The Walled Garden
Scampston Hall
'Capability' Brown Parkland
The Pantry Café & Kitchen

At Scampston

Scampston Hall, home to Christopher & Miranda Legard and their family, is one of the finest examples of a regency stately home in North Yorkshire. The award winning Walled Garden is a must see and is open to the public from April to October. The William Richardson Conservatory, built in 1894, and the adjacent bothies behind the range of glasshouses, have been brought back to life with a new focus thanks to the help of a major grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.

The Cascade Circuit Walk provides visitors with the opportunity to visit the traditional gardens around the house including the Rock Garden, the Woodland Garden and the Lancelot 'Capability' Brown Parkland.

Scampston Hall

Scampston Hall, home to Christopher & Miranda Legard and their family, is one of the finest examples of a regency country house in North Yorkshire.

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The Walled Garden

Set within the 18th century walls of the original kitchen garden for Scampston Hall the Walled Garden has an exciting and unashamedly modern feel to it and complements the adjacent 18th century ‘Capability’ Brown park.

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The Conservatory

Built in 1894, The William Richardson conservatory and the adjacent bothies have been brought back to life with a new focus thanks to the help of a major grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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Parkland

Scampston Hall looks over one of the finest parks in North Yorkshire. The park evolved throughout the 18th Century, culminating in a design by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown in 1782.

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What's on at Scampston

The Bothies Community Art Club

Wed 04 Mar 2026 - Wed 04 Nov 2026

Friendly art tuition for those who want to refresh their skills or for complete beginners who would like to ‘have a go’ at something new.

The first Wednesday of every month, in the Conservatory, Scampston Walled Garden

Walled Garden and Grounds Open

Wed 01 Apr 2026 - Sun 01 Nov 2026

Scampston Walled Garden opens it's gates again for 2026 on the 1st April!

Monthly Wildlife Club

Sun 05 Apr 2026

EXCELLENT EGGS!

The Easter Bunny needs your help. Something has gone wrong in the woods and the magic of spring is fading. Children will follow a trail of clues, complete woodland missions, and take part in an exciting Easter hunt while learning about nature along the way. The adventure finishes around the campfire with a well-earned treat. This is not your average Easter egg hunt, but a hands-on outdoor experience full of exploration, teamwork, and discovery.

Egg Rolling in the Walled Garden

Mon 06 Apr 2026

Fun sessions running throughout the day at 11:30am, 1pm and 2:30pm. No additional admission fee, but please do book the Easter Session rather than garden admission for children attending so we can control numbers.

Friday Place: Mindfulness and Wellbeing

Fri 10 Apr 2026 - Fri 27 Nov 2026

Sessions to be held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month 10th April, 24th April 8th May, 22nd May 12th June, 26th June 10th July, 24th July 14th August, 28th August 11th September, 25th September 9th October, 23rd October 13th November, 27th November

Writing for Wellbeing Workshop

Fri 10 Apr 2026

A writing workshop on the theme of "Place – Story and Self”

Wet Felting Workshop - Reversible Cowl

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Learn the art of feltmaking where you will be guided through the process of creating your own fabulous wet felted Nuno reversible cowl.

Wire Allium Workshop

Tue 21 Apr 2026

Have fun creating up to 3 wire alliums.

Charity Spring Fair

Sat 25 Apr 2026 - Sun 26 Apr 2026

A charity spring fair with handcrafted artisan goods and produce - this year the Craft Fair coincides with our Ryedale residents Communtiy Weekend, so Ryedale residents can visit the gardens for free with a proof of postcode!

FREE ENTRY TO THE FAIR

Please note the Walled Garden is open as normal during this event - entry fee to visit the garden does apply (for none-Ryedale residents)

Residents' Community Weekend

Sat 25 Apr 2026 - Sun 26 Apr 2026

FREE visit for all Ryedale Residents! This year the community weekend coincides with the Charity Spring Fair, also free entry.

Mixed Ability Crewelwork Workshop & Cream Tea at Scampston

Thu 30 Apr 2026 - Fri 01 May 2026

Mixed ability traditional Jacobean Crewelwork embroidery workshop suitable for both beginners and those with previous embroidery experience.

Monthly Wildlife Club

Sun 03 May 2026

WATER WONDERS!

Take part in a pond dipping session and learn about the amazing creatures that live in and around the lakes at Scampston.

Bank Holiday Monday Gardens Open

Mon 04 May 2026

The Gardens and Grounds will be open with normal opening hours during the Bank Holiday

Willow Weaving workshop - Hare

Tue 12 May 2026

Weave your own willow hare in the conservatory at Scampston Walled Garden

Walled Gardens Closed

Sat 16 May 2026 - Sun 17 May 2026

The entire site will be closed this weekend for the Game & Country Fair in the Parkland.

Yorkshire Game & Country Fair

Sat 16 May 2026 - Sun 17 May 2026

The Annual Game and Country Fair held in the stunning parkland!

Scampston Hall Open

Wed 20 May 2026 - Sun 26 Jul 2026

From the 20th May to the 26th July Scampston Hall opens it's doors and welcomes you in!

