Shaw House, Newbury
Berkshire in Historic Houses UK

Shaw House is one of the best preserved Elizabethan mansions in England, built by Thomas Dolman in 1581. Over the centuries Shaw House has welcomed royalty, seen action during the Civil War, housed soldiers during World War II and schooled generations of local children.

The House and grounds are open at weekends and school holidays from February to September. Within the House visitors can explore the rooms and learn more about the history of the House in the permanent exhibition on the first floor, along with the ‘Dressed for Shaw’ costume exhibition which runs throughout the House. We also have a year round programme of events and activities.