Behind the Doors of Thirsk Hall

Thirsk Hall is home to the Bell family and has been passed down through twelve generations. The original house was home to a family of Yeomans and cloth merchants during the early eighteenth century, and was extended in the 1770s by master architect John Carr of York to the Hall we see today. Come and discover the history of a Georgian home, its architecture, and its inhabitants. Walk into the past behind the doors of this fascinating eighteenth-century house, and explore the transformation of the Hall’s exterior and interiors across multiple generations. Uncover stories of love and devotion, mischief and mayhem, alongside tales of familial eccentricities and unusual objects. 

Visitors can book this tour on a private bespoke basis, or join one of our open group bookings on the following dates:
- Friday 31 January, from 11am *SOLD OUT*
- Friday 21 March, from 11am *SOLD OUT*
- Friday 25 July, from 11am

This tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours and include a Q&A session with Dr Helen Metcalfe in the Old Dining Room with light refreshments. There are 26 visitors maximum per tour so book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Naked Ladies, Wysteria, and Wellingtonia: The Evolution of Thirsk Hall Garden

The garden on which Thirsk Hall stands has been witness to numerous changes across the course of several generations, with keen gardeners each adding something unique to the development of the estate. This tour will offer a tantalising glimpse into the history of the house and the family by looking at its evolution from grazing land to sculpture garden and all the bits in between. Thirsk Hall garden has cultivated more than just its flower and vegetable beds in its time, enriching the experiences of those within its walls throughout its history and into the current day.

Visitors can book this tour on a private bespoke basis, or join one of our open group bookings on the following dates:
- Friday 25 April, from 11am
- Friday 31 October, from 11am

This tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours and include a Q&A session with Dr Helen Metcalfe in the Old Dining Room with light refreshments. There are 26 visitors maximum per tour so book in advance to avoid disappointment.