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

Upcoming events

Heartwood by Shona Branigan: An artistic response to the felling of the Sycamore Gap tree 

The first artistic response to the felling of the Sycamore Gap tree, Heartwood captures the essence of this iconic and beloved tree and the impression it left on those who connected with it.

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23 Apr to 3 May 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 8 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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23 Apr to 18 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 128 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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24 Apr to 17 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 12 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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29 Apr to 12 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 54 other dates or times