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Wallington
Discover Wallington, where a historical house meets rolling hills, woodlands and a walled garden.
Cambo, near Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 4AR
Important notice
Please note: the Play Train is closed however all other play areas (Play Fort, Adventure Play Area and Little Acorns) are open as normal.
Opening times for 15 April 2025
Asset Opening time House 11:30 - 15:30 Café 10:00 - 17:00 Car Park 10:00 - 17:00 Estate 10:00 - 17:00 Woodland 10:00 - 17:00 Shop 11:00 - 17:00 Walled garden 10:00 - 17:00 MTWTFSS311234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829301234OpenPartially openClosedMain season admission prices
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £22.00 £20.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £11.00 £10.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £55.00 £50.00 Family One Adult £33.00 £30.00 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
- Adventure playground/play area
- Bookshop
- Café
- Car park
- Dogs allowed
- Electric vehicle charging point
- Family friendly
- Kiosk
- Plant shop
- Shop
- Toilet
Mobility parking in main car park and Walled Garden, accessible parking next to the Walled Garden, mobility scooter hire, adapted toilet in courtyard. Partly accessible grounds as there are some steep slopes, loose gravel and uneven woodland paths and steps. We have a small number of scooters available to book with no charge, donations are welcome. Please email wallington@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01670 773606 to book 48 hours in advance .
- Accessible route and/or map
- Accessible toilet
- Designated parking
- Drop-off point
- Induction loop
- Large print (guide or menu)
Large print version of the Welcome Leaflet available from Visitor Welcome.
- Level access to food outlet
- Level access to shop
- Level access/terrain
- Powered mobility vehicle available
- Ramped access/slopes
- Seating available
- Steps/uneven terrain
- Wheelchairs available
- By road
A1 north to Newcastle then 20 miles north-west (A696, airport/Ponteland road), and turn off on B6342 to Cambo. A1 south to Morpeth (A192) then 12 miles west (B6343)
Parking: Car parking is free for members and is included in the ticket price for non-members. Twelve 11kW electric vehicle charging points are available in the main car park. Chargers can be accessed using the mobile app ChargePoint (download before arrival), RFID card, or contactless payment device. Visit our EV charging provider RAW Charging's website www.rawcharging.com/drivers to download the app in advance. Drivers will require their own cables to charge.
- By bus
From Morpeth: Arriva 419 - a new circular bus route from Morpeth every Saturday from 29 March 2025 to run all year round. Bus charges apply for all passengers. Non-National Trust members arriving at Wallington on this bus service will receive 20% discount on their admission fee. View the timetable
From Newcastle: Go North East X75 - the X75 Go North East bus service is returning and will run every Saturday from 19 April until 6 September 2025 from Newcastle Bus Station via Belsay Hall. This service is free to use again this year, and non-National Trust members will receive a 20% discount on their admission. View the timetable
- Cycling
National Route 10 ‘Reivers Cycle Route’ is about 1km away. Plan your cycle route with Good Journey Find out more about exploring car-free
- Car-free
Travel the green way and help us preserve this amazing place. Plan your car-free visit with Good Journey Find out more about exploring car-free
Planning your visit
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What you need to know about visiting Wallington
Find out all about what you can see and do as well as some practical information to help you plan your visit to Wallington.
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Visiting Wallington with your dog
Wallington is a two pawprint rated place. If you're planning a visit to Wallington with your dog(s), be sure to pick up a new Pooch Passport on your next walk. Find out more about where you can walk your dog at Wallington, from the miles of parkland and woodland trails to the historic walled garden.
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Family activities at Wallington
There's lots to keep the family entertained at Wallington, whatever the season. Look out for wildlife on the River Walk, zoom along the Dragon cycle trail or go wild in one of the four play areas. This spring, you can also explore the Easter trail around the Courtyard and West Wood with lots of fun nature-inspired activities to do along the way. Don't forget our impressive selection of splashy puddles on soggy days; we've got the mud if you've got the wellies! For rumbling tummies, why not make a stop in West Wood and enjoy a tasty pizza from the wood-fired pizza trailer?
What's on at Wallington
Wallington has a varied programme of activities and events all year round. Find out what's on.
