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Nostell Priory

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Nostell Priory is a beautiful 18th-century Georgian house surrounded by landscaped parkland and gardens. Managed by the National Trust, it offers a relaxed mix of history, architecture, and countryside walks.

What to See & Do

  • 🏠 Marvel at the Robert Adam interiors and the world’s finest collection of Thomas Chippendale furniture 🛋️
  • 🕰️ See the rare John Harrison wooden longcase clock, built by the man who solved the “longitude problem” ⚓
  • 🎠 Visit the famously detailed 18th-century dolls’ house, a miniature mirror of Georgian life 🧸
  • 🌳 Stroll through the Kitchen Garden, Pleasure Grounds, and the secluded Menagerie Garden 🍎

How to Get There

  • 🚗 By Car: Follow the A638 towards Doncaster. Use Sat Nav WF4 1QE. Parking is £5 for non-members 🅿️
  • 🚌 By Bus: Take the 496 Arriva bus from Wakefield Bus Station (Stand 12); it stops at the main gates every 20 mins 🚌
  • 🚆 By Train: The nearest station is Fitzwilliam (1.5 miles away). A taxi from Wakefield Westgate takes about 15 mins 🚕

Travel Tips

  • 📅 **Jan 2026 Status:** The house is currently hosting its “Winter’s Tale” experience (Open 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM) ❄️
  • 🎟️ **Admission:** House & Gardens: Adult £12.00 / Child £6.00. National Trust members enter for free 🎫
  • 🥾 **Footwear:** Bring waterproof boots for the 2.7-mile lakeside loop, as paths can be muddy in winter 🌧️
  • ☕ **Dining:** The Courtyard Café serves seasonal hot meals and “Nostell Rhubarb” flapjacks 🥧

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕙 10:30 AM – Arrive and browse the Stables Courtyard and second-hand bookshop 📚
  • 🕚 11:00 AM – Tour the Georgian Mansion, focusing on the State Bedroom and the Library 🏰
  • 🕛 12:30 PM – Enjoy a seasonal lunch at the Courtyard Café 🥣
  • 🕑 02:00 PM – Take a brisk winter walk to the Obelisk Lodge or around the Lower Lake 🦢

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Hours vary by season

Entry Fee:

Ticketed entry (free for National Trust members)

Best Time to Visit:

Late morning or early afternoon

Location

📌Near Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England

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