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Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links

Step into Crook Hall Gardens' past on a guided tour.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join volunteer Chris for a guided tour of Crook Hall Gardens and the medieval hall. Learn about the history of the home, all the way back 1217, when it first appears in written records. Hear about some of the fascinating families who lived here over the centuries and discover the hall’s surprising literary connections.

Free, included with admission to the gardens. Donations welcome.

Please note: Tours are run by a small volunteer team, so occasional dates need to be cancelled each month. If you are visiting to attend a tour, please confirm it is going ahead by calling in advance on 0191 383 1832.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Meet at the admissions hut by the entrance of Crook Hall Gardens.

What to bring and wear

This is an outdoor event. We recommend weather appropriate clothing and shoes.

Accessibility

Winding, narrow or uneven paths make some areas inaccessible to wheelchair users.

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