Skip To Main Content

This is Durham logo
Menu
  • Durham the Culture County logo
  • Print Logo
Close Navigation
  • Accommodation
    • Don't Miss
      • City Breaks
      • Spa Breaks
      • Dog Friendly
      • Stunning Stays
    • Hotels
    • B&B and Guest Houses
    • Inns & Pubs
    • Self Catering & Holiday Cottages
      • Self Catering Agencies
    • Caravan, Camping & Glamping
    • Hostels
    • Accessible Accommodation
  • Things to Do
    • Don't Miss
      • Binchester Roman Fort
      • Beamish Museum
      • Bishop Auckland Town Hall
      • Bowlees Visitor Centre
      • Crook Hall Gardens
      • Dalton Park Outlet Shopping Centre
      • Durham Castle Tours
      • Durham Cathedral
      • Durham Cricket
      • Durham Town Hall
      • Durham University Botanic Garden
      • Durham University Oriental Museum
      • Hamsterley Forest
      • Hardwick Park
      • High Force
      • Killhope
      • Kynren- An epic Tale of England
      • Locomotion
      • Palace Green Library
      • Raby Castle
      • Redhills Durham Miners Hall
      • Seaham Harbour Marina
      • The Auckland Project
      • Spennymoor Town Hall Bob Abley Art Gallery
      • The Bowes Museum
      • Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
      • Wharton Park
    • Attractions
      • Castles & Historic Houses
      • Cathedral & Churches
      • Hands on History
      • Gardens & Parks
      • Family Fun
      • Museums & Galleries
      • Waterfalls & Reservoirs
    • Activities
      • Adventure Activities
      • Cycling
      • Family Fun Activities
      • Festival & Events Organisers
      • Fishing
      • Golf
      • Horse Riding
      • Spas
      • Walking
    • Entertainment
      • Cinema
      • Theatre
    • Shopping
      • Antiques
      • Farm Shops & Markets
      • Garden Centres
      • Only in Durham
      • Independent Shops & Boutiques
      • Shopping Centres
    • Sightseeing, Tours & Guides
      • Attraction Tours
      • Tour Guides
      • Scenic Tours
      • Cycling Tours
      • Durham on Screen
      • Walking Tours
      • Durham City Guide - Churches, Chapels and Cafes
    • Weddings
      • Historic Wedding Venues
      • Hotel Wedding Venues
      • Wedding Fairs & Events
      • Stag & Hen Party Ideas
      • Wedding Packages
  • What's On
    • What's on this Week
    • Family Events
      • Spring Half Term Events
      • Free Events
      • Easter Events
      • Mother's Day Events
    • 2026 Unmissable Events
    • Cinema, Theatre & Music Events
      • Cinema Venues
      • Theatre Venues
    • Sports
    • Dark Skies Events
    • County Durham Day
    • Food & Drink
    • Exhibitions
  • Food & Drink
    • Don't Miss
      • Bishop’s Kitchen at Auckland Palace
      • Botanic Garden Café
      • Cafe Bowes at The Bowes Museum
      • Durham Dales Centre Tea Room
      • El Castillo
      • Gala Lounge
      • High Force Hotel and Waterfall
      • Hotel Indigo Rotunda Bar
      • Jozef’s Riverside Bar & Restaurant
      • Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop
      • Lumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant
      • Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill
      • Geko at Seaham Hall
      • The Dining Room
      • The Dunes Café
      • The Falls Café at Bowlees Visitor Centre
      • The Garden Gate Café at Crook Hall Gardens
      • The Hamsterley Cafe and Ice Cream Kiosk
      • The Neighbourhood @ Hotel Indigo Durham
      • The Oak Room Restaurant
      • The Tower Cafe
      • The Vinery at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
      • Undercroft Restaurant
      • Ushaw Café
    • Restaurants
    • Tearooms & Coffee Shops
    • Pubs & Bars
    • Get a Taste of Durham
    • Afternoon Tea in Durham
  • Inspire Me
    • Short Break Ideas
      • Dark Skies
      • Dog Friendly Durham
      • Romantic Getaways
      • Spa Breaks
      • Golf Breaks
      • Weddings
      • City Break
    • Seasonal
      • Spring Breaks
      • Summer Breaks
      • Autumn Breaks
      • Winter Breaks
    • Budget-Friendly Days Out in Durham
    • Explore From Your Door
    • Discover Durham's Great Outdoors
    • Discover Wellness in Durham
    • Go Car Free in Durham
    • Only in Durham
    • Delve Into Our Heritage
    • Durham's Unmissable Highlights
    • Itineraries
  • Explore Durham
    • Durham City
    • Durham Dales
    • Vale of Durham
    • Durham Coast
    • Durham Towns
      • Barnard Castle
      • Bishop Auckland
      • Chester-le-Street
      • Seaham
      • Stanhope
    • North Pennines National Landscape
    • North East England
  • Visitor Information
    • Information Points
    • Maps of Durham
    • Getting to Durham
    • Getting Around Durham
      • Car Hire
      • Taxis
      • Electric Car Charging Points
    • Accessible Durham
    • Sustainable and Responsible Tourism in Durham
    • Visitor Guides
    • Durham Apps
    • Discover Durham Digitally

