Park & Gardens - Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
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Park & Gardens - Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
Beautiful
Park
& Gardens
During World War Two, survivors of Dunkirk were brought here to heal, regaining strength in peaceful surroundings.
You can’t miss the rose beds
and rhododendrons.
Acres of formal gardens
20
+
Acres of park and farm land
500
+
Expect the unexpected
You’ll encounter playful surprises among our woodland trails and wide-open spaces.
Keep eyes peeled for inspirational art, cool wildlife carvings, vibrant floral gardens, fun family-friendly activities and live theatre, music and dance events.
We hold regular
outdoor events
for families, grown-ups and teeny tiny folks.
The original Georgian style house, camouflaging its priestly purpose
Experience the outdoors at Ushaw
Thirty acres of beautiful park, gardens and woodland – just four miles from historic Durham City.
Whether you’re pushing a buggy, holding hands or exercising a furry friend, Ushaw’s park and gardens are a delightful place to unwind and leave your worries behind.
You’ll find space to roam and recharge.
This is Ushaw, an outdoor experience so good, it’s beyond belief.
Accessible
Formal gardens
Woodland walks
3-mile circular walking route (closed for maintenance)
The Bounds: grass events and play space with children’s toys
Woodland Play Park for under 6s
Quadrangle of Georgian historic house
Dog-friendly
Regular programme of outdoor events & exhibitions
Ushaw-in good times
Visit Us
Open Hours
House, Chapels & Gardens
daily, 10am–4pm
Ushaw Cafe
daily, 10am–3:30pm
Address
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
near Durham City
DH7 7DW
Visit Us
Tickets
Visit for the day, book an event, or explore our great-value memberships for unlimited entry to Ushaw.
Book Now
A close up of our beautiful pink roses
The History of Ushaw's Park and Gardens
Our gardens tell Ushaw’s story perfectly. Once a community of faith, reinvented into one of Durham’s best visitor attractions, open for all since 2014.
When Ushaw’s school for priests closed, its gardens fell wild and overgrown.
After lying abandoned and unloved, volunteer gardeners and friends of Ushaw set about saving them.
Now fully restored, visitors love perching on our benches with a good book, sharing stories over coffee and soaking up fresh air and freedom.
400 red roses and clematis were planted in 2016 in memory of Ushaw students that fought and died in World War One.
During World War Two, survivors of Dunkirk were brought here to heal and convalesce, regaining strength in peaceful surroundings.
Now, there are beautiful borders and vivid, vibrant rhododendrons which sparkle in Summer.
Old photographs show these magnificent plants as tiny shrubs as far back as 1865.
The original Georgian style house, camouflaging its priestly purpose
Shrubs planted
0
Red roses memorial
0
Discover The Way of Light
Take a journey through a contemporary pilgrimage on the Way of Light Northern Saints Trail which passes through Ushaw.
Discover
Blooming
Good Selfies
Our gardens bloom bright and provide a stunning selfie spot in front of the main house, St Cuthbert’s Chapel and our Library.
Wander a little further, past unusual trees like our Holm Oak, Monkey Puzzle, Weeping Ash, Sweet Chestnut and Purple Beech.
You’ll see the outline of an old lake, dredged for clay to make bricks used to build our historic house.
Dotted around are animal carvings, the work of acclaimed carver Tommy Craggs, using wood from a sweet chestnut uprooted during Storm Desmond.
Wander in the Wolf Wood
Some historians believe Ushaw comes from the Anglo-Saxon term “Ulfs Shaw” meaning Wolf’s Wood.
For the energetic, you can enjoy a 3-mile circular route around the estate, starting at the main house and taking in the old hilltop with wide-open views of Durham’s countryside.
Everywhere you’ll find clues to our enchanting past.
The Beech trees at the bottom of drive were planted in 1800 to shield against the wind and keep building works secret from nosy neighbours.
On the eastern drive, the holes of a forgotten golf course now lie under fields and pasture.
(The 3 mile route is currently closed for maintenance)
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Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens, Woodland Road, Ushaw Moor, DH7 7DW
Registered Charity Number 527408.
Website hosted by
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About Ushaw
House & Chapels
Park & Gardens
History
Collections
Faith & Spirituality
What’s On
Events
Exhibitions
Your Visit
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FAQs
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Beautiful
Park
& Gardens
During World War Two, survivors of Dunkirk were brought here to heal, regaining strength in peaceful surroundings.
You can’t miss the rose beds
and rhododendrons.
