East Riddlesden Hall

Spring flowers in bloom at East Riddlesden Hall

Important notice -

The gardens and tea-room are open Saturday - Wednesday and the house is open Saturday - Tuesday. We no longer have a booking system in place. Please note we are running a limited menu from the tea-room Saturday 24 July - Wednesday 28 July.

Historic house and intimate gardens, a hidden oasis on the edge of a West Yorkshire town

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Children discovering a hidden door in the garden at East Riddlesden Hall

What to expect on a visit to East Riddlesden Hall  

We're looking forward to welcoming you this summer. You no longer need to book to visit East Riddlesden Hall. The gardens and tea room are open Saturday - Wednesday, the house is open Saturday - Tuesday. Face coverings are not compulsory but we recommend that you wear one in any area on your visit that is enclosed and crowded. Take a look here to find out everything you need to know before visiting.

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Things to see and do

A bench in the gardens at East Riddlesden Hall

The gardens at East Riddlesden Hall  

Relax in a deck chair and soak up the sights, sounds and smells of summer at East Riddlesden Hall. Discover more about the gardens here.

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The house at East Riddlesden Hall 

Explore the intimate 17th century manor house, which was once at the heart of the agricultural estate of Riddlesden. Find out more about the history of East Riddlesden Hall and what to expect on a visit to the house here.

Children running in the gardens at East Riddlesden Hall

Family fun at East Riddlesden Hall 

From getting messy in the mud pie kitchen to having fun with 50 things activities, there's lots of fun to be had at East Riddlesden Hall. If you’re visiting with the kids this summer, here are some adventures for you to enjoy.

Outdoor theatre: Macbeth  

Join in the drama this summer with an outdoor performance of Macbeth, set against the beautiful backdrop of East Riddlesden Hall. On Wednesday 18 August, enjoy the breathless and brilliant tragedy, performed by the Lord Chamberlain's Men.

Join in the drama
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Eating and shopping

A slice of Victoria sponge cake

The tea-room at East Riddlesden Hall 

A day out at East Riddlesden Hall isn’t complete without a visit to the tea room. We'll be serving up a selection of hot drinks, sandwiches, cakes and homemade scones for you to enjoy, whether you're sitting outdoors after a walk with the dog or inside the historic bothy.

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Weddings

Row of tables and chairs under oak beams

Weddings at East Riddlesden Hall 

With a romantic barn festooned in twinkling lights, intimate gardens and the historic house reflected in the pond, East Riddlesden Hall could be the perfect wedding venue for your special day.

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Get involved

A volunteer clearing leaves from the gardens at East Riddlesden Hall

Volunteering at East Riddlesden Hall 

Our volunteers are a vital part of the team. From welcoming visitors and sharing the stories of the house to caring for our gardens, we couldn’t do what we do without them. Find out how you can get involved and start your volunteering journey with the National Trust here.

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History

Discover the stories that make this such a special place.

The house 

Discover more about the changes that have been made to the house over the years and learn more about some of the families that once lived here.

The two donors of East Riddlesden Hall

Local heroes 

Discover how, through the generosity of two local brothers, thousands of years worth of history has been saved for us to enjoy today.

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