Blagdon Estate Open Gardens

Sunday 28th June 2026, 1pm - 4pm | Blagdon Hall, Seaton Burn, NE13 6DE

St Oswald’s Hospice is thrilled to be returning the beautiful, historic estate of Blagdon, Northumberland, for another Open Garden event – and this time we have something to celebrate!

Blagdon Estate is a family-run estate, only open a few times each year for the public to visit and enjoy. Lord and Lady Ridley are kindly allowing access to their private grounds, to help raise funds for St Oswald’s Hospice patients and families, as well as marking a very special birthday year for us – our 40th anniversary.

Take a stroll through the quarry garden, various follies, formal gardens and woodland walks, featuring designs by architect, Sir Edwin Lutyens.

As well as the beautiful gardens, you can also enjoy:

• Classic cars on display (weather permitting)
• Tea, coffee, cakes, and snacks for sale
• Live music performances throughout the day
• A range of stalls to browse in the courtyard
• Meet Peter Rabbit, star of St Oswald's Hospice's

Most of the venue is wheelchair accessible and some walking paths may not be suitable in the event of adverse weather. There is limited accessible parking. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on leads. You can arrive any time from 1pm but please note that last entry to the estate is 3:00pm, as the event will shut promptly at 4:00pm.

There is plenty of free parking available onsite. This will be within a neighbouring field but limited hard standing parking will be available next to Blagdon Hall for those with accessibility needs.

Tickets will be available on the day subject to availability, at £12 per adult. Under 16’s are free.

Card payment will be available on the day however due to limited signal on the estate, it's advised to bring cash if you wish to make purchases or donations.

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