Harewood House

An 18th‑century masterpiece of art, architecture & landscape

Perched halfway between Leeds and Harrogate in the leafy village of Harewood, this stunning Palladian mansion was built between 1759 and 1771 for Edwin Lascelles—whose wealth from West Indian plantations funded one of England’s finest Treasure Houses  .

🎨 What to experience

• Opulent interiors: Designed by architects John Carr and Robert Adam, and furnished by Thomas Chippendale, the house showcases grand classical rooms filled with Renaissance paintings, fine furniture and ceramics  .

• Magnificent art collection: With masterworks by J.M.W. Turner, Italian Renaissance painters, and portraits by Reynolds, Lawrence and Hoppner, plus a selection of modern pieces chosen by the Earl and Countess  .

• Lavish gardens & grounds: The Capability Brown landscape spans over 1,000 acres, enhanced by Sir Charles Barry’s Italian terrace and formal parterres, plus the exotic Himalayan Garden  .

• All Saints’ Church: A standalone 15th‑century Gothic church in the park containing alabaster family monuments, now cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust  .

🌳 Just for families

Beyond the house, enjoy lake boat trips, sweeping lawns, woodland trails, and—opened Easter 2025—the new Adventure Playscape with climbing towers, zip‑lines and slides  .

📅 Visiting info

• Open: April–October, daily (typically 10 am–5 pm), with pre-booking advised for the house  .

• Tickets: Around £21 for adults, £10 for children; various family and joint passes available  .

• Access: Free parking (blue‑badge holders excepted), bus routes from Leeds/Harrogate, accessible paths and facilities.