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Nostell
Georgian house, landscaped gardens, parkland and stables courtyard.
Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1QE
Important notice
Nostell will be closed on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 December due to forecast high winds. Father Christmas bookings have been cancelled (please check your email). Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Opening times for 21 December 2024
Asset Opening time House 11:00 - 15:30 Car Park 07:00 - 18:00 Garden 11:00 - 16:00 Park 07:00 17:00 Shop 10:00 - 16:00 Tea-room 09:00 - 16:00 Please note, last admission to the gardens and house is 3pm
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Ticket type Gift aid Standard Adult £13.20 £12.00 Child £6.60 £6.00 Family £33.00 £30.00 One adult and up to 3 children £19.80 £18.00 House or Gardens
Ticket type Gift aid Standard Adult £8.80 £8.00 Child £4.40 £4.00 Family £22.00 £20.00 One adult and up to 3 children £13.20 £12.00 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
Adventure playground/play area
Picnic area
Bookshop
Plant shop
Café
Shop
Car park
Tea-room
Dogs allowed
Assistance dogs only in the gardens and house.
Toilet
Family friendly
Mobility scooter rental available (bookable). Changing Places, baby change and disabled toilets in the courtyard. Buggy service. Assistance dogs only are permitted inside the gardens, house and woodland play area.
Accessible route and/or map
Level access/terrain
Accessible toilet
Lift
Changing Places
Powered mobility vehicle available
Designated parking
Ramped access/slopes
Induction loop
Seating available
Large print (guide or menu)
Steps/uneven terrain
Level access to food outlet
Transfer available
Level access to shop
Wheelchairs available
By road
on A638 towards Doncaster
Parking: £5 for non-members
Sat Nav: use WF4 1QE
On foot
via pedestrian entrance on the A638
By train
Fitzwilliam 1½ miles
By bus
Services from Wakefield to Doncaster. 485 Wakefield to South Emsall via Ackworth and 496 Wakefield to Upton via Fitzwilliam.
Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1QE
Planning your visit
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Family fun at Nostell
Get ready for a day out that's jam-packed with fun in the gardens, adventure play area and parkland at Nostell. Bring your bikes and explore the cycle trails through the woodland.
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Visiting Nostell with your dog
Nostell is a two pawprint rated place. Find out how to make the most of your visit to Nostell with your dog and why you and your canine friend will enjoy taking in the Yorkshire air here.
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Group visits to Nostell
There's a rich variety of things to see and do for groups of all ages at Nostell, from exploring lakes and woodlands to exploring the house and stables.
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Exploring the estate at Nostell
Follow the paths and tracks at Nostell to discover ancient woodland, an abundance of wildlife and rolling views across this enchanting Yorkshire landscape.
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Highlights
House
Created as an ambitious statement by the Winn family in the 18th century, the house showcases interiors by Robert Adam, a world-class Thomas Chippendale collection, a rare 18th century dolls' house, an exquisite painting of Sir Thomas More and his family, one of the first longcase clocks made by the famous inventor, John Harrison and the intricately decorated Hongs punch bowl.
Gardens and playground
Discover edible delights in the kitchen garden, relax in the rose garden and the walk through the gothic archway into the enchanting menagerie garden. The woodland adventure play area includes a 30-metre zip wire.
Parkland
Explore 300 acres of parkland and find ancient woodland, wildflower meadows and lakes bustling with birds. Test your cycle skills as you explore the woodland on two 1km bike-only trails, designed with families in mind. Take a walk up to the restored Obelisk Lodge.
Eating
Seasonally changing homemade lunches, tasty bakes and drinks are available seven days a week from the Courtyard café. The Bite to Eat outlet is open on weekends and holiday for drinks, light bites, snacks and ice creams.
Shopping
Head to the shop in the corner of the courtyard and discover a wide range of gifts, homeware, books and plants, featuring handcrafted ranges made by local artists. Browse the shelves in the second-hand bookshop and discover your new favourite read.
Spotlight events
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Christmas at Nostell
Find out about Father Christmas, the Twelve Days of Christmas, garden sculptures, the gingerbread village, magical fairy doors and more.
Things to see and do
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Things to see in the gardens at Nostell
Discover edible delights in the kitchen garden, unwind beside the orangery or escape to the menagerie garden before exploring the winding paths of the pleasure grounds.
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Visiting the house at Nostell
Explore one of the grandest houses in the north of England, furnished by Thomas Chippendale and home to one of the few remaining doll's houses from the 18th century, and a rare John Harrison clock.
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Exploring the estate at Nostell
Follow the paths and tracks at Nostell to discover ancient woodland, an abundance of wildlife and rolling views across this enchanting Yorkshire landscape.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Nostell
Visit the Courtyard Café with its range of seasonal treats, then head to the National Trust shop, where there’s a range of products inspired by the places we care for.
Outdoor activities
Activity
Cycling at Nostell
Discover the cycling trails at Nostell and explore the estate on two wheels.
Top trails
Trail
Nostell Obelisk walk
Take a wander through Nostell's picturesque parkland and its mosaic of natural habitats, from ancient woodland to colourful wildflower meadows.
Trail
Menagerie Garden walk at Nostell
Traverse the pretty lakeside paths that meander through the Nostell estate in Yorkshire. On the way, discover the Menagerie Garden which used to be home to exotic birds and monkeys.
Places to stay
Hardcastle Lodge
This cosy Victorian cottage, at the entrance to the Hardcastle Crags estate, has wooded valley views.
Widdop Gate Barn
A carefully-restored retreat with original features with views of rolling hills and the Hardcastle Crags valley.
The Victorian Laundry
A bright and airy two-bedroom apartment at the heart of Beningbrough Hall estate, 45 metres from the main house.
Draper's Flat
Sitting in the centre of bustling and historic York, with views of York Minster, Draper’s is a contemporary style first floor apartment in a medieval building.
Upcoming events
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Weekend Father Christmas
Book your tickets for a magical and memorable experience meeting Father Christmas as he relaxes in his cosy Nostell den.
About Nostell
Nostell's Georgian house is home to a huge collection, including six of the "125 Treasures" explored in the Trust's recent book. Discover the detail of our globally-renowned dolls' house alongside a wealth of mastercrafts including decorative interiors by Robert Adam, one of the first long case clocks made by John Harrison and world-class collection of Chippendale furniture.
Nostell's 300 acres of gardens and parkland include wildflower meadows, rippling lakes and majestic woodland, from the winding paths of the menagerie garden to the regimented beds in the working kitchen garden that supplies the courtyard cafe. Entry charges apply to the gardens - see price tab for details.
The gardens are home to the adventure play area (charges apply - see above). Retail therapy is on offer in the courtyard shop seven days a week and the secondhand book shop as many days as possible.
History
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The history of Nostell
Step back in time and discover the history of Nostell Priory in West Yorkshire, built by the Winn family to advance their social status.
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Who was Thomas Chippendale?
Thomas Chippendale is one of the most influential furniture-makers in English history. Discover his story, from humble beginnings to becoming the 'Shakespeare of furniture'.
Art and collections
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Nostell's collection
Learn about the fabulous furnishings, paintings by world-renowned artists, ornate plasterwork and rare examples of early nautical clocks among the collection at this opulent home.
Support us
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Volunteering opportunities at Nostell
From conservation projects to keeping the garden spic and span through the seasons, there’s a lot to get involved in at 18th-century Nostell.