About us

Dacre Hall is reputed to be the oldest village hall in England and forms part of the Lanercost Priory, set in the beautiful Irthing valley, just 2 miles from Brampton and close to Hadrian’s Wall.

The Priory buildings including the Dacre hall itself were all completed by1169.

After the dissolution of the monasteries, Thomas Dacre remodelled the Dacre Hall and Tower as his own private residence in the 14th-15th Century.

Edward I resided there and reputedly Elizabeth I ascented to the throne while staying in The Priory.

Dacre Hall has some of the most important surviving examples of mid-sixteenth- century wall painting, albeit only traces in part and the hall itself is part of what was originally a single long room where the Dacre family would have entertained in style.

It boasts a large banquet style room with superbly restored roof beams and a new lighting system which can be adjusted to suit the varied uses of the hall. The main room also has a stage which can be used for productions. The separate supper room has new kitchen facilities and plenty of room for the serving of refreshments.

The venue is highly suited to local clubs, wedding, celebrations, exhibitions, performances, etc.

Our postcode for satellite purposes only, as we don’t have an official postal address is CA8 2HQ.

We are a registered Charity and rely on Fund Raising, Grants and donations in order to maintain this ancient monument.

Registered Charity Number 520330.