Don't Miss

  • A couple looking at High Force Waterfall

    Next Stop, Durham

  • Bishop Auckland Food Festival

    Bishop Auckland Food Festival

  • People walking around Crook Hall Gardens

    Spring Breaks

  • A drone shot of Seaham Hall Hotel

    Stunning Stays

You are here > Home > What's On > Easter at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

Easter at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
Woodland Road
Durham
County Durham
DH7 7DW

Tel: +44 0191 373 8500

Email

Visit Website

Add Easter at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

OnlineBooking

  • Book Now
Family walking in the grounds of Ushaw on a sunny day.

About

This Easter, celebrate all things spring at Ushaw, where fresh air, creativity, and family fun come together in one beautiful place.

Daily, 10am – 4pm:

Digital Interactive Trail – Uncover fascinating facts about Ushaw’s past and meet some of its historical figures. Through interactive digital storytelling, you’ll hear directly from the workers and residents who helped shape Ushaw, revealing their extraordinary stories, secrets, and daily life within these historic walls. Download the app prior to your visit.

Spring Things Garden Trail – Around the garden, you will find all sorts of spring things, how many can you find on your way round?

St. Cuthbert’s Cross Indoor Trail – Explore Ushaw’s magnificent house and chapels to locate the crosses of St. Cuthbert.

Toy Takeover (excluding Fri 3 & Sat 4 April) – Our Toy Takeovers are back for Easter, as we’ll have with heaps of track and trains for your young engineers to construct and play to their hearts content.

Select dates throughout Easter Holidays:

Springtime Stories & Crafts | Tue 7 & Mon 13 April, 11am – 12pm & 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Join us for a magical Tales and Craft Session where imagination comes to life!
At 11am or 1:30pm, entry included with admission and membership.

Create & Crafts – Beads and Keyrings | Weds 8 & Thurs 16 April, 10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3pm
A hands-on, crafty workshop where children can design and make their very own friendship bracelets and beaded keyrings.
Drop-in, entry included with admission and membership.

Young Stitchers | Saturday 18 April
Come and join us for sewing skills and stitching fun.
Pre-booking required.

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Some activities require booking, check website for details.

TripAdvisor

Opening Times

2026 (3 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00
Bank Holiday10:00 - 16:00

Map & Directions

Map Link

View Map

Access Information

  1. What's on this Week
    What's on this Week
    Find out what’s happening this week across the Culture County. From festivals and exhibitions, to sport and theatre, you’re certain to have an eventful time in Durham.
  2. Spotlight On... Sports
    Spotlight On... Sports
    Enjoy a range of sporting activities across the county. Whether you're a passionate fan or an active participant, it’s time to plan your sporting adventure in Durham.
  3. Easter Events
    Easter Events
    Celebrate Easter with family-friendly joy at our curated events in Durham.
  4. 2026 Unmissable Events
    2026 Unmissable Events
    Durham is home to world-class events, discover Durham’s most unmissable for 2026.
  5. Subscribe to the Culture County e-newsletter
    Subscribe to the Culture County e-newsletter
    Sign up to find out what's on across Durham and the latest news.

