Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens

Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens Ushaw is a venue for arts, heritage and events - a place where wonder and amazement collide. Registered charity number 527408

Our Main House, Chapels, Gardens & Cafe are open: 10am - 4pm daily.

03/06/2026

Our Volunteer Manager, Pam is looking forward to welcoming everyone to our Volunteering Taster Day on Wednesday 24 June ✨

Come along to discover volunteering opportunities, meet the team and explore Ushaw.

Book your space: https://ushaw.org/whatson/volunteertasterday/

Volunteers' Week

This Thursday evening, Andy Doyle of Lay Dominicans North East will guide us through the 800-year history of this import...
03/06/2026

This Thursday evening, Andy Doyle of Lay Dominicans North East will guide us through the 800-year history of this important feast and the personalities who shaped its development.

Along the way, we will encounter St Thomas Aquinas, the great 13th-century Dominican philosopher, theologian and poet, whose influence can be found throughout Ushaw, from its chapels and artworks to the intellectual and spiritual traditions that helped shape the institution.

Pay as you wish, see more: https://ushaw.org/whatson/the-conversation-room/

At our Specialist Plant & Garden Fair, you'll discover over 40 craft stalls in the Refectory, offering a wonderful selec...
02/06/2026

At our Specialist Plant & Garden Fair, you'll discover over 40 craft stalls in the Refectory, offering a wonderful selection of garden and flower-inspired products, gifts, and handmade creations. 🛍️

📅 Saturday 13 June, 10am - 3pm
👉 Entry included with admission or membership, book online and save: https://ushaw.org/whatson/plant-fair-26

Happy National Volunteers' Week! 💛We want to say a huge thank you to our amazing team of volunteers, who are an incredib...
02/06/2026

Happy National Volunteers' Week! 💛

We want to say a huge thank you to our amazing team of volunteers, who are an incredibly important part of Ushaw.

✨ 132 volunteers
✨ 17,423 hours hours contributed last year
✨ Supporting the house, gardens, collections, and maintenance

Volunteers' Week

01/06/2026

Happy National Dinosaur Day! 🦕

Dinosaurs may be extinct, but they’re coming to Ushaw this summer. Join us for an unforgettable Dinosaur Weekend packed with prehistoric fun for the whole family on 1 & 2 August!

To add to the fun, we’re launching our upcoming Extinction exhibition on Sat 20 June 🦖

Get ready to travel millions of years back in time... no time machine required.

For our Conversation Room this Thursday, Ushaw prepares to host this year’s Procession with the Blessed Sacrament, and o...
01/06/2026

For our Conversation Room this Thursday, Ushaw prepares to host this year’s Procession with the Blessed Sacrament, and on the traditional date for the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, Andy Doyle of Lay Dominicans North East will guide us through the 800 year history and the personalities involved in the feast.

In particular, we will be brought into conversation with St Thomas Aquinas, the great 13th century Dominican philosopher, theologian and poet.

Pay as you wish, see more; https://ushaw.org/whatson/the-conversation-room/

Don’t miss the colour rush this rhododendron season 🌸💓
31/05/2026

Don’t miss the colour rush this rhododendron season 🌸💓

The intricate symmetry of St. Cuthbert’s Chapel.📸 :
31/05/2026

The intricate symmetry of St. Cuthbert’s Chapel.

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Address

Woodland Road
Durham
DH79RH

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+441913738500

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