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Mompesson House
Mompesson House, an elegant and spacious 18th century house in Cathedral Close, was built for Charles Mompesson in 1701. It has magnificent plasterwork, a fine oak staircase and good quality period furniture. The house also contains the Turnbull collection of 18th century drinking glasses. In the Green Room is a display of black and white portrait prints. A well known tenant of the house was Barbara Townsend and there is a display of her watercolours. Outside is a walled garden with a pergola and herbaceous borders.
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The Close,
Salisbury
SP1 2EL
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Information on Mompesson House, The Close, Salisbury
| Organisation/s: | The National Trust | Opening Times: | 15 Mar to 2 Nov, Sat to Wed 11:00-17:00. Open Good Friday. |
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| Admission: | NT Members Free. See NT website for admission prices. |
| Location: | On north side of Choristers´ Green in the Cathedral Close, near High Street Gate. Reduced rate when arriving by public transport. |
| Facilities: | Guided Tours, Disabled Full, Sales Point, Shop, Cafe, Refreshments |