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Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens
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Northumberland
NE20 0DX
Tel: +44 01661 881636
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- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010
- Regional and Miscellaneous
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Tourism Awards 2009 - Bronze 2009
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Type: Historic House / Palace
With so much to see and do, a trip to Belsay is one of the best value family days out in North East England. Explore the grand medieval castle, later extended to include a magnificent Jacobean mansion and don’t miss the stunning views from the top of the tower. Then it’s on to Belsay Hall, an architectural masterpiece inspired by the temples of ancient Greece, with its fabulous Pillar Hall.
Last but not least, there are the huge grounds, packed with an impressive array of shrubs and flowers. The unique Quarry Garden is a fantasy of ravines, pinnacles and exotic plants, No wonder Belsay Hall is one of the top visitor attractions in Northumberland.
NEW FOR 2010: Belsay Hall welcomes Extraordinary Measures Contemporary Art Exhibition, opening in May.
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £6.80 per ticket type |
| Adult Exhibition | £8.00 per ticket type |
| Child | £3.40 per ticket type |
| Child Exhibition | £4.00 per ticket type |
| Concession | £5.80 per ticket type |
| Concession Exhibition | £6.80 per ticket type |
| English Heritage members | Free |
| Family | £17.00 per ticket type |
| Family Exhibition | £20.00 per ticket type |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| Extraordinary Measures Exhibition 2010 (01/05/2010 - 26/09/2010) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| October 2010 (01/10/2010 - 31/10/2010) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| 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 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Winter 2010/11 (01/11/2010 - 31/03/2011) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
* Closed to install/remove Extraordinary Measures Exhibition 19-30 April & 27-30 Sept, Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan.
Road Directions
In Belsay - 14 miles north west of Newcastle on A696
Public Transport Directions
Train access: Morpeth - 10 miles
Bus access: Snaith's 808 from Newcastle and Munro's 131 - Newcastle to Jedburgh
Facilities
Provider Features
- In countryside
Accessibility
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Bird song, animal sounds and many flowers, including pinks and hybrid musk roses.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - Blue Badge Parking available in main car park, close to shop and ramp access to the hall.
- Ramp / Level Access - RADAR key access for level access route to the hall and toilet gate. Castle and manour house reached via 700 m path through gardens; access to castle and manor house via steps. Spiral staircase to upper levels of castle. Four wheelchairs available (please ring in advance to reserve). Signposted wheelchair route in garden.
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors - Accessible toilet with shallow ramp. Easy access portaloo available at castle during summer season.
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - 300m from entrance. Pay and display
- Parking (charge)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Cafe seating 40 serving snacks and light meals. Open summer season only 1100-1700.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Groups Accepted - Groups accepted
- Max group size - 99
- Min group size - 11
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Dogs allowed on leads (restricted areas only).
- Event Venue - See http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/events
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
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