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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

Meeting point

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

Upcoming events

Festival of Blossom 

Fall in love with blossom at Seaton Delaval Hall and across the North East this spring. Pick up a blossom map, take part in creative activities, or simply pause and enjoy the uplifting impact of the season.

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14 May to 7 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 18 other dates or times

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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14 May to 12 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 43 other dates or times

Festival of Blossom: The Secret Bats of Seaton Delaval Hall 

Discover the hidden world of bats through a thoughtful installation by artist Amy Dover, inviting you to look at the connections between wildlife, seasonal change and the landscapes around us.

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14 May to 7 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 18 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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14 May to 18 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 113 other dates or times