narrow stairs and low ceiling areas in parts.

Before its transformation into a courthouse, the building operated as a wool store, reflecting the economic importance of the wool trade in medieval England.

Location: Long Crendon

Operator: The National Trust

Opening Hours: Wednesday 14:00-18:00; Saturday,Sunday 11:00-18:00; October-March off

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/long-crendon-courthouse

GPS coordinates: 51.77589,-0.98996

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:11