Seaton Delaval Hall, one of the North East's greatest houses, has had an interesting history since it was built by famous architect, Sir John Vanbrugh, in 1719. It has survived major fires and two world wars, but now it needs your help to shape its future!

The Hall will be sold privately if the National Trust cannot step in and save it for the nation. There is a very real risk that this 1000 year old estate will be broken up and the potential for greater visitor access and community use will be lost forever. Instead, the atmosphere of the place could be ruined by inappropriate development.

This is an exciting chance to get involved in securing a special part of Northumberland’s heritage. The National Trust needs to raise £6.3m to save Seaton Delaval Hall before the end of the year. Your donations or fundraising efforts will help to ensure the Hall, its gardens and green space, become a hub for the local community and a place for everyone to enjoy.

We’d love to hear your views on Seaton Delaval Hall. You can contribute to the discussion forum and questionnaire which have been launched by the Newcastle Journal, or you can email us direct at seatondelavalhall@nationaltrust.org.uk.

• To contribute to the appeal, you can also donate online now