Wightwork is a victorian manor house located on Wightwork Bank, set in the middle of Wolverhampton. The manor house is full to the brim of furnishings from the arts and crafts movement. With the Ladys room being specifically special by being covered in William Morris silk wallpaper.
It absolutely stunned me that this ornate tapestry still had all of its detail inside it even though it was over a hundred years old. The manor house portrayed life within the Victorian era and had notable examples of the influence of William Morris, De Morgan tiles, Kempe glass and Pre-Raphaelite works of art, who all represent the arts and craft movement.
The grand hall was given an extra special taste of ambience with the addition of a pianist playing some music from the era, to given a feel of what it would of been like to entertain in this fabulous manor.
Could you imagine being a guest staying in this beautifully decorated room? You would certainly need to know a few people up the social ladder!
Waking up to this view every morning, would be my definition of perfection. To then have the opportunity to wander the well groomed gardens on a glorious day.
So if you're feeling bored one Sunday Afternoon why not take the trip to this beautiful manor to observe magnificent pieces from the Arts and Crafts movement and then treat yourself to a picnic in the blooming surroundings! It really is worth the visit.
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