While the beauty of Gibside in Autumn cannot be argued with it is the catering I have beef with. None of their Gluten Free food is labelled, anywhere. So you have to queue all the way along, ask, wait while they go and look or...More

Excellent visit. Beautiful weather well organised, lovely staff in all areas- very welcoming. Loads to do- great kids area nd cafes. Excellent location. Thoroughly recommend.

Just visited Gibside through the national trust beautiful grounds and plenty to see started by walking through the walled gardens free fruit to take if you wish then onto the Orangery which must have been very impressive in its hayday also the main house which...More

While the old hall is fenced off and crumbling apart thanks to its previous owners, the grounds offer many opportunities for walks, bird watching, play, etc. A walled garden is put to great use with "allotments" operated by various organisations; activities for children. All very...More

This is a great place to visit and the walks around the estate are recommended, taking in the chapel, stables (now a tea room and exhibit centre), pond, monument, river, walled garden, etc. There's a decent tea shop too, with plenty outdoor seating. The car...More

Gibside hall is of the Jacobean period and is a crumbling shell. It's frontage is intact indicating the grand scale of the original hall. Unfortunately it is fenced off keeping visitors safe. The estate is worthy of a visit with many long walks and other...More

Having lived in the area for over 60 years I have just visited here and was amazed at this hidden gem. Without going into detail, if you like historic buildings, open areas, walled gardens etc., then this is the place to visit. You can also...More