The Merchant's House Marlborough

the house: 01672 511491
the shop: 01672 511690

A glorious restoration of a 17th Century silk merchant's house

The Merchant's House Shop will be re-open on Monday 17th January

The Sale starts with up to 50% off some items, we look forward to welcoming you back

Shop Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 10am - 4pm

After nearly 370 years this iconic 17th century building
is in need of repair.

Please help to ensure The Merchant's House is in good shape for future generations by supporting our 30th Anniversary Appeal.

Over the past year the Trust has commissioned a report on the state of the building, it was discovered that a great deal of work was required on the roof and many other aspects of the building.

We need your help now to raise £150,000

The Merchant's House

Thomas Bayly, a silk mercer and prominent Marlborough citizen (twice Mayor), ran his business and brought up his family at what is now 132/3 High Street in a time of great change both locally and nationally.

In 1642 one of the earliest Civil War battles took place in the heart of the town and Marlborough gained a reputation for its firm commitment to the parliamentary cause.

Eleven years later, in 1653, the town was destroyed in a huge fire necessitating a rebuild of which the Merchant's House was part.

The house is a rare and remarkable survival. It provides an insight into the lifestyle and interests of a middle-class family during a century when modern Britain - an outward looking, emerging capitalist country and one with a maturing political life - was coming into being.

We are learning a lot about the Baylys and 17th century Marlborough. We hope a visit to this fascinating building will help you do the same.