Meander through gorgeous gardens
During her time living at Gibside, Georgian's richest heiress, Mary Eleanor Bowes, devoted her time to the gardens; commissioning plant expeditions, incorporating exotic plants and even growing some here.
Sports at Gibside
If you're looking for a place where you can let off some steam, there's miles of paths here as well as woodland. Plus, every weekend we host a parkrun and Great Run Local
Eating at Gibside
The Cafe in Market Place is the main eatery within Gibside offering sandwiches, salads, scones and cakes. At the Stables, there is a wonderful little coffee shop where you can indulge in some treats too, and during the school holidays and weekends there is a kiosk open at Strawberry Castle play area. Perfect for ice cream.
Glamp at Cut Thorn Farm
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.