The Charterhouse

The Charterhouse is a complex of buildings that were formerly owned by Thomas Sutton (1532-1611) - a philanthropist and businessman, called the "loan shark of England". It owes its name to the Carthusian order, which had its headquarters here in the 14th century. The Charterhouse has a rich collection of paintings and drawings, prints (antique postcards and rare books), silverware and furniture.

The Charterhouse has been open to visitors since 2017. It has several different types of tours on offer, among which the most popular is the celebration covering all facilities, including the refectory (dining room) and the room where Queen Elizabeth I held judgments at the beginning of her reign. You can also visit the monastery garden or use the Brother's tour - guided tours of one of the religious brothers.

Under the will of Thomas Sutton in 1611, an impoverished gentleman and a school were established in Charterhouse. They attended her, among others William Makepeace Thackeray (author of "Vanity Marketplace") and Robert Baden-Powell (creator of scouting).