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October Half Term: Tales from the Shadows at Seaton Delaval Hall

Step into the shadows as the Basement and Stables transform into a world of mysterious tales and curious characters. Explore immersive scenes inspired by ghostly legends, wicked witches, giant spiders and creatures that lurk in the darkness.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Follow the interactive trail through the Hall’s hidden spaces, discover the stories waiting around every corner, and enjoy family-friendly Halloween fun with costumes and imaginative play on the West Wing stage.

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Upcoming events

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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30 Sep to 18 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 14 other dates or times

History Hunters: Home Ed sessions 

Home educating in Northumberland or North Tyneside? Join us for a relaxed afternoon of history, creativity and discovery, with drop-in crafts, self-led trails and family-friendly tours inspired by architect, Sir John Vanbrugh.

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1 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 14:00

Vanbrugh 300: Sandy Nairne, Sir Charles Saumarez Smith and Mark Newman 

Introduced by Sandy Nairne, Vanbrugh scholar Sir Charles Saumarez Smith discusses Vanbrugh’s career and links to Seaton Delaval Hall. Archaeologist Mark Newman shares how investigations have provided insight into Vanbrugh’s involvement in the hall.

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1 Oct 2026
at 18:45 to 20:30

Vanbrugh 300: John Vanbrugh and the Queen’s Theatre in the Haymarket 

An illustrated talk from Dr Annette Rubery and Dr Nicholas Helm on John Vanbrugh’s ambitious Queen’s Theatre (1705), exploring how its daring design united architecture, opera and drama—and why this bold experiment mattered.

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8 Oct 2026
at 18:30 to 19:45