Name: Newby Hall
Rating: 5.0

Newby Hall

Newby Hall & Gardens, Estate Office, Newby Hall, Ripon, UK

1-90 Years

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Newby Hall is a historic country house and garden attraction offering a blend of heritage, nature, and family-friendly activities. It is one of England’s renowned Adam houses with beautiful interiors and extensive outdoor spaces to explore. The venue provides a full day experience with guided tours, scenic landscapes, and engaging attractions for all age groups.

The attraction includes guided house tours, award-winning gardens, a sculpture park, and relaxing boat trips along the River Ure. Visitors can enjoy an adventure playground with swings, climbing frames, aerial slide, pedalo boats and the ‘Tarantella’ dancing water play area, along with the miniature railway. It also features a dollshouse exhibition, Gyles Brandreth’s Teddy Bear Collection in The Bear House, and the Chippendale at Newby historical display.

Garden Admissions (No House Tour) include Family Pass £54.00, Adult £19.80, Child [4 - 15 yrs] £15.00, Child [2/3yrs] £5.00, and Under 2yrs £0.00. Guided House Tour & Garden Admission prices are Adult £29.80 and Child £24.00, with membership options available such as Adult £55 and Child £30, along with seasonal child pricing. The venue also offers private hire spaces like The Orangery for weddings, receptions, and parties, along with options for birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.

Overall, it offers a well-rounded experience combining history, gardens, and interactive attractions in one place. The variety of activities ensures there is something enjoyable for both adults and children throughout the visit. With its scenic setting and diverse experiences, it is an ideal destination for a relaxing and engaging day out.

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Features

The House: One of Britain’s finest Adam Houses Newby Hall, the family home of Mr & Mrs Richard Compton, is one of England’s renowned Adam houses and an exceptional example of 18th century interior decoration. Built in the 1690s by Sir Christopher Wren the house was later enlarged and adapted by John Carr and subsequently Robert Adam. The House is now open to visitors by booking a guided tour, the hour long house tours take you around the ground floor and first floor rooms. Our knowledgeable guides welcome any questions about the house and its history.
The Gardens: Newby’s award winning gardens, mostly created in the early 1920s, have evolved over the years making a major contribution to 20th century gardening.
Sculpture Park: Newby Hall & Garden's sculpture park is now open for its nineteenth year. You'll find sculpture in every style - beginning outside the Newby Hall Roman Statue Gallery and meandering through formal gardens, woodlands and the orchard.
Boat Trips: Take a relaxing boat trip along the River Ure. The 2 boat fleet depart from the bottom of the borders on a 25 minute cruise up the river each day that Newby is open. Seeing the gardens from the river gives a different perspective and there are regular sightings of kingfishers, herons, the occasional otter and other wildlife.
Adventure Playground: Newby’s exciting Adventure Garden has been thoughtfully and safely designed for children of all ages – from swings for toddlers through to climbing frames and bridges, an aerial slide and pedalo boats for the older children. The ‘Tarantella’ dancing water play area by William Pye is now OPEN!
The Miniature Railway: The Newby Hall Miniature Railway which runs along the River Ure, is a delightful ride with fantastic views of the gardens. Our trains run every day we are open – and always on time!
Dollshouse Exhibition: Newby Hall is now the permanent home to one of the finest collections of dollshouses and miniatures in the world, thanks to the generosity of collectors Caroline Hamilton and Jane Fiddick.
The Bear House: We hope you will enjoy visiting Gyles Brandreth’s Teddy Bear Collection, housed in a new ‘paw’pose built home within the gardens at Newby Hall.
Chippendale at Newby: Newby Hall near Ripon in North Yorkshire is the home of Richard & Lucinda Compton. Richard’s ancestor, William Weddell, engaged Robert Adam to redesign the Hall interiors to provide a backdrop for his extensive Grand Tour acquisitions in the late 18C.

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Parking: There are several disabled spaces allocated in the main visitor car park, adjacent to the Ticket Office and Blue Badge holders will be directed to this area.
Food & Drinks: Relax and enjoy home prepared food either indoors, on the outdoor terrace or on the spacious restaurant lawn.
Toilets: There are disabled facilities in the Car park toilets and the Grantham Room

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Garden Admissions (No House Tour)

Family Pass [2Ad & 2Ch or 1Ad & 3Ch] - Gardens Only Ticket: £54.00
Adult - Gardens Only Ticket: £19.80
Child [4 - 15 yrs] - Gardens Only Ticket: £15.00
Child [2/3yrs] - Gardens Only Ticket: £5.00
Under 2yrs Garden Ticket: £0.00

Guided House Tour & Garden Admission

Adult House & Gardens Ticket: £29.80
Child House & Gardens Ticket: £24.00

Newby Gardens Membership

Adult Membership 16 yrs+: £55
Child Membership 4 - 15 yrs: £30
Child 2/3yrs: £5 per visit or £30 for the season
Child under 2 yrs: Free admission

Pricing URL: https://bookings.newbyhall.com/book

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

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Venue Hire at Newby Hall

Nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, Newby Hall offers an array of elegant and versatile spaces for your special events. Whether you're planning a corporate gathering, private celebration, or a unique filming location, our historic estate provides the perfect backdrop.

The Orangery: The Orangery at Newby Hall is a stunning venue that seamlessly blends historical charm with modern elegance. This exclusive space can seat up to 120 guests and features a contemporary steel and glass marquee, full catering facilities, and a fully stocked bar. Set in a secluded area of the estate, The Orangery is ideal for weddings, receptions, and private parties. Enhance your event with a drinks reception in the main hall or a delightful ride on our miniature railway Newby Hall.
Private hire: Celebrate life's special moments at Newby Hall. Our estate offers a variety of spaces suitable for birthdays, anniversaries, and family gatherings. With picturesque gardens, historic interiors, and exceptional service, we provide a unique setting that will leave a lasting impression on your guests.
Church of Christ the Consoler: For those seeking a spiritual venue, the Church of Christ the Consoler offers a serene and majestic setting for ceremonies and services. Located within the Newby Hall grounds, this beautiful church adds a sacred touch to your special occasion.

Newby Hall & Gardens open Wed - Sun, as well as Bank holidays during school term time. We open 7 days a week throughout the Easter, May half term & Summer school holidays.
*During September the House & Gardens will be closed from the 14th to the 20th of September in preparation for the Harrogate Autumn Flower show on the 18th - 20th of September 2026.
The Hall will be open for 1 hour guided tours, maximum of 20 per session, please book online. The Hall can be unavailable on certain dates due to weddings, these dates will be greyed out online.

Gardens Open 10.30am-5.30pm on non event days.
House Access - please check timings via the pre-book ticket link.

Address: Newby Hall & Gardens, Estate Office, Newby Hall, Ripon, UK

Post Code: HG4 5AE

Council: North Yorkshire

County: North Yorkshire

Newby Hall is just a few miles from the A1(M), the main London to Edinburgh motorway. Close by are the magnificent Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors National Parks and the historic cities of York and Ripon. There are several disabled spaces allocated in the main visitor car park, adjacent to the Ticket Office and Blue Badge holders will be directed to this area.

Travelling via the A1(M)