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Garden Name: Nostell Priory
Last Modified: 19/01/2011
Garden ID: 0502

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Owner: National Trust
Address:
Nostell
Wakefield

Postcode: WF4 1QE
County: Yorkshire

tel: 01924 863892
fax: 01924 866846
website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-nostellpriory
email: nostellpriory {at} nationaltrust.org.uk

Features: 
18th-century architectural masterpiece with Adam interiors, Chippendale furniture, fine collections and landscape park and gardens; Exceptional collection of Chippendale furniture designed specially for the house; Impressive range of paintings, by Breughal, Lockey and Angelica Kauffman; Lakeside landscaped gardens; Adventure playground opening in the summer; Over 121 hectares (300 acres) of parkland to explore; One of the finest libraries in the National Trust portfolio

English Heritage Grade:


Opening Times:
Park: All year; daily; 9am -7pm, 
26th February - 30th October: Wednesday - Sunday, 11 am - 5.30 pm
5th November - 31st December: Saturday & Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm

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National Garden Scheme days: No
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Parties / Coaches: Yes 
Comments: 

Viewing by Appointment: Yes
Comments: Must pre-book on 01924 863892 

House Open for Viewing: Yes
Comments: 26th Feb - 30th Oct: Wednesday - Sunday, 1 pm - 5 pm
3rd - 4th Dec: Saturday & Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm
7th - 11th Dec
7th - 8th Dec: Wednesday & Thursday, 5 pm - 8pm
Last admission 30 minutes before closing

Admission Prices:
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets)
House and garden: adult £9.50 (£8.50), child £4.50 (£4), family £22 (£20).
Garden only: adult £6 (£5.30), child £3 (£2.65), family £14.75 (£13.20)

Parking: Yes
Lavatories: Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Shop: Yes
Plants for Sale: No
Lunches: Yes
Teas: Yes
Refreshments: Yes
Picnics: Yes
Dogs allowed: Yes
Only on Lead: Yes
Events: Yes

Other Facilities:
Family croquet, giant chess set.
Cabinets & commodes open on Sats in June, July & Aug.


Designer: 
Description of Garden:
The grounds of Nostell Priory include a vista of Sycamores to the front, set in glorious parkland with lakeside walks and the breathtaking spectacle of massed rhododendrons in flower. There are many beautiful varieties of scented rose in the Rose Garden. The 350 acres of parkland, acquired with a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, are being restored to their c1850s appearance.


History: 
The House was built in 1733 for Sir Rowland Winn, the 4th baronet, and is a magnificent example of the 18th century interior style. There is an outstanding art collection, including works by Pieter Breughel the Younger and Angelica Kauffman, together with some splendid Brussels tapestries and a unique clock, made from wood, by John Harrison.

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