Seaton Delaval Hall is an English baroque house, built between 1718 and 1728 for Admiral George Delaval. The house is regarded as the finest example of design by Sir John Vanbrugh; who also built Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard. Of particular note are the Coach House with a collection of interesting vehicles and a restored Ice House.
The gardens were designed in 1947 by James Russell and have been enhanced by the late Lady Hastings. A walk around the ground reveals statues; topiary; a pool and fountain and is a relaxing and pleasant way to spend an hour or so.
New to the site: a slideshow of recent photographs of the hall is now available, along with a slideshow showing the gardens in full bloom.
Opening hours Friday, Saturday,Sunday & Monday
11am - 5pm (April to October) and 11am - 3pm October - March.
Groups/coaches visits only by prior arrangements on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Adults: £4.00, Children: £3.00, Family: £10.00 (Gift Aid: £4.40, £3.30, £11.00 )
We have a no dog policy at the Hall, sorry.
Tel: +44(0)191 237 9100
"The great house of Seaton Delaval stands in stately splendour in its park at the end of the mile-long avenue - aristocratic, austere, redolent of departed grandeur. Fire and the passing years have left their mark on the old house, and no longer do its marble halls echo the wild laughter of the gay Delavals."
Seaton Delaval Hall