Acres of formal gardens
20
+
Acres of park and farm land
500
+
Expect the unexpected
You’ll encounter playful surprises among our woodland trails and wide-open spaces.
Keep eyes peeled for inspirational art, cool wildlife carvings, vibrant floral gardens, fun family-friendly activities and live theatre, music and dance events.
We hold regular
outdoor events
for families, grown-ups and teeny tiny folks.
The original Georgian style house, camouflaging its priestly purpose
Experience the outdoors at Ushaw
Thirty acres of beautiful park, gardens and woodland – just four miles from historic Durham City.
Whether you’re pushing a buggy, holding hands or exercising a furry friend, Ushaw’s park and gardens are a delightful place to unwind and leave your worries behind.
You’ll find space to roam and recharge.
This is Ushaw, an outdoor experience so good, it’s beyond belief.
Accessible
Formal gardens
Woodland walks
3-mile circular walking route (closed for maintenance)
The Bounds: grass events and play space with children’s toys
Woodland Play Park for under 6s
Quadrangle of Georgian historic house
Dog-friendly
Regular programme of outdoor events & exhibitions
Ushaw-in good times
Visit Us
Open Hours
House, Chapels & Gardens
daily, 10am–4pm
Ushaw Cafe
daily, 10am–3:30pm
Address
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
near Durham City
DH7 7DW
Visit Us
Tickets
Visit for the day, book an event, or explore our great-value memberships for unlimited entry to Ushaw.
Book Now
A close up of our beautiful pink roses
The History of Ushaw's Park and Gardens
Our gardens tell Ushaw’s story perfectly. Once a community of faith, reinvented into one of Durham’s best visitor attractions, open for all since 2014.
When Ushaw’s school for priests closed, its gardens fell wild and overgrown.
After lying abandoned and unloved, volunteer gardeners and friends of Ushaw set about saving them.
Now fully restored, visitors love perching on our benches with a good book, sharing stories over coffee and soaking up fresh air and freedom.
400 red roses and clematis were planted in 2016 in memory of Ushaw students that fought and died in World War One.
During World War Two, survivors of Dunkirk were brought here to heal and convalesce, regaining strength in peaceful surroundings.
Now, there are beautiful borders and vivid, vibrant rhododendrons which sparkle in Summer.
Old photographs show these magnificent plants as tiny shrubs as far back as 1865.
The original Georgian style house, camouflaging its priestly purpose
Shrubs planted
0
Red roses memorial
0
Discover The Way of Light
Take a journey through a contemporary pilgrimage on the Way of Light Northern Saints Trail which passes through Ushaw.
Discover
Blooming
Good Selfies
Our gardens bloom bright and provide a stunning selfie spot in front of the main house, St Cuthbert’s Chapel and our Library.
Wander a little further, past unusual trees like our Holm Oak, Monkey Puzzle, Weeping Ash, Sweet Chestnut and Purple Beech.
You’ll see the outline of an old lake, dredged for clay to make bricks used to build our historic house.
Dotted around are animal carvings, the work of acclaimed carver Tommy Craggs, using wood from a sweet chestnut uprooted during Storm Desmond.
Wander in the Wolf Wood
Some historians believe Ushaw comes from the Anglo-Saxon term “Ulfs Shaw” meaning Wolf’s Wood.
For the energetic, you can enjoy a 3-mile circular route around the estate, starting at the main house and taking in the old hilltop with wide-open views of Durham’s countryside.
Everywhere you’ll find clues to our enchanting past.
The Beech trees at the bottom of drive were planted in 1800 to shield against the wind and keep building works secret from nosy neighbours.
On the eastern drive, the holes of a forgotten golf course now lie under fields and pasture.
(The 3 mile route is currently closed for maintenance)
Plan Your Visit
What’s On at Ushaw
Privacy Policy
Plan Your Visit
Getting Here
What’s On at Ushaw
News
Privacy Policy
Join Our Mailing List
Threads
X-twitter
Tiktok
Youtube
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens, Woodland Road, Ushaw Moor, DH7 7DW
Registered Charity Number 527408.
Website hosted by
Krystal
.
Discover
About Ushaw
House & Chapels
Park & Gardens
History
Collections
Faith & Spirituality
What’s On
Events
Exhibitions
Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
Opening Times
Group Visits
School Visits
FAQs
Stay With Us
More
News
Venue Hire
Get Involved
Sponsors & Partners
Recruitment
Sustainability
Tickets
Subscribe to our mailing list
Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
Opening Times
Admission
Group Visits
School Visits
FAQs