Newby Hall
North Yorkshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- Compton family
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Stays
- Overnight accommodation available
Pinpoint
Newby Hall, Ripon HG4 5AE
Newby Hall is a late 17th-century house with interiors by Robert Adam, home of the Compton family. Most reviewers come away talking about the gardens rather than the house, describing densely planted borders, a rockery, shady corners, a laburnum arch and surrounding rhododendron woodland. Families mention a miniature railway, boat trips on the river and a water sculpture the children can run through, and several say the site works as a full day out rather than a quick look round.
Worth the trip
The gardens - reviewers consistently rate them as the reason to come, singling out the laburnum arch, the borders and the rhododendron woodland.
Before you go
Reviewers note that the train and boat rides carry an extra charge once you are inside, and that the cafe can build queues at peak times, so some suggest taking a picnic.
Families make up much of the feedback here, and the miniature railway, the river boat trip, the adventure playground and a water sculpture the children can run through are all mentioned repeatedly, alongside indoor displays of teddy bears and dolls' houses; reviewers note the train and boat carry an additional cost on top of admission, with one putting a family day ticket at around £50. The gardens are described as outstanding in their own right, with formal borders, a rockery, a laburnum arch and surrounding rhododendron woodland, and one reviewer says the garden alone is a full day. Staff are described as accommodating, including one who arranged a private house tour for a parent visiting with young children. Food gets good reviews, though one visitor advises taking a picnic to avoid queues at the cafe and notes plenty of seating around the grounds. Other practical mentions include a plant nursery and shop, clean toilets and wheelchair accessible areas, with one reviewer finding the gift shop underwhelming.
Late 17th-century house with interiors by Robert Adam, home of the Compton family.
“We exhibited at Tractor Fest.”- Paul, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- How long to allow
- “The gift shop was a bit underwhelming but the garden is a full day out and wonderfully maintained and beautiful to wander around.” - Alison Medd
- Facilities
- “We didn't go in the house but the gardens are superb and the cafe has some good lunches and cakes.” - Tim Crome
Common questions about Newby Hall
Where is Newby Hall?
Newby Hall is in North Yorkshire, England, at Newby Hall, Ripon HG4 5AE.
Do you need a ticket to visit Newby Hall?
Yes - Newby Hall is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by Compton family. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Can you stay overnight at Newby Hall?
Yes - Newby Hall offers bookable accommodation, so you can spend the night in the stately home itself or within its grounds. See the Stately Homes You Can Sleep In guide for the full list and how each stay works.
What is the highlight of visiting Newby Hall?
The gardens - reviewers consistently rate them as the reason to come, singling out the laburnum arch, the borders and the rhododendron woodland.
Is Newby Hall a ruin or still intact?
Newby Hall is largely intact - Late 17th-century house with interiors by Robert Adam, home of the Compton family.
