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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’.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Together with Castle Howard, Blenheim Palace, Grimsthorpe Castle, Kimbolton Castle and Stowe House and supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, this year‑long festival honours Vanbrugh’s life, legacy, and theatrical architectural vision. Vanbrugh 300 is presented by The Georgian Group. Please see individual event listings for details.

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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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3 May 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00

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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on
3 May to 12 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 50 other dates or times

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.

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on
3 May to 17 Jul 2026
at 12:30 to 13:00+ 107 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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8 May to 17 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 10 other dates or times