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Heritage Open Days at Nostell

Calendar Icon Fri 06 Sep 2024 - Sat 07 Sep 2024
Clock 11:00 - 16:00
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Discover Nostell for free, with no charge to visit the house, gardens and play areas, as part of Heritage Open Days 2024.


Enjoy a free day of fun this September.


Try out the new wild play area in Joiner’s Wood before heading into the gardens to enjoy zipping through the trees, swinging, bouncing and climbing the tall tower. Don’t forget to visit the house to discover the story of Sabine Winn and join in with some crafting activities. There will also be games on the vista on Saturday!


Stretch your legs on a peaceful walk to remote parts of the woods or a short stroll with the family, you’ll find there’s a walk to suit everyone. There are 300 acres of parkland to explore, with ancient woodland, wildflower meadows, lakes, and an accessible route up to Obelisk Lodge. Take a gentle stroll through the garden to appreciate the flowers, meander through the orchard, or enjoy an accessible circular lake walk which takes you through a gothic arch to the tranquil Menagerie Garden.


The house showcases interiors by Robert Adam, a world-class Thomas Chippendale collection, a rare 18th-century dolls’ house, an exquisite painting by Sir Thomas More, and one of the first longcase clocks made by the famous inventor, John Harrison. Follow in the footsteps of the varied fortunes of the Winn family and discover a world of exquisite craftsmanship, opulent interiors, and tales from generations who lived here. This is the perfect opportunity to explore all of this treasured history for free.


    Access facilities

  • Accessible Car Parking
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Changing Places Facility
  • Parent And Baby
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Event sessions

Heritage Open Days at Nostell

Venue Details

Find us at

Doncaster Road, Wakefield, WF4 1QE

Phone

01924863892

Email

nostell@nationaltrust.org.uk