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Delaval Discoveries: Potted History Talk

Join our expert guides daily for an introduction to the gay Delavals, the most notorious of Georgian partygoers and pranksters and discover the story behind Sir John Vanbrugh's 300 year old masterpiece.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join our free daily talk for an introduction to Seaton Delaval Hall's colourful and creative history. Talk lasts approximately 30 minutes.

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The basics

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Meet at tours and talks meeting point at the top of the Lost Wing Path.

Upcoming events

Earth Compass 

A selection of works taken from the award-winning British Pavilion exhibition of the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025, GBR - Geology of Britannic Repair.

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25 Jun to 12 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 13 other dates or times

Vanbrugh 300 

This year we're celebrating Seaton Delaval Hall’s architect, Sir John Vanbrugh. Led by The Georgian Group, we’re joining five of his most significant creations for events commemorating the man known as the ‘rockstar of the English Baroque’.

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25 Jun to 18 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 83 other dates or times

Tots' Plots 

Join us for our free weekly drop-in gardening club for toddlers, packed full of activities whatever the weather. No need to book in advance, just turn up to enjoy our free weekly gardening session in the Community Kitchen Garden.

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26 Jun to 17 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 3 other dates or times

Delaval Discoveries: Gardens Tour 

Join us to discover how we care for this historic landscape. Explore the history of architect Sir John Vanbrugh's pleasure grounds and find out what's new and in bloom this month.

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26 Jun to 25 Sep 2026
at 14:00 to 15:00+ 3 other dates or times