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Highlights
House
Once home of Sir Charles Philips Trevelyan, Socialist MP and ‘illogical Englishman’ and his unconventional family. Home to wonderful ceramics and book collections, with the impressive Central Hall showcasing the story of Northumberland.
Walled Garden
The Walled Garden is truly a garden for all seasons, full of colourful borders. The garden is planted for nature, so look out for a variety of butterflies, bees and other wildlife.
Woodlands
East Wood is full of winding woodland walks and attractive ponds whilst the West Wood is home to the wildlife hide, wellbeing woods and four play areas.
Play areas
With four fab play areas, there's plenty of outdoor adventures to be had with your family. Enjoy the adventure play area with zip line, play fort and rope bridge, play train and station platform and the Little Acorns play space.
Cycle trails
Explore the Dragon cycle trail on two wheels. There are two family-friendly routes to choose from, an easy 1.5km green route that's perfect for little legs, or a more challenging but still family-friendly 4.5km blue route. Cycle hire is available (seasonal opening hours apply.)
Clocktower cafe
The perfect place to relax and treat yourself on your visit. With a wide menu of hot and cold food and drink, including those all important National Trust scones.
Gift shops
In Wallington's shops you'll find a wide selection of quality gifts and homeware, as well as artisan local products and locally-grown plants.
Things to see and do
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Family activities at Wallington
There's lots to keep the family entertained at Wallington, whatever the season. Look out for wildlife on the River Walk, zoom along the Dragon cycle trail or go wild in one of the four play areas. This spring, you can also explore the Easter trail around the Courtyard and West Wood with lots of fun nature-inspired activities to do along the way. Don't forget our impressive selection of splashy puddles on soggy days; we've got the mud if you've got the wellies! For rumbling tummies, why not make a stop in West Wood and enjoy a tasty pizza from the wood-fired pizza trailer?
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Things to see and do in the garden at Wallington
Discover the colourful, fragrant plants in the Walled Garden, take in the different spaces and areas and look out for the peaceful Mary Pool.
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Things to see and do in the house at Wallington
Step inside the house to uncover the fascinating stories of those who lived here, told through their collection of artworks, books, ceramics and curiosities.
Outdoor activities
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Outdoor activities at Wallington
Reconnect with nature at Wallington and explore miles of footpaths along rivers and through woodland, bring your bikes and try the cycling trail and spot wildlife including red squirrels and otters.
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Tips for walking near livestock at Wallington
The wider estate at Wallington has several cattle and sheep farms. Read our guide to staying safe around the animals when you’re walking along the estate's footpaths and trails.
Top trails
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Wannie Line walk
Follow this circular walk along the Wannie and Rothbury railway lines and discover Wallington's post-industrial landscape.
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River walk at Wallington
A short, easy walk along the River Wansbeck and around the Wallington Estate in Northumberland.
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Wallington Dragon cycle trail
Explore the wider Wallington estate on the Dragon cycle trail: pedal across Broom House Farm's fields, whizz through the woods and enjoy far-reaching views across Northumberland.
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Greenleighton Moor walk
Enjoy this challenging but invigorating walk across moorland, around the shores of Fontburn Reservoir and past some of Wallington's oldest archaeological sites.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Wallington
Stop by the Clocktower Café at Wallington for a selection of hot and cold drinks, and homemade bakes. Then browse the shop for gifts, books, homewares and more.
Places to stay
Wash House Cottage
A light and cosy cottage in Wallington’s courtyard, surrounded by walking and cycling trails.
Laundry Cottage
The perfect location for long days exploring the outdoors as well as rest and relaxation amongst nature.
Rothley Lakehouse
A luxury lakefront cottage that’s steeped in history and surrounded by stunning views.
Eskeleth
An idyllic holiday spot, this restored farmworker's cottage on the Wallington Estate is perfect for a peaceful getaway.
Bolt Cottage
A cosy stone cottage in the beautiful grounds of the Wallington estate, perfect for walkers, cyclists and wildlife lovers.
Upcoming events
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Easter egg hunt at Wallington
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Wallington on an Easter trail.
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Cycle hire at Wallington
Hire a bike and explore the Dragon cycle trail at Wallington from Saturday 5 April.
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Wallington house attic tours
See a part of the house not normally open to the public on the house attic tour.