What's Nearby

  1. Ushaw Historic House and grounds

    Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

    Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by the…

    0.02 miles away
  2. coached sports session Durham city Wharton park family fun

    Wharton Park

    This VisitEngland accredited attraction Wharton Park commands spectacular views across…

    3.15 miles away
  3. The Courtyard and Keep of Durham Castle,

    Durham Castle

    Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour…

    3.48 miles away
  1. A couple looking at exhibitions inside Durham Cathedral Museum

    Durham Cathedral Museum

    Explore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral…

    3.5 miles away
  2. external image of Durham Town Hall

    Durham Town Hall

    The Town Hall has been central to life in Durham city for more than 650 years.  Learn…

    3.5 miles away
  3. Image of Palace Green Library's exterior on a sunny day.

    Historic Libraries & Archives at Palace Green Library

    Over almost two centuries since Durham University was founded, our library and archive…

    3.51 miles away
  4. Photography Workshop with Gary Lintern

    Durham Cathedral Tours

    Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours.…

    3.53 miles away
  5. view of Durham Cathedral from River Wear

    Durham Cathedral

    Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with…

    3.53 miles away
  6. Durham Cathedral Tower

    Durham Cathedral Tower

    Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding countryside by…

    3.53 miles away
  7. Romans on display in the Museum of Archaeology

    Museum of Archaeology at Palace Green Library

    Much of Durham’s history lies beneath our feet. Sometimes we can catch a glimpse of the…

    3.54 miles away
  8. Entrance to Durham University Oriental Museum

    Durham University Oriental Museum

    Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast…

    3.6 miles away
  9. Brancepeth Castle

    Brancepeth Castle

    Brancepeth is one of the oldest castles in the North East. The building today is a…

    3.7 miles away
  10. Durham University Botanic Garden

    Durham University Botanic Garden

    Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas…

    3.87 miles away
  11. Feed the llamas at Adventure Valley

    Adventure Valley

    Discover a world of family adventures at Adventure Valley, the North East’s biggest…

    5.01 miles away
  12. Chester-le-Street Riverside Park

    Chester-le-Street Riverside Park

    Created in the 1930s, Riverside Park has always been popular with visitors. It was…

    5.93 miles away
  13. Image of the 1900s Town Street at Beamish Museum, people waiting to board the tram.

    Beamish - The Living Museum of the North

    Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time to…

    6.49 miles away
Previous Next
More

Search What's Nearby

Product Type
Proximity
Within miles
  • Enewsletter Sign Up

  • Contact Us

Loading..Loading..
  • Print Page
  • Email Page
Home Accommodation
  • Hotels,
  • B&B and Guest Houses,
  • Inns & Pubs,
  • Self Catering & Holiday Cottages,
  • Caravan, Camping & Glamping,
  • Dog Friendly,
  • Hostels,
Things to Do
  • Attractions,
  • Activities,
  • Shopping,
  • Sightseeing, Tours & Guides,
What's On
  • Family Events,
  • 2026 Unmissable Events,
  • What's on this Week,
  • Cinema, Theatre & Music Events,
  • Dark Skies Events,
Food & Drink
  • Restaurants,
  • Tearooms & Coffee Shops,
  • Pubs & Bars,
  • Get a Taste of Durham,
  • Tasty Places to Stay,
  • Foodie Events,
Inspire Me
  • Short Break Ideas,
  • Discover Durham's Great Outdoors,
  • Delve Into Our Heritage,
  • Durham's Unmissable Highlights,
  • Itineraries,
Explore Durham
  • Durham City,
  • Durham Dales,
  • Vale of Durham,
  • Durham Coast,
  • Durham Towns,
  • North East England,
Visitor Information
  • Information Points,
  • Maps of Durham,
  • Getting to Durham,
  • Getting Around Durham,
  • Accessible Durham,
  • Sustainable and Responsible Tourism in Durham,
  • Visitor Guides,
Submit Event
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us
  • Site Map
  • Submit Event
  • Terms & Conditions

© Copyright Visit County Durham. All Rights Reserved

Registered Office: Visit County Durham, East Wing, 1st Floor, Corten House, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TS

  • North East England logo

Ratings & Reviews

Powered By

tripadvisor

  • Durham County Council