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Hidden Gibside, a guided walk

Discover the farthest reaches of George Bowes’ landscape garden on a guided walk around Gibside.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Join David, our history specialist, as he guides you on a 6 mile walk around Gibside. Discover relics of the Bowes' landscape garden and unearth hidden stories of the past.

Pack a lunch and wear walking boots; Hidden Gibside will take you on a challenging walk through woodland, farmland, and past scenic views over the Derwent Valley, lasting approximately 4.5 hours.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Designed for adults but older children welcome.

Meeting point

Outside of the second-hand bookshop.

What to bring and wear

Please bring a packed lunch, plenty of water and snacks. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear.

Accessibility

This walk is approximately 6 miles long. There are some steep inclines and challenging climbs along the route, including areas not accessible to wheelchairs.

Other

Your history guide will be walking at a reasonable pace between informational sections. There will be water breaks and a lunch break along the route. There are restrooms near the café and at the Stables but not around the wider estate. Dogs are welcome on leads. We’d ask you to consider the suitability of the tour for your dog before bringing them. The guide will be talking throughout the tour, which may not be suitable for dogs who require more attention and the walk covers a large area with inclines.

Upcoming events

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Easter egg hunt at Gibside 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Gibside on an Easter trail.

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on
18 Apr to 22 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 4 other dates or times
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North East in Blossom 2025: Blossom and Blooms walk at Gibside 

Learn more about blossom and gardening on this self-guided nature walk around Gibside.

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on
18 Apr to 1 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 44 other dates or times
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History talk - an introduction to the history of Gibside 

Get a taste for the history of Gibside with a Guided Walk volunteer.

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on
22 Apr to 30 May 2025
at
10:30 to 11:00
+ 25 other dates or times
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Tuesday health walk at Gibside 

A gentle guided stroll at Gibside.

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on
22 Apr to 30 Dec 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 36 other dates or times