Gibside

It’s 100 years since our ancestors fought for and won the right for some women to vote in a British Parliamentary election. We’re marking the centenary of this step forward in equal rights by exploring women’s history and celebrating the achievements of inspirational women. Step forward, Mary Eleanor Bowes...

This summer through contemporary art by artists Fiona Curran and Andrew Burton, we're celebrating Mary Eleanor Bowes. Meander around the gardens and delve into Gibside's past with us through these fantastic artworks.

Explore over 600 acres of gardens, woodlands, buildings and an evocative ruin. This is a rare example of an eighteenth-century landscaped garden, and there is much to see here.

The summer holidays are fast approaching and we've got lots of fun activities planned that are perfect for the whole family to take part in. To find out what's on and when, read here.

From staying open late to guided walks and outdoor theatre. There's lots to take part in at Gibside this summer, and it's all about spending time with loved ones and having a fantastic time.

It's survey time. The conservation team are busy conducting a range of surveys, with some fantastic results. It's also the perfect time for wildlife spotting and we've pulled together some of the highlights.

Gibside is the ideal place to celebrate your special day, in the great outdoors; packed full of adventure, discovery and lots of fun. We have four themes on offer, with each one lasting for two hours. Which one will you choose?

Relax with friends and family at Gibside. At the main cafe, you can stay cosy by the log burners while you enjoy a cuppa and perhaps some cake. At the Stables, there is a small cafe, ideal for a mid-walk snack, and a cheeky scone.

The weather is improving and it's a great time to enjoy your garden. If you're looking to enhance your outdoor retreat we have lots of plants for sale that could appeal. There's also gorgeous summery scarfs and handmade soap from Oakwood Soaperie, who happens to have an office here.

Join us for a day of learning with a difference. This 600 acre historic garden will become your classroom for the day (or two if you are staying over). You can enjoy extraordinary and inspirational experiences by being in the great outdoors and getting close to nature and wildlife.

Stay somewhere marvelous in 2018. Here, a school or group of up to 38 can stay within the Stable block at Gibside. And on your doorstop? A Georgian garden awaits you. It's packed full of adventure, wildlife and fun.

Now is the time when the rangers conduct a whole range of wildlife surveys including butterfly (there are 18 species here), newts (we are lucky to provide a home to the Great Crested Newt), birds, bats and more. The data they collect helps to indicate any changes in populations, climate, land use, or other environmental changes.

After a wet and snowy winter, the gardening team can spent a lot of time repairing certain areas and closing places to allow re-growth after general wear and tear. As you're walking around, you may notice newly manicured edges and new grass growing through. Please take care and help us to keep Gibside looking great.

If like us, you're never quite ready for the adventure to end, tucked away within Gibside is Cut Thorn Farm where you'll find a yurt village. Here, you can stay in a Mongolian yurt or The Shepherds Hut. They're cosy, offer cooking facilities and allow you to enjoy the great outdoors for longer.

Whether it's in the wild countryside at Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland or tucked away at Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire, you can choose from over 400 holiday cottages, bunkhouses and campsites around the UK. Think cabins by the sea, manor houses and even a lighthouse. When you opt to stay with us, you're helping to look after these special places too. Go on, stay somewhere extraordinary.