Harewood House

Name: Harewood House
Address: Harewood House Harewood, Leeds West Yorkshire England, Leeds, GB
Telephone: +44 113 218 1010

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About

Harewood House is an 18th-century country house 7 miles north of Leeds, set in a 1,000-acre landscape designed by Capability Brown.

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What's on here

Adventure Babies Winter Term 2 Nov – 7 DecFree

What's on at Harewood this Christmas 6 Nov – 3 Jan 2027Free

Magic at the Mansion 6 Nov – 3 Jan 2027

Christmas afternoon tea 6 Nov – 3 Jan 2027Free

Magic at the Courtyard 6 Nov – 3 Jan 2027Free

Snow Globe Trail 6 Nov – 3 Jan 2027Free

Behind the Magic 6 Nov – 3 Jan 2027Free

Harewood Christmas Market in partnership with Little Bird Made 27 Nov – 29 Nov Show more

Why go

18th-century furnishings made by Thomas Chippendale.
More than 140 acres of gardens, including the Terrace, Himalayan and Walled Gardens.
A Himalayan stupa and All Saints’ Church with its alabaster tombs.

Opening hours

Today10:00 – 18:00Show all

Monday10:00 – 18:00

Tuesday10:00 – 18:00

Wednesday10:00 – 18:00

Thursday10:00 – 18:00

Friday10:00 – 18:00

Saturday10:00 – 18:00

Sunday10:00 – 18:00

Don't miss

House paintingsSee Italian Renaissance paintings and family portraits by Reynolds, Hoppner and Lawrence.Inside Harewood House
Estate walksChoose the Three Parks Walk or follow the Lakeside Path towards the Bothy Teahouse and Walled Garden.Estate grounds
Gawthorpe Hall ruinsFollow the paths to the ruins of Gawthorpe Hall.Sunside
Terrace Gallery exhibitionsSee a changing programme of seasonal exhibitions in the Terrace Gallery.Terrace GallerySeasonal

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History

The estate was formed by joining the Harewood Castle and Gawthorpe estates. The present house replaced Gawthorpe Hall. The house remains the Lascelles family seat and home of David Lascelles, the eighth Earl.

1759–1771Built for Edwin Lascelles, a plantation and slave owner; John Carr designed the house and Robert Adam its interiors.
1765The house was largely complete and its interiors had been approved.
1797–98J. M. W. Turner visited and painted the outdoor landscape in watercolour.
1922Henry Lascelles married Princess Mary, daughter of George V.
Second World WarThe house served as a resident convalescent hospital.

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late 1940sThe house and gardens began regular public openings after the family returned.
1997The Emmerdale Village set was built on the estate after visitor popularity made filming at Esholt impractical.
2019The house was used as a filming location for the Downton Abbey film.

What you see

Look out over the estate from the formal garden terrace Charles Barry added in 1844.

Facilities

Toilets In the car park, near All Saints’ Church, at Terrace Cafe, Courtyard and Bothy Teahouse.
Café The estate includes a café.

How to get there

BusTake the frequent number 36 bus to Harewood House.
CarHarewood House stands on the main road from Leeds to Harrogate; use LS17 9LQ for satnav.
On footThe Leeds Country Way passes through the estate south of the house and lake.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access Two stairlifts help wheelchair users reach the State Floor and Below Stairs.
Electric wheelchairs and small mobility scooters Electric wheelchairs and small mobility scooters can access the State Floor subject to combined-weight limits; confirm that your equipment can be accommodated before visiting.

Sources: Harewood House - Wikipedia · Leeds/North West - Wikivoyage (see) · Yorkshire's Most Vibrant Country House - Harewo… · Book day tickets for Harewood House · Visit - Harewood House · Harewood House - Wikipedia · Harewood House - Wikipedia · checked 24 Sep 2026

Where

Harewood House Harewood, Leeds West Yorkshire England

Website: harewood.org/
Phone: +44 113 218 1010

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Questions and answers

What is there for children at Harewood House?

Family activities include creative workshops, interactive exhibitions and the Adventure Playscape.

Can I bring my dog to Harewood House?

Dogs are allowed in designated outdoor areas and the Courtyard Café servery, but not inside the house.

Is the Bird Garden at Harewood House still open?

No. It closed in February 2023.

When does the Chain Ferry at Harewood House operate?

The Chain Ferry operates on two days each week: Saturday and Sunday.

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