Scampston Hall & Walled Garden
A Regency house with huge walled garden, planted and tended, and extensive parkland.
Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 8NG
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Free parking
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Good journey mark
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Picnic area
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Shop
Scampston Hall, home to Christopher & Miranda Legard and their family, is one of the finest examples of a regency country house in North Yorkshire.
The first house was built around 1700 and was remodelled to a design by Thomas Leverton in 1795-1800. This is the house as you see it today, with its magnificent Regency interiors and art collection
Christopher & Miranda love to share their beautiful home and gardens, whether it be as a special venue for an occasion, a setting for a corporate event, or to day visitors keen to learn a little of the history of this fascinating building and to see the fine contents.
Lovingly restored by the Legard’s, this is a family home and there are no ropes or other barriers to be seen; Sir Charles, Christopher’s father, assisted by a friendly team of guides, enjoys taking people round the hall in small groups so that everyone can see everything at close quarters and ask plenty of questions.
The parkland and hall gardens, designed under ‘Capability’ Brown, include 10 acres of lakes and a Palladian bridge; redesigned in the 19th century with a rock and water garden and a 21st-century Walled Garden designed by renowned Dutch Plantsman Piet Oudolf, set within the 18th-century walls of the original kitchen garden.
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Opening Times and Admission Details for Scampston Hall and Gardens
Scampston Hall and its associated attractions, including the Walled Garden, Hall Gardens, and Parkland, offer a variety of experiences for visitors. Below is a detailed breakdown of the opening times, events, and admission details for the 2026 season.
General Opening Times
- Walled Garden, Hall Gardens, and Parkland: Open from Wednesday, 1st April 2026 to Sunday, 1st November 2026, Wednesday to Sunday, including Bank Holiday Mondays, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM).
- Scampston Hall: Open for guided tours during specific periods:
- Summer Opening: Wednesday, 20th May to Sunday, 25th July 2026, on Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays, and Bank Holiday Mondays.
- Autumn Opening: Wednesday, 2nd September to Friday, 23rd October 2026, on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
- Guided tours are available at 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.
Admission Prices
- Gardens Ticket: Includes access to the Walled Garden, Hall Gardens, and Parkland Trails.
- Adults: £12.50
- Children (5-16): £6.50
- Children under 5: Free
- Family (2 Adults & 3 Children): £35.00
- Hall & Gardens Ticket: Includes a guided Hall tour in addition to the Gardens Ticket.
- Adults: £19.50
- Children (5-16): £8.00
- Children under 5: Free
- Family (2 Adults & 3 Children): £49.00
Special Events and Activities
- Residents' Community Weekend: Saturday, 25th April to Sunday, 26th April 2026. Free entry for Ryedale residents with proof of postcode.
- Monthly Wildlife Club: Held on the first Sunday of each month, featuring themed activities such as pond dipping and egg decorating.
- Wire Exhibition: A wire sculpture exhibition in the Walled Garden from Wednesday, 1st April to Sunday, 1st November 2026.
- Summer Dingbat Trail: A dinosaur-themed trail in the Walled Garden from Wednesday, 1st April to Sunday, 10th May 2026.
Additional Information
- Pre-booking is not required for entry but is recommended for guided tours and workshops.
- Special discounts and free entry are available for members of certain organizations, such as Historic Houses and RHS members, on specific days.
For further details or to book tickets, visitors can contact Scampston Hall directly at [email protected] or call +44 (0)1944 759111.
Historic Houses members visit for free.
Gardens & Parkland: £11.50
Hall, Gardens & Parkland: £18.00
Visit their website for further rates
Group rates apply to parties of 15 or more people.
If you wish to book a group visit to Scampston please do get in touch with our friendly team!
Call 01944 759111 or contact [email protected] to find out more.
Getting here
Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 8NG
The main visitor entrance is at ///tickets.flamingo.reclined What does this mean?
Scampston lies just north of the A64, so is easy to reach if you are driving. Drivers with Sat Navs can find it with our postcode YO17 8NG. You will find the gardens well sign posted from the A64.
There is a regular train service to Malton station. Malton is on the Liverpool – Scarborough line, with a direct train service to Leeds and York.
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