Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links

Schedule

Wed Feb 11 2026 at 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Frankland Lane, DH1 5SZ Durham, United Kingdom | Durham, EN

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Join volunteer Chris for a guided tour of Crook Hall Gardens and the medieval hall. Learn about the history of the home, all the way back 1217, when it first appears in written records. Hear about some of the fascinating families who lived here over the centuries and discover the hall’s surprising literary connections.
Free, included with admission to the gardens. Donations welcome. Meet at the admissions hut by the entrance of Crook Hall Gardens.
Please note: Tours are run by a small volunteer team, so occasional dates need to be cancelled each month. If you are visiting to attend a tour, please confirm it is going ahead by calling in advance on 0191 383 1832.
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