Teddy Bear making Workshop

Thu 21 May 2026 - Fri 22 May 2026

During this workshop you will learn the dynamics of cutting and hand stitching traditional mohair bears or bunnies. Be taught all the stitches used in bear or bunny making. Including, how to insert glass eyes and cotter pin joints. Held in the magnificent Richardson Conservatory within Scampston Walled Garden.

Beginner Photography Workshop

Sat 23 May 2026

Enjoy a relaxed, friendly introduction to photography in the beautiful surroundings of a walled garden. This two-hour workshop is designed for complete beginners, returners, or anyone wanting to feel more confident using their camera, particularly for garden and outdoor photography.

Yorkshire Classic & Performance Motor Show

Mon 25 May 2026

This marks the 42nd running of one of Yorkshire’s most popular classic motoring events – now set within one of the county’s most beautiful and historic estates.

Bank Holiday Monday Gardens Open

Mon 25 May 2026

The Hall, Gardens and Grounds will be open with normal opening hours during the Bank Holiday

Spring Plant Fair

Sun 07 Jun 2026

Scampston's hugely popular Spring Plant Fair returns, offering the perfect day out for keen gardeners and beginners alike.

Monthly Wildlife Club

Sun 07 Jun 2026

SUMMER SURVIVAL SKILLS!

Come along learn some survival skills, and collect more stamps in your Wild Passport.

Modified Car Show

Sun 14 Jun 2026

One of the best car shows in the North of England!

Van Life Festival

Fri 19 Jun 2026 - Sun 21 Jun 2026

#VanLifeFest is a 3-day family-focused Camper event set within the beautiful grounds of Scampston Hall.

Please Note the Hall & Walled Garden remain open as usual during this event

The Three Inch Fools' perform 'King Arthur and the Holy Fail'

Thu 25 Jun 2026

The Three Inch Fools return with an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem.

Classic Car Rally

Sun 05 Jul 2026

Come and view some stunning classic cars in the inner parkland with the splendid backdrop of Scampston Hall.

Wet Felting Workshop - Decorative Tote Bags

Sat 11 Jul 2026

Learn the art of feltmaking where you will be guided through the process of creating your own fabulous wet felted tote style handbag.

Summer Choir Performance

Sun 19 Jul 2026

An Evening of Musical Magic at Scampston Hall Gardens

Upstairs Downstairs Tours in Hall

Wed 02 Sep 2026 - Fri 23 Oct 2026

Following the success in 2025... On a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in September and October, Scampston Hall is opening its doors again for an 'Upstairs,Downstairs' Tour!

Annual Autumn Plant Fair

Sun 13 Sep 2026

Come along to our popular Annual Autumn Plant Fair! The perfect day out for garden enthusiasts

Cane Acorn Workshop

Wed 23 Sep 2026

Create your own cane acron in the conservatory at Scampston Walled Garden

Wet Felting Workshop - Woodlands in Wool

Sat 03 Oct 2026

Learn the art of feltmaking where you will be guided through the process of creating your own wet felted woodland scene.

Willow Weaving workshop - Large deer

Fri 23 Oct 2026

Weave a willow deer in the conservatory at Scampston Walled Garden

TESTIMONIALS

"The Walled Garden at Scampston is really imaginative and creative and a marvellous use of space. It is without doubt one of the great gardens of the early 21st century."

Sir Richard Carew Pole

" Gorgeous house and gardens. Wish I'd come years ago, but will certainly return very soon! Fantastic house tour. "

Rachel & Elizabeth, North Yorkshire

"Quite simply the best garden I have ever seen (and I've seen an awful lot of gardens!) "

Sarah, Oxfordshire

"Inside, [Scampston Hall] boasts some of the finest Regency interiors in Britain. There are original wallpapers and exquisite furniture that reflects the family’s French heritage. There is also a notable collection of porcelain and 5,000 rare books that come off the shelves every ten years to be waxed and dusted. "

Sharon Dale, The Yorkshire Post

"This garden has made our visit a pure delight and is now in my top 5 gardens. Stunning structure and detail. Calming and strong. A real pleasure - thank you for the pure inspiration. "

Sarah, Warwickshire

"The tour of the house is well worth doing as well. Ours was conducted by the father of the present occupant, who formerly lived there himself. He was entertaining as well as informative about this charming house, which is not over-large and clearly still a family home."

Stephen, Chesterfield

"I’ve just returned from a visit to Scampston Walled Garden in North Yorkshire all fired up and feeling inspired by the dazzling autumn planting created by master plant designer Piet Oudolf. The garden really captures the feel of the European garden style or “prairie planting” look as many of us have come to know it. The explosion of seedheads, grasses and collapsing perennials still looked amazing and will continue to do so for many months ahead. "

Sean Murray

"Beautiful gardens and so well maintained. Everywhere was very well thought out, inside and out. Staff were very pleasant. "

Jane & Sue, South Yorkshire

"Within the historic Walled Garden at Scampston Hall there are eight rooms, each one a wonderful display of contemporary planting, structure and form."

Stephen Lacy, Daily Telegraph

"We decided to have lunch in the cafe and so glad we did. I had a cheese jacket potato and side salad and it was very good followed this with a pot of tea and shared a slice of lemon meringue cake. At just under £20.00 well worth it for the quality of the food and service from the ladies who worked there. "

Hazel