Fairfax House doesn’t immediately grab you as an exciting place to visit. The exterior looks like the old cinema it used to be but step inside, and you are in a very different world. It’s been hailed as ‘the finest Georgian town house in England’ and ‘a classical architectural masterpiece of its age’. We loved every minute of our visit.... More

We really enjoyed our visit to this restored Georgian house. We were lucky enough to follow a group being given a tour by an extremely accomplished guide who knew his stuff. He was full of anecdote and information about the house, only lived in by the Fairfaxes for a few weeks of the year, and furniture of the period donated... More

No really my thing it was ok but I went because I had the York pass and this was included don't know if I would pay to see this at the door

This is a wonderful house with an interesting story. We took the guided tour on the Monday and I am glad we did because it brought the history to life. Would have appreciated seeing inside at least one of the wonderful pieces of furniture.

Arrived a little late for a guided tour, something to save for next time. Went to evensong whilst son climbed tower. Very good choir and lovely simple service. The stained glass is wonderful.

This is an amazing example of the way in which a place can be restored and refurnished to give a taste of the lives of past generations. The stucco work is astounding! The room guides, all enthusiastic volunteers, bring the room to life and are willing to answer any questions you have. There are some incredible pieces of furniture and... More

I found the tour very dull as all there really is to do is look at furniture and paintings. If that's your thing then great but all I could think about was if Picandsort had won the 4.45 at Lingfield. However the tour guides were very helpful pleasant and knowledgable.

Talk about history, this house is full of it and a tour guide in every room to talk you through the years and the history.

Excellent value for money. All the guides were so knowlegeable and great with talking to my children.