Staircase House Stockport

Staircase House is a Grade II* listed medieval building that dates from around 1460 and is situated in Stockport, Greater Manchester. The house is famous for its rare Jacobean cafe newel staircase. To enhance your visit an audio guide is available to take around with you or you can book a guided tour. Inside you can delve into the past of Stockport’s oldest townhouse.

You will be able to find how our ancestors lived from the 15th to the 20th centuries and how the house was brought back to life after a devastating fire. It is a barrier-free, hands-on historical journey. You are invited to smell and touch many of the displays and you can try your hand at 17th-century quill pen writing.

Near Staircase House you will find the free-to-visit Stockport museum. Why not visit here and lengthen your day out? There are galleries featuring life in medieval times, the impact of WWI and one about the Mellor Iron Age hilltop settlement. There is also a new family gallery. Stockport museum is open Tuesday – Sunday for most of the year.

Further Information Staircase House Stockport

Is there food and drink available?

There are places nearby serving food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

Listed medieval building that dates from around 1460 which is famous for its rare Jacobean cafe newel staircase.

What are the ticket prices?

Adults are £5.50 and children under 16 are free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.

Is there parking?

There is parking nearby, but charges apply.

When are they open?

Staircase House is open almost all year round and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.