Name: Brodsworth Hall and Gardens
Rating: 5.0

Brodsworth Hall and Gardens

Brodsworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7XJ, England

1-90 Years

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Brodsworth Hall and Gardens is a beautifully preserved Victorian country house offering a unique glimpse into historic English life. Set within restored gardens, it combines heritage, nature, and family-friendly experiences in one destination. It’s an ideal day out for families, history lovers, and visitors looking to explore a grand historic estate.

Visitors can explore the grand Victorian interiors on the ground floor, complete with chandeliers and period features, while discovering the story of its last owner. The site also features extensive restored gardens with topiary, a fern dell, colourful floral displays, and quirky historic features like the 1864 outdoor loo. Families can enjoy an outdoor playground, folktale creature trails, and interactive exhibitions that bring history to life. Additional facilities include a tearoom, picnic areas, and a gift shop, making it a well-rounded visitor experience.

Advance ticket prices (without donation) are £13.85 for adults, £6.88 for children (5–17), and £13.09 for concessions, with family tickets from £20.82. On-the-day prices (without donation) are £16.30 for adults, £8.10 for children, and £15.40 for concessions, with family tickets from £24.50. Entry is free for members.

Overall, Brodsworth Hall and Gardens offers a rich blend of history, gardens, and family-friendly activities. Its combination of heritage interiors, outdoor exploration, and interactive features makes it enjoyable for all ages. It is a memorable and engaging destination for a day out in Doncaster.

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Features

Brodsworth Hall is something special – a country house conserved as it was found after the death of its last owner in 1988. Along with restored gardens full of surprises and family-friendly features, it offers a grand Yorkshire day out.
There’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy at Brodsworth. Kids will love exploring the gardens and the outdoor play area, and the hall’s history is brought to life by changing exhibitions and friendly volunteer room stewards.
There’s also a welcoming tearoom in the servants’ wing. The upper floors of the hall are currently closed. However, the ground floor and rest of the site remain fully open, with plenty to see and enjoy. There’s a lot to see and do at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens.

Facilities

Parking: Free parking on site.
Food & Drinks: The Garden Tearooms serve high-quality Yorkshire food using the best local, fresh ingredients. We offer a children's selection on the menu. In fine weather, you can enjoy the tranquillity of the hall from the outdoor seating on the Tea Terrace.
Picnic Area: Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the gardens.
Toilets: Male and female toilets are located in a separate toilet block 50 metres from the hall. Disabled toilets are located in the adapted toilet block 50 metres from the hall.
Shop: Shop selling a wide range of heritage-themed gifts, plants in spring and summer, books and gardening items. There is also a secondhand bookshop with a wide varity of titles located in the Hall near the tearooms.

What to see

Enter a grand Victorian home: Visit Brodsworth Hall and Gardens and spend the day appreciating the grandeur of Victorian living. The Hall was built in the 1860s and the grand ground floor rooms still recall the house’s Victorian heyday, with glittering chandeliers and marble statues. But as you continue to explore, the picture changes. The last owner, the indomitable Sylvia Grant-Dalton, fought a losing battle against subsidence and leaking roofs, making do and mending with dwindling funds and ever-fewer servants.
See the glorious gardens: Over the past 30 years, we’ve been restoring Brodsworth’s extensive gardens with brilliant bedding, formal topiary, a fern-filled dell and quirky garden buildings. Don’t miss the charming 1864 ‘privy’ toilet and the restored Target Range, which is a mosaic of colourful beds and intricate paving, complete with a Classical-style ‘Eyecatcher’ and a picturesque summerhouse.
Have some family fun: Kids will love exploring the gardens and the outdoor play area, and the hall’s history is brought to life by changing exhibitions and friendly volunteer room stewards. Let little ones run wild in the gardens: wander over and under the bridges of the fern dell; sniff your way through the wild rose dell; and be sure to have a peek at the historic outdoor loo! The playground at Brodsworth is based on the history of the family who lived here. There's a sailing boat for mini sea-captains, climbing frames and slides to explore.
Discover magical creatures: Looking for an adventure with your little ones? Uncover English folklore with our Folktale Creature Trails, where children can discover magical creatures from English myths and legends. Meet six unique creatures as you explore the site, and earn a special certificate marking your achievement when you complete the trail. There are some captivating audio stories to enjoy when you get home too.

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Advance Online Tickets

Member: With donation: Free / Without donation: Free
Adult: With donation: £15.30 / Without donation: £13.85
Child (5–17 years): With donation: £7.65 / Without donation: £6.88
Concession: With donation: £14.45 / Without donation: £13.09
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): With donation: £38.25 / Without donation: £34.76
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): With donation: £22.95 / Without donation: £20.82

On the day tickets

Member: With donation: Free / Without donation: Free
Adult: With donation: £18.00 / Without donation: £16.30
Child (5–17 years): With donation: £9.00 / Without donation: £8.10
Concession: With donation: £17.00 / Without donation: £15.40
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): With donation: £45.00 / Without donation: £40.90
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): With donation: £27.00 / Without donation: £24.50

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/brodsworth-hall-and-gardens/prices-and-opening-times/

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Offer Birthday Parties: No

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Address: Brodsworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7XJ, England

Post Code: DN5 7XJ

Council: Doncaster

County: South Yorkshire

By Car: In Brodsworth, 5 miles north-west of Doncaster off A635 Barnsley Road; from junction 37 of A1(M). Follow brown signs to Brodsworth, don’t use SatNav directions, which can be misleading. Free parking on site.
By Bus: Tates Travel service 203
By Train: South Elmsall 4 miles; Moorthorpe 4 1⁄2 miles; Doncaster 5 1⁄2 miles; Adwick Le Street 3 miles