This pretty thatched cottage in the village of Old Whittington hides a secret – it was part of a plot to overthrow a king.
In 1688, three local noblemen – the Earl of Devonshire, the Earl of Danby and Mr John D'Arcy – met at Whittington disguised as a hunting party, to begin planning their part in the overthrow of James II. A rainstorm sent them seeking shelter at the Cock and Pynot alehouse, now known as Revolution House.
Revolution House is temporarily closed.
Revolution House is an important piece of our borough’s history, and we are seeking to work with a suitable community partner who can help ensure this history is celebrated and that this asset can benefit both the local community and visitors. More information will be shared as soon as possible and in the meantime, members of the public are not permitted to enter the site.
Why is Revolution House called Revolution House?
Watch the video below to learn more about how the house gets its name and its place in the Revolution of 1688.
Inside Revolution House
Watch the video below to learn more about the house its history.