Summer days at Beningbrough

Rolling down the bank on Beningbrough's south lawn — Come out to play at Beningbrough

The scene is set, summer is here. Pack up your picnic and grab your rugs. You may have to dodge the odd great British shower, but Beningbrough’s beautiful and extensive estate can be enjoyed inside and out.

A family day out

After a busy time charging around the wilderness play area den building and climbing trees, or a steady stroll around the gardens and parkland, shake out your rugs, lay out your picnics and relax on the south lawn.

You can grab some children’s lunch boxes, drinks and sandwiches from the restaurant or ice creams from the shop.

We also have a fun filled summer holiday programme throughout August in addition to all the usual adventures to be enjoyed in the hall and around the gardens.

Take a look at what activites are coming up

Summer holiday plans, come rain or shine

Don't let the typically varied British weather ruin your plans. With the hall, laundry, interactive galleries and hands-on activities - Beningbrough is pretty weather proof this summer.

Wonderful walled garden

If you're looking to explore the flora and fauna the pear arch is a welcoming sight into the tranquillity of the walled garden. It is now full of bergamot, catmint, alliums and lady's mantle to smell and to savour. The bees and butterflies will also be busy.

As you wander around the edge there are many of the herbs, fruits and vegetables that provide ingredients for our restaurant.

Beautiful borders bursting with colour

Bursting out from the borders are the striking Allium Cristophii, the impressive and towering Echiums dominate the Italian border along with the rich crimson Chilean lantern tree. Head to the south border for Rosa ‘City of York’, the beautiful white roses have been associated with the county of Yorkshire since the fourteenth century. These creamy white semi-double flowers are wonderfully fragrant, with a hint of lemon. Take a pause on the bench in front of them to soak in the scent. The Pergola is looking magnificant one year on and a real show stopper in the Andy Sturgeon design plans.

Video

Explore the Beningbrough gardens

Gardener Mark knows the formal gardens inside out. He's worked in the walled garden for over 20 years and knows all about out the produce we grow and seasonal wildlife. Join him for a short video looking at the summer highlights in some of the borders and what you might expect when visiting at different times of the year.

What to expect in the hall

Children walking downstairs at Beningbrough hall Yorkshire — Explore the magnificent baroque mansion from top to bottom

Rain or shine there is so much to enjoy in the house. On the ground floor explore parts of the historic collection and talk to the team about some of the stories of the people who have called Beningbrough home. On the first floor don't miss the current exhibition and upstairs, are have the hands-on galleries for all to experience.