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Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
Durham
County Durham
DH7 7DW
Tel: +44 0191 373 8500
Book Tickets
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult Day Pass (£12 online pre-booked price) | £14.00 per ticket type |
| Adult Membership | £28.00 per ticket type |
| Child Day Pass (aged 5–18) (£7 online pre-booked price) | £8.00 per ticket type |
| Child Membership (aged 5–18) | £18.00 per ticket type |
| Child under 5 yrs | Free |
| Family Membership (2 adults + children) | £57.00 per ticket type |
| Local Adult Membership | £14.00 per ticket type |
| Local Child Membership (5-18) | £9.00 per ticket type |
| Local Family Membership (2 adults + children) | £28.50 per ticket type |
Annual Membership: 12 months pass for Main House & Chapels; Gardens & Parkland; Parking; Special Events (Ushaw Classic Car Show, Specialist Plant & Garden Fair, Outdoor Music Programme; Special Offers.
Local Annual Membership refers to all DH7 postcodes.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2021 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Green Tourism Awards - Bronze 2025 - Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025
TripAdvisor
- Excellent165
- Very Good46
- Average15
- Poor3
- Terrible7
Recent Reviews:
- eurotraveller010Inverness, United KingdomA unique place to stay
Sunday, 26th April 2026Considered simply as a budget hotel, Ushaw College is very good value. Clean, calm, quiet rooms, very comfortable beds and bedding, a basic but decent breakfast (better than some reviews here have... Read full review - christineeskilds2018Lanchester, United KingdomUshaw Historic House and gardens.
Saturday, 2nd May 2026We had ham salad sandwiches and fruit scones with jam and cream. Both were very fresh and tasty. We enjoyed a walk around the gardens afterwards. Very pleasant. Read full review - Pauline CBromley, United KingdomNot really a hotel- but great historical place to visitThursday, 7th May 2026Ushaw is an amazing place to visit and glimpse wonderful architecture, interesting history, and a glorious atmosphere of a bygone age. The gardens are beautifully tended with quirky carvings and... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Parking & Transport
- Coach Drop Off / Pick Up Point
- Coach Parking Onsite
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Provider Facilities
- Conference facilities
- Dogs Accepted - https://ushaw.org/dogs/
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Provider Features
- Forest Location
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- WiFi Available
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
- Wi-fi available
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
* Ushaw Café, open 10am - 3.30pm
Check website for Christmas and New Year opening times.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From the South, leave the A1(M) at junction 59, north of Darlington, and continue north on the A167 (for approximately 14 miles) to the traffic lights at Neville's Cross on the outskirts of Durham City. Continue to the third set of traffic lights by Sainsbury's Local and turn left (Ushaw is signposted here, 2 1/2 miles).
From the North, leave the A1(M) at junction 63, Chester-Le-Street. Continue south on the A167 (for approximately 7 miles) until you reach Crossgate Moor in the outskirts of Durham. Turn right at the first set of traffic lights just past the pedestrian footbridge. Ushaw is signposted (2 1/2 miles).
For directions please use postcode DH7 7DW
Public Transport Directions
We hold the Good Journey Mark for welcoming car-free visitors. Travel a greener way and enjoy 25% off day entry. Plan your journey by visiting Good Journey
Highlights...
Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk, DurhamThis walk is currently closed for maintenance.
Come and enjoy a 3-mile circular route around the Ushaw estate, starting at the main house and taking in the old hilltop with wide-open views of Durham’s countryside.
Bed & Breakfast at Ushaw, DurhamWhether you’re looking for a single night’s accommodation or a longer holiday stay, Ushaw offers a unique experience for all. Situated in historic buildings dating back 250 years, Ushaw's rooms are simple, comfortable and quiet - perfect for relaxation or work.
The Way of Light, HexhamWelcome to a breath-taking trail that transports you from the dawn of Christianity through to contemporary pilgrimage via Dark Ages battles that changed a region’s faith, abbeys that matched Rome for majesty and a stunning seminary that taught England’s leading ecclesiastics.
