Free
Historic house
#111
Valentines Mansion
A 1690s country house in Ilford with Georgian rooms, a recreated Victorian kitchen and lively gardens—plus community arts and music in the walled garden keep it very much alive.
Opening Hours
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Monday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
What's not to miss inside?
Georgian Saloon & Stair
Shows the polite interiors of an East London estate at its 18th-century peak.Symmetry and light sell status without shouting.
📍 Main house circuit—follow arrows
Victorian Kitchen
Hands-on displays bring domestic work back into the story.Copper, cast iron and careful routines powered the house.
📍 Service level—signed from foyer
Walled Garden & Park
Seasonal planting, community events and long views make this a day-out, not just a tour.From quiet weekday strolls to live music, the garden is the mansion’s modern heart.
📍 Exit to formal beds/lake; music often on weekends
Inspire your Friends
- Valentines dates to 1696 and later gained Georgian refits—layered styles are part of its charm.
- The house narrowly escaped demolition in the 20th century and now operates as a local heritage and arts venue.
- The walled garden hosts regular community music sessions—heritage space as living stage.
