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Visit essentials

Right now

Open

Price

Medium

Allow

Quick stop up to half a day

How we use price bands

These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.

Free
No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
Low
Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
Medium
A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
High
Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
Membership benefits

National Trust

National Trust members can usually visit included properties without paying the normal admission fee.

Membership benefits can exclude parking, special events and seasonal attractions. Check the venue’s current terms before travelling.

About this activity

A series of characterful gardens around a historic hall, with seasonal planting, family events and space for an unhurried visit. Opening times and prices can change seasonally, so check the official website before travelling.

Opening hours
monday
10:00–16:00
tuesday
10:00–16:00
wednesday
10:00–16:00
thursday
10:00–16:00
friday
10:00–16:00
saturday
10:00–16:00
sunday
10:00–16:00

Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.

Plan your visit

Location

Durham, County Durham, DH1 5SZ

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