Holywell: Delaval Discoveries Wider Estate Walk
Join us for our regular wider estate walks to discover more about the Delavals and their local interests. Take in delightful views across the landscape and find out more about the area's history.
- Booking essential
This circular walk of just over four miles will give you the chance to explore the wider estate of Seaton Delaval Hall. Along the way, discover numerous points of interest, including a Norman church, castle ruins and Holywell Pond nature reserve.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All tickets | £5.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Recommended age 10+
- Meeting point
Meet at Visitor Welcome
- What to bring and wear
Please wear weather-appropriate, outdoor footwear. Heels are not recommended for this uneven and often muddy terrain. Paths can become waterlogged in places; waterproofs recommended in wet weather.
- Accessibility
This walk includes steps, uneven terrain and stiles and is therefore unsuitable for those requiring access support.
- Other
This walk takes in farmland where livestock grazes. Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate any dogs, including access dogs. Tickets are for wider estate walk only and do not provide admission into Seaton Delaval Hall.
Upcoming events
Summer of Play at Seaton Delaval Hall
Find a whole lot of fun, theatricality, drama and mischief at Seaton Delaval Hall this summer. Like a party from the Delavals' Georgian heyday, expect the unexpected with pop up activities throughout from Saturday 19 July – Sunday 31 August.
Summer of Play: Meet the Monster Circus and have-a-go with puppeteer, Georgia Hill
Roll up to meet the Monster Circus! Each of Georgia’s friendly monster puppet possesses the ability to perform a circus act. Your job is to become the puppeteers and bring the circus to life!
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.
Archaeology documentation
Visit the Mahogany Room off the Entrance Hall to see our Conservation Team at work, cleaning, documenting and safely storing archaeological finds from the Curtain Rises project.