Washington Old Hall

Visitors in the Orchard at Washington Old Hall, Tyne & Wear

Manor house associated with the family of George Washington, first president of the USA

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Visit an exhibition at Washington Old Hall

The seventeenth-century manor house, Washington Old Hall, Tyne & Wear

Celebrating Washington Old Hall 

Last year we celebrated 60 years since this special place came into the National Trust's care. With your support we're continuing a legacy of keeping it open for everyone to enjoy and to help us, you shared your memories with us. Thank you.

An illustration by Cyril Lomax

Cyril Lomax: Life at the Somme 1916 

'Cyril Lomax: Life at the Somme 1916' displays images and diary extracts from local reverend, Cyril Lomax. Conceived by Friends of Washington Old Hall Bill Arbuckle and Ged Parker, it is open until Monday 31 October.

A family browsing the Hall

US Forces and North East England in the Great War 

Open until 3 September, delve deep into connections between the US forces during World War 1 and the North East of England. Look at US airmen training in Northumberland, US warships on the Tyne and details about the many recent emigrants to the US from the North East who were drafted into the US Army.

Hallowe'en activities during October half-term

Child at a Halloween event

Hallowe'en activities at Washington Old Hall 

During October half-term there will be an activity on every day, 11am - 3pm. Join the team and expect lots of creepy crafts and pumpkin carving.

The world as seen from the inside of a pumpkin lantern

Sunderland Film Shorts - Fright Night Hallowe'en Screening 

We're celebrating All Hallows' Eve in style. Right here at Washington Old Hall we are thrilled to be screening a handpicked selection of short films from 2017s entries, showcasing the finest emerging and established short filmmaking talent from around the corner and across the world.

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What's on 

Upcoming events

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Tricky tales trails

Tue 24 Oct 2017
11:00-15:00
Let your imagination run wild writing spooky stories with us this Hallowe'en. Follow the trail around our gardens and collect the clues to create your tales.

Hallowe'en Half Term Holidays

Tue 24 Oct 2017
11:00-15:00
Come and join us for Hallowe'en half term, there are lots of activities for the whole family

Nature Nuttery - Hold a scary beast

Fri 27 Oct 2017
11:00-15:00
Identify the critters lurking between the logs and hold a scary beastie

Sunderland Film Shorts - Fright Night Hallowe'en Screening

Tue 31 Oct 2017
19:30-21:00
Enjoy a spooky or sci-fi selection of short films brought to you by Sunderland shorts film festival, a great way to start your Halloween night.

November Crafty Wednesdays

Wed 08 Nov 2017
11:00-14:00
If you'd like a natural, homemade Christmas look no further than our Christmas craft workshops

Christmas Crafty Wednesdays

Wed 06 Dec 2017
11:00-14:00
Nothing says 'Christmas is here' like putting a wreath on your front door. Learn how to create beautiful decorations and unique gifts while enjoying the festive surroundings of the places we look after.
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Eating

Coffee and cake after a good walk

Relax at Washington Old Hall cafe

While the cafe is a little on the small side, what we can do is offer an idyllic place to relax with friends and family. At Washington Old Hall cafe there are hot or cold drinks available and you might wish to indulge in a treat or two, such as a scone or slice of cake. Autumn time can be superb for watching nature at work too.

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Our work

Garden volunteers Pippa and Kevin

Join our team 

Have you thought about learning something new? Maybe you already have skills to share with us. We may be smaller than the average Trust property but we're not short of fascinating stories and interesting vistas.

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Learning

A child writing on paper

A different way to learn 

Take a step back in time to learn all about history. Here at Washington Old Hall, the learning programme focuses on medieval times, mainly the 17th-century and the early 20th-century. There is a range of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from, all helping deliver National Curriculum subjects including history and the environment.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Washington Old Hall on the National Trust Collections website

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