Beningbrough Hall, Gallery and Gardens

Description

Beningbrough from the teenager who inherited it, to its time as an RAF billet, Beningbrough was shaped for more than 300 years by the people who lived here. The architecture and collections on the ground floor tell the story of a country house, while the Reddihough Galleries on the first-floor host changing exhibitions of contemporary and traditional artwork.

Andy Sturgeon the award-winning international garden designer has created a long-term vision. The garden is now enjoying a revival with a Pergola, ha-ha walk and now open, a new Mediterranean Garden. For families - let off steam in the wilderness play area or see what's on offer in the school holidays. Refuel in the walled garden restaurant or brewhouse or grab something to take away as you explore. Choose from plants and an extensive home and garden range in the shop to complete you day out at Beningbrough.

Prices starts from £17.60 for adults, £8.80 for Child and £26.40 for Family. 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.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Garden: An 8-acre formal garden with spring bulbs, herbaceous borders, historic trees, and walled garden full of fruit blossom providing year round colour. Undergoing a renaissance by award winning garden designer Andy Sturgeon, look out for the Pergola and Mediterranean Garden and see what's next in the Wilderness.
  • Hall and art gallery: The architecture and collections on the ground floor tell the story of a country house and the people who have shaped Beningbrough with selected items from the collection on display. While the Reddihough Galleries on the first-floor host changing exhibitions of contemporary and traditional artwork in autumn and winter, currently Whispers of the Wilderness: Exploring Wilderness Gardens.
  • Wilderness play area: Don't miss the swings, slides, climbing frames and den zone in the wilderness play area, with options to suit toddlers to teens. Come prepared with your ball or kite and head to the large south lawn for a game together before heading off with a family trail - available every school holiday - along with additional led activity days to try something new. (Temporarily closed 19 January - early March).
  • Family-friendly things to do at Beningbrough: Beningbrough is the perfect place for a family adventure. Explore the wilderness play area and build a den, join an activity day or meander through the garden on a steady stroll following the latest trail. Whatever you do when you visit, here's what to expect from your family day out.
  • Things to see in Beningbrough Hall: During 300 years of history, Beningbrough Hall has changed many times. From different families to aircrews during the Second World War, each changing the furniture, layout and how the rooms were used. Meander through the historic rooms on the ground floor taking in the fine architecture and key collection items and see what's on in the art gallery.
  • Eating and shopping: Seasonally changing homemade lunches, tasty bakes and drinks available from the restaurant with indoor and outdoor tables and dog's welcome section. The brew house is open on busy days for light snacks, ice creams and takeaways with several picnic benches close-by. Browse the stables and outdoor shop for homeware, local produce and something for your own pocket of green.

Facilities

  • Parking: Free parking close to visitor entrance, overflow on grassed avenue, weather permitting.
  • Coffee shop: Open on selected days.
  • Dogs allowed: Except the hall, laundry and wilderness play area.

What to see

Top trails: 

  • The parkland at Beningbrough: With 380 acres of parkland in which to explore, the estate at Beningbrough is ideal for visitors who want a longer walk. It is also home to some rare and unusual wildlife, including birds, bats, and the iridescent tansy beetle.
  • Beningbrough woodland Larch walk: Follow the blue waymarks on this woodland walk that's just the right length for the whole family. Listen out for birdsong, take a detour to the medieval pike ponds and, in spring, enjoy a carpet of bluebells among the trees.
  • Beningbrough Newton walk: Follow the pink waymarks along this circular route through parkland and woodland, spot the various wildlife along the route. There are two options to extend your walk: going further into the woods and circling through the historic village of Newton-on-Ouse.
  • Beningbrough river and woodland walk: Follow the yellow way-markers on this circular walk from 18th-century Beningbrough Hall, through woods and along the River Ouse, with sweeping views across the estate and the chance to spot a wide range of wildlife.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Until 26 February: 

  • Adult (18+): £16.50 with Gift Aid & £15.00 without Gift Aid.
  • Child (5–17): £8.30 with Gift Aid & £7.50 without Gift Aid.
  • Under 5s: Free.
  • Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £41.30 with Gift Aid & £37.50 without Gift Aid.
  • Family (1 adult and up to 3 children): £24.80 with Gift Aid & £22.50 without Gift Aid.
  • Group (Adult 18+): £14.25.

From 27 February: 

  • Adult (18+): £17.60 with Gift Aid & £16.00 without Gift Aid.
  • Child (5–17): £8.80 with Gift Aid & £8.00 without Gift Aid.
  • Under 5s: Free.
  • Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £44.00 with Gift Aid & £40.00 without Gift Aid.
  • Family (1 adult and up to 3 children): £26.40 with Gift Aid & £24.00 without Gift Aid.
  • Group (Adult 18+): £15.20.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/beningbrough#place-prices

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/beningbrough#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

  • Hall historic rooms: 10:30 - 15:30
  • Hall art gallery: 10:30 - 15:30
  • Garden: 10:00 - 15:30
  • Restaurant: 10:00 - 15:30
  • Shop: 10:30 - 15:30

Time may vary please check here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/beningbrough#place-opening-times

Address: Beningbrough, York, North Yorkshire YO30 1DD, UK

Post Code: YO30 1DD

Council: North Yorkshire

County: North Yorkshire

  • By road: Signposted off the A19 and A59 (over toll bridge). Cars via Newton-on-Ouse village, larger vehicles follow coach signs to avoid stone arch.
  • Cycling: Beningbrough's estate road is part of route 65 of the National Cycle Network.
  • By bus: Number 80 service from York to Newton-on-Ouse operated by East Yorkshire buses (check times with provider), approximately 1 mile walk from the bus stop through the village and parkland.
  • By train: York, 8 miles.
  • On foot: Footpath from York, along River Ouse, 10 miles
  • Parking: Free parking close to visitor entrance, overflow on grassed avenue, weather permitting.

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