The house was built in the 1690s and subsequently altered in the 1760s to accommodate a specific collection of classical antiquities.
The statue gallery was specially designed by Robert Adam to display William Weddell's collection of marble sculptures from the Roman Empire.
The grounds feature an 'Artist's Garden' that highlights the connection between landscape design and painting.
The miniature railway runs on a 10.25-inch gauge track and was one of the earliest of its kind in a private garden.
The house was a primary filming location for the 2006 film 'Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties' and the 2016 'Victoria' series.
Newby Hall is an 18th-century country house designed by Sir Christopher Wren, featuring interiors by Robert Adam. It houses an internationally significant collection of Roman sculpture, much of which was acquired by William Weddell during his Grand Tour. The estate is set within 25 acres of award-winning gardens designed by Major G.H.J.X. Lawrence. The grounds feature a miniature railway, an adventure playground, and seasonal archaeological digs designed specifically for children. The house contains the Gobelin Tapestry Room, which remains one of the most complete Robert Adam interiors in existence. The grounds include a double herbaceous border that is considered one of the longest in the United Kingdom. It is currently a private family home, distinct for its blend of academic art history and extensive family-oriented recreational amenities.
The view of the house facade reflected in the perfectly manicured lawn and the symmetry of the main garden vistas.
Wear sturdy walking shoes to navigate the extensive 25-acre garden trails.
Check the official website for the seasonal schedule of the archaeological 'dig' workshops before arriving.
Plan your visit to coincide with a weekday to avoid peak weekend crowds in the adventure playground area.
Do not attempt to walk from Ripon city center as there are no pedestrian-only footpaths along the main roads leading to the estate.
The estate operates on a seasonal basis, typically closing for the winter months from early autumn until spring.
Photography is generally permitted in the gardens, but restricted or prohibited inside the historic house rooms; footwear must be kept on at all times.