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Beaver enclosure safari at Wallington
Following the arrival of beavers at Wallington in the summer of 2023, the first in Northumberland for over 400 years, we're delighted to be working with Wild Intrigue to bring you beaver enclosure safaris.
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Live music from Phoenix 4 at Wallington
We're excited to announce that Phoenix 4 are playing live in the Central Hall this April.
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Learn to Nordic walk at Wallington
Learn to Nordic walk at Wallington this year with the team from Strolls with Poles. Enjoy the scenery around Wallington whilst learning this wonderful new skill.
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Tunes in the blooms - summer music at Wallington
Come along and enjoy live music from local musicians in the glorious surroundings of the Walled Garden every Sunday in June.
About Wallington
Gifted to you by Sir Charles Philips Trevelyan, Socialist MP and ‘illogical Englishman’, the 13,500-acre estate has something for everyone. The Trevelyans loved being outdoors and close to nature. The house is surrounded by an informal landscape of lawns, lakes, woodland, parkland and farmland, just waiting to be explored.
Visit the impressive home of Sir Charles and discover more about this remarkable man. You can explore the history of Northumberland in huge pre-Raphaelite paintings around the Central Hall or take time to discover the beautiful furniture, treasured collections and quirky curiosities in each room.
Don't miss the hidden walled garden, nestled in the woods. It was beloved by Lady Mary Trevelyan and remains a beautiful haven whatever the season. Enter through Neptune's Gate, sweep down the stone staircase, by the Mary Pool and soak up the tranquil atmosphere. Wander past colourful borders and enjoy the newly created storytelling garden.
Enjoy being active outdoors on the Dragon cycle trail. Take to one of the many scenic walks including the river walk. Enjoy wild play in the West Wood with four play areas, visit the family-friendly wildlife hide and look out for red squirrels.
History
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The Blacketts and the history of Wallington
Discover how key members of the Blackett family were instrumental in remodelling the Wallington Estate into the house and grounds we know today.
Our work
Wilder Wallington – a place that works for people and nature
Wallington is going big! Wilder Wallington is a landscape-scale nature renewal project across the whole estate and beyond, aiming to capture carbon, reverse the decline in biodiversity and the impacts of climate change, and provide a place where nature and people to thrive together.
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Pine marten conservation at Wallington
The pine marten was once a familiar feature of English woodlands and plays an important role in keeping our woodlands healthy and balanced. It's thought that the species was once the country’s second most common carnivore (after the weasel), but due to habitat loss and hunting it's now the second rarest (after the wildcat). Here at Wallington we're working in partnership with Vincent Wildlife Trust to encourage the natural expansion of pine martens into the Wallington Estate.
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Beaver reintroduction at Wallington
Wallington has reintroduced beavers to the estate in an effort to renew and restore nature in the hope that they will help create a wildlife-rich wetland landscape. Over a year and a half after their release, find out what changes we have seen in the enclosure.
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Red squirrel conservation at Wallington
The long-term recovery of red squirrels remains a top priority for us here at Wallington and is part of a wider nature recovery programme. Our rangers and volunteers work across the entire estate safeguarding and supporting the variety of native species that call this special place home; read about our red squirrel conservation programme.
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Saving the native white-clawed crayfish
Find out more about our significant conservation project aimed at protecting the native white-clawed crayfish, now classified as endangered and at risk of extinction.
Our Dream Farm
Following on from series 1 in 2024, where the team at Wallington were looking for a new farm tenant, Matt Baker's Our Dream Farm returned to Channel 4's screens this month for series 2. Our colleagues over in Wales have been searching for a tenant farmer to manage Llyndy Isaf, a 600-acre farm in Eryri (Snowdonia). The series features seven shortlisted applicants applying for a tenancy on the estate. We can't wait to follow the hopeful applicants on their journey.
Support us
Adopt a plot
Nature gives us life: through the supply of clean water, the pollination of our crops, the air that we breathe. But our islands are in danger and we’ve seen a higher depletion of nature here than almost anywhere else in the world. Adopt a Plot is a small way you can take a big step towards bringing back nature. From £7.50 a month, you can help renew a nature super site. These six sites, including Wallington, spread across the UK, have been specially selected for their potential to restore nature across whole landscapes. Find out more.
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Volunteering opportunities at Wallington
Find out all about the volunteering opportunities on offer at Wallington