Insole Court - This House Is a Stage

'This House is a Stage' is an experiential exhibition that brings local history to life in the form of a dramatic rendition of the rise and the fall of the Insole Family, who built and inhabited the mansion, spanning an entire century from their arrival in Cardiff in the 19th century.

For the first time since the 1970s, the first floor of our house is open to the public. The stories of the abandoned rooms will come to life through a mix of technology and drama to tell you the story of the Insole family, their triumphs and their tragedies.

Visitors can also visit the ground floor of the mansion and the ornamental gardens free of charge, as well as the Potting Shed Café, serving freshly baked cakes, brunch and lunch seven days a week.

On site the formerly derelict Stable Yard has now been transferred into a vibrant hub, hosting community, corporate and private functions.