Acton Court
In Iron Acton, Bristol lies a well preserved Tudor Treasure- Acton Court.
In 1535, while on summer progress with her husband King Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn stayed at Acton Court. Like any loyal subject, the home’s owner, Nicholas Poyntz, wanted to impress his Sovereigns and so he had a new East Wing built. This expensive addition to the home took nine months to complete and included luxurious and fashionable decorations in the state apartments.
Acton Court
Much of what remains of Acton Court today is part of the addition made to the home in 1535. It also houses another Tudor treasure- Henry’s garderobe or privy. This was uncovered during conservation works in 1994.
Further archaeological digs at Acton Court have also uncovered fine 16th century venetian glass and spanish ceramics all thought to have some connection to the Royal progress of 1535.
Acton Court is a remarkable home, not only because of the fact that the surviving wing was built solely for the pleasure of the King and Queen but also because of the wonderful contemporary artifacts found hidden beneath its ground and the original state in which the house is kept.
Acton Court is open to the public from the 16th June until the 23rd of August, excluding Mondays. Access to the home and gardens is by tour only.
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