As the name suggests the house was built by a merchant named John Fortin in 1290. Since then it has been used for various purposes over the years. Sometimes as a store room, sometimes as a parlour and even as brothel during the WWI. The house underwent great damage during the Blitz bombing. It was later rebuilt in the same way as it looked before. Today it’s scheduled tourist attraction and a Grade 1 listed building. It houses antique furniture, serves soft drinks and has a unique garden in the backyard. The house gives a perfect medieval vibe, perfect to enjoy with family and friends.

• Audio tours available.
• Dogs are not allowed.
• Photography and video shooting allowed.
• There’s a small picnic are in the backyard too.

• Adult: EUR 4
• Children (5-15years): EUR 2.40
• Family (2 adults, 3 children): EUR 10.40

• Closed from 1st October to 24th March 2016.
• Open Every Sunday from 28th March 30th September 2015 :12.00pm to 7.00pm

• Nearest bus stop : Telephone House stop on High Street, Lines: CityLink, U1, U6, X24. Get down, walk straight and take left on Mettricks tea & coffee house.

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