Northumberland Historic Houses

There are not one but three attractions to see at Belsay. The most prominent is Belsay Hall, a lovely mansion built in the early 19th century by Sir Charles Monck, a member of the Middleton family who were also responsible for the nearby castle and mansion house. Monck was greatly inspired by a visit to Greece, and he created his grand house in classical Greek Revival style inspired by the Temple of Theseus in Athens.
Belsay, Northumberland, England, NE20 0DX

Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: Located at Belsay village, on the A696 west of Morpeth.
Website: Belsay Hall and Garden
Phone: 01661 881636
English Heritage
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OS Grid NZ088785
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A marvellous Jacobean mansion near Wark, Northumberland, built onto one of the best preserved medieval peles in the north of England. Chipchase Castle was built in 1621, and is probably one of the finest early 17th century houses in England. The castle is set in 3 acres of gardens, and both castle and gardens are regularly open to the public.
Wark, Hexham, Northumberland, England, NE48 3NT

Attraction Type: Historic House
Website: Chipchase Castle
Phone: 01434 230203
Historic Houses Association
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OS Grid NY882758
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Mock Tudor mansion set in rock garden atop rugged hill. Show rooms by Norman Shaw, built to impress.
Garden: At Cragside you will not only find rock gardens, but what is one of the world's largest rock gardens, constructed by inventor Lord Armstrong. Magnificent, varied estate, stronghold of the red squirrel. Lots for children to do: rhododendron maze, wild streams and lakes, adventure play area.
Rothbury, Morpeth, Northumberland, England, NE65 7PX

Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: 13 m SW Alnwick, on B634
Website: Cragside
Email: cragside@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01669 620 333
Fax: 01669 620 066
National Trust
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OS Grid NU073 022
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A glorious Baroque mansion built by Sir John Vanbrugh for Admiral George Delaval between 1718 and 1728. This is perhaps the best of Vanbrugh's work, which also included Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard. The house sits in extensive gardens designed in 1947 by James Russell. In the grounds are numerous garden features, including a fountain, pools, and topiary.
Seaton Delaval, Northumberland, England, NE46 3NB

Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: On a minor road off the A169 at Seaton Sluice
Website: Seaton Delaval Hall
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OS Grid NZ323765
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A 17th century Palladian mansion, the home of the Trevelyan and Blackett families. The exterior is restrained, but not so the interior, which is a splendid example of ebullient rococo plastering. The house stands in extensive landscape gardens, designed by Sir Walter Blackett in the style of Capability Brown.
Garden: Naturalistic landscaped gardens in the style of 'Capability' Brown complement the Northumberland moorland setting. Lots of room to stretch your legs along lawns, lakes and woodlands; or sit on a quiet bench in the enchanting walled garden and enjoy the blooms.
Cambo, Morpeth, Northumberland, England, NE61 4AR

Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: Off the B6342 between Morpeth and Cambo.
Website: Wallington Hall
Email: wallington@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01670 773967
National Trust
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OS Grid NZ028843
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