The Baron's Hall, built in 1341, is considered to be the best-preserved example of 14th century domestic architecture in England.

Up to the end of the 15th century, the Baron's Hall would at all times have been a mass of people. It was the focal point of the mediaeval manor, where those who served it lived out their lives; eating, sleeping and eventually dying there.

The two massive trestle tables on either side of the hall date from this time, and are the only surviving examples of their kind.

In the centre of the floor, which was originally earth strewn with rushes, is a unique octagonal hearth - the only source of heat in the hall. The smoke from the fire would have risen up to the great chestnut beamed roof to escape through a smoke louvre.