Name: Belsay Hall Castle and Gardens
Rating: 5.0

Belsay Hall Castle and Gardens

Belsay, Nr Morpeth, Northumberland, NE20 0DX. Follow the brown signs. Sat Nav: NE20 0DU

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Belsay Hall Castle and Gardens, with a unique Greek Revival mansion, a medieval castle and 30 acres of fabulous gardens to explore, Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens offers a grand day out for visitors of all ages. See how the multi-million pound ‘Belsay Awakes’ project has enhanced this vast place, originally created by the Middleton family over seven centuries.

Interpretation panels guide you round the empty Belsay Hall, revealing how it was used by the Middleton family. The Castle is a complete contrast. Inside, a video recounts Belsay’s story as told by ‘the Wild Man’, a mythical figure inspired by the Middletons’ crest. Wander the rocky ravines of the quarry garden between the hall and castle, and take the Wild Man Trail to the spectacular playground located near the Coach House Café.

Price starts from £13.00 for Adults, £8.00 for Children(5-17 yrs) and £21.00 for Family (1 adult, up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

Belsay Hall: Following his honeymoon, Sir Charles Monck was inspired by Greek and Italian architecture to design Belsay Hall. Using stone quarried from the gardens to build it, the magnificent Greek Revival mansion was completed in 1817. Recently restored in English Heritage’s two-year-long ‘Conservation in Action’ project, Belsay Hall’s austere Greek Revival exterior encloses suites of rooms ranged around the imposing top-lit ‘Pillar Hall’.
Enchanting gardens: Lose yourself in the vast 30-acre, Grade I-listed gardens at Belsay. They’ve been re-invigorated by renowned garden designer Dan Pearson, with more than 80,000 new plants.
The Medieval Castle: The castle at Belsay is a complete contrast to the hall. As the Middletons’ ancestral home before the hall was built, Belsay Castle is dominated by a late 14th-century ‘peel tower’, a stronghold against border raiders.
Play Area: From the castle, head to Belsay’s fabulous play area, featuring towering climbing frames, a winding slide, rope nets for climbing, swings and lots more to explore.
Magical Creatures: Looking for an adventure with your little ones? Uncover English folklore with our Folktale Creature Trails, where children can discover magical creatures from English myths and legends.
Exhibition: Events are held throughout the year.

Facilities

Parking: Parking is free for members and charges apply for non-members. (please note this is cash only) The car park is gravel with a path which runs up to the entrance, around 200 metres away. There is space for approximately 115 cars and there are 14 accessible spaces. Improvements to the car park have been made as part of the Belsay Awakes project.
Food And Drink: The Tea Room offers hot and cold refreshments. You can also enjoy a bite to eat at the Coach House café by the castle.
Toilets: Toilets are located near the car park before entering through the shop. Baby changing facilities are available in the accessible toilet. A Changing Places facility is also located at the toilet block (ask for a key from admissions).
Dogs: Dogs are allowed in the grounds on a short lead. No dogs allowed in the hall or castle. Assistance dogs are welcome.

What to see

Events:

Make and Mend at Belsay Hall: Date: Mon 15 Sep - Mon 3 Nov 2025. Time: 10am - 5pm. Location: Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens. This autumn, Belsay Hall's library hosts a number of creatives from the Northumbria University Schools of Design and Architecture in a pop up studio. See the development of creative projects across a range of media including textiles, furniture, photography and architectural studies. All works will draw inspiration from the Hall, exploring making traditions linked to the site, while showcasing contemporary techniques and approaches.
Building Belsay - Puzzle Prototyping at Belsay Hall: Date: Wed 8 Oct 2025. Time: 1pm - 3pm. Location: Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens. Learn about the work-in-progress 3D model puzzles inspired by the architecture and landscape of Belsay Hall in this hands-on workshop on Wednesday 8 October.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens/events/

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Advance online tickets:

Adult: £13.00 with donation & £11.80 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £8.00 with donation & £7.20 without donation.
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £34.00 with donation & £30.80 without donation.
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): £21.00 with donation & £19.00 without donation.
Concession: £11.50 with donation & £10.40 without donation.
Member: Free.

On the day tickets:

Adult: £15.50 with donation & £14.00 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £9.50 with donation & £8.60 without donation.
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £40.50 with donation & £36.60 without donation.
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): £25.00 with donation & £22.60 without donation.
Concession: £14.00 with donation & £12.70 without donation.
Member: Free.

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/belsay-hall-castle-and-gardens/prices-and-opening-times/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open Daily: 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)

Address: Belsay, Nr Morpeth, Northumberland, NE20 0DX. Follow the brown signs. Sat Nav: NE20 0DU

Post Code: NE20 0DU

Council: Northumberland

County: Northumberland

Road Access: In Belsay; 14 miles NW of Newcastle, on A696.
Bus Access: Go North East's X75 service will run every Saturday between 19 April and 7 September 2025 from Newcastle’s Haymarket Bus Station to Belsay and Wallington.
Train Access: Morpeth 10 miles.
Bicycle Access: Find your cycling route to Belsay Hall at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network. There are bike racks available at this site.
Parking: Parking is free for members and charges apply for non-members. (please note this is cash only) The car park is gravel with a path which runs up to the entrance, around 200 metres away. There is space for approximately 115 cars and there are 14 accessible spaces. Improvements to the car park have been made as part of the Belsay Awakes project.