This historical estate is set in rolling hills with extensive woodlands and a beautiful walled garden.
Wallington House and Gardens is the largest estate in the care of the National Trust. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
At Wallington House and Gardens, about 30km northwest of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, visitors can enjoy a pleasant few hours admiring the interior of this historic stately home and exploring the grounds surrounded by rolling hills, extensive woodlands, ponds, a walled garden and a conservatory.
Wallington was the home of the unconventional and socialist Trevelyan family from 1777 until it was gifted to the National Trust in 1942. Indoors, the informal house displays thousands of beautiful items, including nationally important book and ceramics collections.
Visitors can explore the history of Northumberland in huge pre-Raphaelite paintings around the central hall, which is decorated with a series of eight murals by Newcastle-based Scottish artist William Bell Scott (1811-1890).
‘The Romans Cause A Wall To Be Built For The Protection Of The South’ (left), and ‘In The Nineteenth Century, The Northumbrians Show The World What Can Be Done With Iron And Coal’. (Northumberland Traveller pics)
Take time to discover the beautiful furniture, treasured collections and quirky curiosities in each room.
The lavish dining room has some fine crockery on display. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
Lady Trevelyan’s parlour with William Morris wallpaper. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
These model soldiers are probably not to be played with. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
The library houses several nationally important book collections. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
Caroline Trevelyan’s sketches, watercolours and other paintings. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
Outdoor attractions include a wildlife hide from where you might be lucky enough to spot red squirrels or otters, as well as an adventure playground, a play train and a play fort.
In addition, there are these wonderful attractions smack-dab in the middle of nature, where visitors can marvel at the extensive woodlands surrounding the estate:
The hidden walled garden, nestled in the east woods, was beloved by Lady Mary Trevelyan and remains a beautiful haven whatever the season. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
Wander past colourful borders and enjoy the scent of the flowers in the Edwardian conservatory. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
Enter through Neptune’s Gate, sweep down the stone staircase, past the Mary Pool and soak up the tranquil atmosphere by the pond. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
The Dragon cycle trail allows families to get out and about to enjoy spotting wildlife and far-reaching views across Northumberland. (Northumberland Traveller pic)
