What's on at Nostell
Interior Worlds: Behind the Glass
Join us as we celebrate “the Shakespeare of furniture”, Thomas Chippendale, and unravel the stories behind his ornate pier glass at the heart of the State Apartment.
Wed 22 May 2019
+ 119 other dates
11:00-16:00
Health walk
Enjoy an hour's walk around Nostell's picturesque parkland.
Thu 23 May 2019
+ 63 other dates
10:30-11:30
Parkrun
A free weekly 5km run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in.
Sat 25 May 2019
+ 31 other dates
09:00-10:00
Obelisk Marbling
The spirit of Chippendale lives on! In partnership with The Hepworth Wakefield, we've commission contemporary artist Giles Round to explore Chippendale's legacy and the relationships between art, design and the domestic sphere.
Sat 25 May 2019
+ 47 other dates
11:00-16:00
Wakefield District Cycle Forum: Steady cycle ride
Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for a bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond.
Sun 26 May 2019
+ 7 other dates
10:00-13:00
Wakefield District Cycle Forum: Easy cycle ride
Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for a bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond.
Mon 27 May 2019
+ 14 other dates
10:00-13:00
Get wild! Den building
Kick off your May half-term with den building in Joiner's Wood.
Mon 27 May 2019
11:00-15:00
Get wild! Bug hunting
Learn a little about looking after the Nostell's wildlife and explore the parkland this May half-term with a wild day outdoors.
Tue 28 May 2019
11:00-15:00
Mirror, Mosaic, Make: Family Workshop
Look into our amazing mirror and get inspired. Join Laura Barnes Art for this family-friendly mosaic-making session.
Wed 29 May 2019
10:00-12:30
+ other times
Wakefield District Cycle Forum cycle skills
Join in the Summer of Sport with Wakefield District Cycle Forum.
Wed 29 May 2019
+ 5 other dates
11:00-15:00
Dovetail, Biscuit, Splat
Roll up your sleeves this holiday and get creating at Nostell with crafts and activities inspired by the arts, furniture and history of the house.
Thu 30 May 2019
+ 1 other date
12:00-15:00
Carving and campfires: family green woodworking day
Calling all budding bushcrafters! Soak up nature’s scents and sounds as you carve your own wooden creation and get cooking on the campfire, in partnership with MC Woodcraft.
Fri 31 May 2019
10:00-13:00
+ other times
Pedal in the park
Fancy getting into cycling but want a gentle start? Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for an easy bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond the Nostell estate.
Sun 02 Jun 2019
+ 4 other dates
10:00-11:00
Explorer Family Walks
From the start of June, Nostell will be running walks specially designed for the whole family to enjoy. Led by staff or volunteers, they’re a great way to get kids active in the great outdoors after school.
Thu 06 Jun 2019
+ 5 other dates
16:00-16:30
Parkland walk
Explore Nostell's changing seasons, wildlife, landscape and history in this 2.5 mile guided parkland walk.
Sat 08 Jun 2019
+ 4 other dates
14:00-15:30
Bioblitz
Bring the whole family to Nostell's annual bioblitz event to help look after the resident wildlife here.
Sun 09 Jun 2019
10:00-16:00
Upstairs Downstairs tour
Join this behind-the-scenes tour to see parts of the house not normally open to visitors.
Sun 09 Jun 2019
+ 3 other dates
13:30-15:00
Nostell Nestlings
Join in fortnightly stories, crafts and outdoor activities with your mini adventurers, especially for children under 4.
Wed 12 Jun 2019
+ 12 other dates
10:30-11:30
Behind the scenes Stables tours
Learn all about the Winn family's love of horses and the hidden areas of the stable block that visitors don't normally see.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
+ 6 other dates
14:00-15:00
Mirror, Mosaic, Make: Adult workshop
Take inspiration from the conservation of the Chippendale Pier Glass and work with Laura Barnes to design and create your own individual mosaic piece.
Sun 23 Jun 2019
10:30-16:00
Meet the Gardener
Learn a few secrets from Nostell's kitchen gardener, from growing giant onions to the perfect potatoes.
Tue 25 Jun 2019
+ 6 other dates
13:00-14:00
Summer Nights Film Festival
Enjoy hot food fresh from our BBQ or bring a picnic and a settle under the stars for an open air film on the vista.
Fri 12 Jul 2019
+ 1 other date
18:30-23:00
Mark’s Gardening Masterclass
Join Kitchen Gardener Mark for this practical session and pick up top tips for summer time in your garden
Thu 18 Jul 2019
09:00-12:00
Family parkland walk
Explore Nostell's wildlife, landscape and history in this 2 mile family-friendly guided parkland walk.
Sat 10 Aug 2019
+ 1 other date
14:00-15:30
Bat walk
Join a family-friendly guided night-time walk through the gardens, spotting our furry friends and all sorts of nocturnal residents including frogs and owls.
Fri 30 Aug 2019
+ 1 other date
20:15-22:00