History walk - the story of Gibside
Dive into the history of Gibside and take a walk with a Guided Walk volunteer around the 18th century landscape garden.
- Booking advisable
- Free event (admission applies)
Important note: while we try to run a walk every Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, this is not always possible. Our walks are run by a small volunteer team. If you are visiting Gibside for a history walk, please check the walk is running by calling 07712535938.
Hear the compelling story of Gibside's rise and fall and explore the estate where you'll be immersed in the stories of some of its extraordinary characters. It's a tale of intrigue, strife, deception and courage, all woven into the landscape, industry and history of the region.
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
Subject to availability.
Time: 1pm. Duration: 60 - 90 minutes.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Booking details
Call 07712535938
- Meeting point
Meet at the second-hand bookshop in the Market Place.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear weather appropriate clothing.
- Accessibility
The walking route is accessible to all. The tours go no further than the end of the Avenue, opposite Gibside Hall.
Upcoming events
Landscape tour
Join us on a guided tour of the 18th century landscape garden and visualise the grandeur that once was the pride of George Bowes.
History talk - an introduction to the history of Gibside
Get a taste for the history of Gibside with a Guided Walk volunteer.
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Join us this Festival of Blossom and May half term for a family scavenger hunt all about butterflies and moths.
Festival of Blossom: meet the beekeepers at Gibside
Drop in to meet our resident beekeepers and learn about the role of honeybees as pollinators during the Festival of Blossom.