Chantell Riches
31.12.2024
A few months before I lost my wife to cancer, I surprised her with
a day date to Newby Hall before she was due for another round of chemo, and it turned out to be one of the most beautiful and memorable days we got to enjoy together.
From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the stunning, meticulously maintained gardens. Each corner revealed another breath-taking view – vibrant flowers, serene water features, and a sense of tranquillity that felt like stepping into a dream. A place we could actually allow ourselves to relax, be at peace, and breathe a little deeper as we escaped for even a few hours, from all things cancer related.
One of the highlights was the miniature train ride. We couldn’t stop giggling as we squeezed into the tiny seats, and the charming ride brought out our inner kids as we enjoyed the fun and scenery together. It’s a lovely touch that adds such whimsy to the experience.
Lunch at one of their on-site restaurants was equally delightful – delicious food, friendly service, and a peaceful atmosphere. It was the perfect place to pause and refuel before continuing our day.
We ended our visit with a relaxing boat ride along the River Ure. The calm water and picturesque surroundings created a perfect, serene close to our outing. It was such a simple pleasure but made us feel deeply connected and at peace.
Newby Hall is a treasure. The staff are welcoming, the setting is immaculate, and the experience is filled with thoughtful touches that make for an unforgettable day.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a magical escape into nature and beauty! Both romantic and fun.
Gilly Rollin
07.10.2024
Visited for the Harrogate Flower Show and thoroughly enjoyed our look round the hall with the stunning flower displays. Definitely going to visit again to spend more time in the magnificent house and explore the vast gardens.
Kieran Buckley
04.10.2024
Great place so much to see
Lesley Robinson
02.10.2024
Lovely garden. But went for the apple throwing, but would like to come back in summer
Martin & Carol Ludlam
29.09.2024
Wonderful place to visit, so much to see and do. The tour around the house was amazing and so interesting. Would certainly recommend.
Paul Latheron
19.09.2024
Excellent would recommend.
Jane Bernard
15.09.2024
Visited for Harrogate flower show, had a great day, very well organised, thoroughly enjoyed it
Nicola Coultish
05.09.2024
Lovley place for adults and kids! Great day out for everyone
Jackie Ball
05.09.2024
We visited this week during our second stay in this part of Yorkshire. We booked the hour's tour around the house and, although the guides were very friendly and knowledgeable, we wish we could have spent a longer time looking at everything there.
I think we probably visited as the gardens were not looking their best but they were still full of fabulous plants and flowers...we will have to return earlier in the year to see the borders at their best.
We enjoyed cake and tea, rode the miniature railway, visited the bear house but sadly missed the dolls house museum.
Not having children with us, I can't comment on the facilities and playground areas.
We hope to return again.
Charles Cooper
03.09.2024
Just a great day out for all the family 😊💗
Colin Russ
03.09.2024
A great place to send most of a day... definitely worth paying for the tour of the house. And of course you must go on the train!
Melanie Wilson
02.09.2024
Booked admission. Brilliant guide and small group. Lovely gardens and extras with the doll houses, Teddy bears, miniature train and boat ride.
starr brite
29.08.2024
Beautiful gardens, even in the late summer, fabulous coffee and scones, lots for kids to do separate from the grounds which were tranquil and relaxing to wander round.
Ann Williams-Maughan
25.08.2024
Amazing place, had such a good time, helped by the weather an good company.
Paul Hugill
19.08.2024
Great day out went on the boat trip on the river and the grandchildren went on the train and the water feature they also enjoyed the teddy bear displays
Tracy Wright
18.08.2024
Amazing outdoor show of Hamlet, never disappoints
Dave Austin
18.08.2024
Lovely day out with the grandkids
Paul Christian
17.08.2024
Great cafe food lots to see and do for families. Doll house museum brill and teddy bear exhibition wonderful. House tour very interesting as same family lived here for centuries with original furniture by very wealthy family. Gardens very well maintained.
Bonus, all free to members of Historic Houses
Laura Bennett
17.08.2024
An absolute gem for families. There is so much to do. Well worth the price of the ticket.
Only issue we had is that it didn't open until 11? We had arrived early expecting it to be open earlier. But we just took a stroll through the picnic area instead. Really great place
Simon Cooper
17.08.2024
Wren, Adams, Burges, Chippendale are the headliners. Not forgetting Gobelin, and the Roman Statuary. Will live long in the memory.
