St Johns House

Welcome to St John's House

An early 16th Century hearth-passage house – the oldest habitable dwelling in Bridgend with a history spanning over 500 years

Latest news

Christmas events in St John's House


We are very much looking forward to all of our Christmas events in St Johns House which are now all sold out.  If you didn't manage to buy tickets then why not come to our next open day on Sunday December 14th, 11am to 3pm when the house is at its most magical!

November & December in St John's House


On Saturday November 29th the house will be decorated for Christmas and we will have an exhibition of over 60 nativity scenes on display.  We have some lovely gifts, many handmade locally, in our shop for Christmas.  Our second Christmas open day is Sunday December 14th

Latest exhibition in St John's House


Our exhibition from the end of November will be of nativity scenes from around the world, many from Czechia.  There will be over 60 on display so come and see them as well as exploring Bridgend's Tudor house.  


St John's House digital guide

Our St John's House digital guide on Bloomberg Connects is now live and available free to all. Curious to know more? Explore the guide in St John's House when you visit or at home in the comfort of your armchair. St John's House is proud to join over 750 international museums, galleries, gardens and cultural spaces on Bloomberg Connects. 

 Events for 2025

We have launched our events plan for 2025!  New for 2025 we are having an open day on May 28th for children with craft activities (aimed at 4 to 10 year olds).  Check out our events page for more details and to buy tickets.

Discover Bridgend's oldest habitable dwelling

Visit the house

The house is open from 11am to 3pm on the last Saturday and the second Sunday of each month.

Our volunteers will give you the fascinating background of this historic building as they guide you around the house.

We look forward to seeing you!