Nostell Priory and Parkland, Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Built to impress in the 18th century, Nostell is one of the grandest houses in the north of England, surrounded by 300 acres of parkland and landscape gardens.
Visit the spectacular Georgian mansion and discover the globally renowned dolls’ house alongside a wealth of master crafts including decorative interiors by Robert Adam, one of the first long case clocks made by John Harrison and a world-class collection of Chippendale furniture. Nostell’s stunning gardens and parkland include wildflower meadows, rippling lakes, majestic woodland and a working kitchen garden filled with heritage fruit trees, vegetables, and an exotic banana palm. The woodland play area and family-friendly woodland cycle trails are great for young adventurers to enjoy all year round.
Features & Accessibility
- Accredited Museum
- Winter Opening
- Plant Sales
- Children’s Playground
- Tearoom
- Gift Shop
- Group Visits
- Dogs welcome on leads (grounds only)
- Facilities for wheelchair users & those with limited mobility
Things to do
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Contact
Nostell Priory and Parkland, Nostell, near Wakefield WF4 1QE
01924 863892
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nostell
Opening times
Visit check the National Trust website for opening times.
Directions
From Wakefield, head along the A638 towards Doncaster.
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