Wassand Hall
Wassand Hall
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An old historic country house that hosts many local events. Open to the public on selected days between the end of May to August you can explore the gardens, visit the house and enjoy homemade teas in the walled gardens - please see our website (details above) for dates and details of ticket. Please note, teas only available for ticket holders.
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Fiona H
11 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Would not let us use the Tea Rooms unless we paid to go round the gardens. I am disabled just wanted a coffee and cake. Think will keep going to Burton Constable friend warm and can use Cafe free.
Written August 28, 2024
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Neil B
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Jun 2024 • Family
We have been before, this time the walled garden looked stunning, and so well looked after. Not a massive garden but all credit to the gardeners. All the flowers were at their best. There are some lovely walks and the people we met were pleasant. There are open days, when the hall is open and garden days. The café in the walled garden is self service on garden days, just situated in a peaceful spot, tea and coffee available and selection of cakes, payment via honesty box. Will definitely be visiting again.
Written July 3, 2024
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MESOX
East Yorkshire14 contributions
Jun 2013 • Solo
Such a beautiful estate to visit and right on our doorstep. So much more inviting than in the the days when Lady Strickland owned the estate, love the walled garden and the tea and cakes in the conservatory overlooking this garden.such a pretty house too .major part of estate is Hornsea Mere with its rowing boats and lovely cafe serving good food and providing idyllic views over the Mere.we visit here twice a week! Our favourite place
Written June 11, 2013
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Macl0205
The Hague, The Netherlands109 contributions
May 2014 • Family
This is a lovely place for an outing. The highlight is the impressive walled garden which you do not expect to find in an out of the way place like Hornsea. Beautifully presented with interesting,layout and plants and shrubs. Excellent tea room. Good cake - we tried 4 different types, all great. Nice cuppa with refills.
The only drawback is you have to pay the Garden entrance to get to the tearoom but the garden is worth it and they deserve to succeed. I can't imagine it's an easy job keeping a place like this going.
Entrance is not over the top - 3.50 for adults, 3.00 for geriatrics and 1.50 for kids over 10.
Will definitely return on next trip to Hornsea
The only drawback is you have to pay the Garden entrance to get to the tearoom but the garden is worth it and they deserve to succeed. I can't imagine it's an easy job keeping a place like this going.
Entrance is not over the top - 3.50 for adults, 3.00 for geriatrics and 1.50 for kids over 10.
Will definitely return on next trip to Hornsea
Written May 27, 2014
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david j
Scarborough, UK1 contribution
May 2013 • Friends
popped in for a cup of tea - woman at entrance wanted £3.50 each even at 4pm - this would have added £10.50 to the bill - wheelchair bound person would not have wanted to go round the grounds - likes level surfaces - obviously - but still she insisted on the full entry fee.Did not pay, had to pack up disabled person + kit back in car and go elsewhere. Woman "jobsworth" at entrance had no sympathy or understanding.Won't go there again
Written May 28, 2013
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We are sorry to hear about your disappointment, but as with many private houses, gardens and museums, refreshments are only provided for paying visitors. We are grateful to those who have left kind comments about the teas and cakes at Wassand but must stress this is a facility for ticket holders only rather than a regular walk-in cafe. To avoid similar misunderstandings we have noted this on our website and have provided details of excellent cafes and restaurants nearby for those who only want to stop for a cup of tea rather than visit the house and gardens.
Wassand Hall and Gardens were visited by over 750 people last weekend, including several wheelchair users and many with walking sticks and other mobility supports, all of whom enjoyed their visit where the lower level of the house and most of the gardens are accessible for people using wheelchairs, mobility scooters etc. We also provide parking close to the house for ticket holders with mobility issues and make every effort to make visits to the house and gardens as easy as possible.
Written May 30, 2013
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Michael M
Scarborough, UK23 contributions
Jun 2016 • Friends
What a wonderful warm welcome to our 47 visitors today. The owners were delightful and nothing was too much trouble to them. The house is beautiful with freedom to roam as you like. The history of the house very interesting. The views of Hornsea mere breathtaking. Walled garden spectacular, full of colour. The tea and cakes out of this world. Thank you to Mr a d Mrs russell for sharing their home with us. A sure treat not to be missed. Words now fail me because it was such a splendid experience. Thank you
Written June 24, 2016
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Gd_eats52
Aldbrough, UK34 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
If you're looking for something special on the outskirts of Hornsea, visit Wassand estate on one their open weekends.
This hidden away spot is delightful. Not many folk know about it, which in turn makes it even more special. There is an entrance fee, so come prepared. Personally I feel it's good value for money and places like this need to source income to continue to share it with us, the public. On open weekends home made cakes and tea are available, which you eat in the lovely conservatory in the walled garden. Always a wide selection, unless they've been picked over by the time you get there. A good suggestion is to get there as early as you can for the best selection. Usually open from 2 pm till 5 pm. Friendly staff, topped off with good baking, what more could you ask for? Great to see children play in the walled garden on these days too.
There are walks around the estate, if you want to work off some of that cake! It's a simple, old fashioned place to spend time. Great to bring folk from other countries to experience some English tradition. The walled gardens are lovely and with the help of some talented volunteers look stunning. Dogs are welcome, on a lead. There is usually a bowl of water outside the conservatory for thirsty canines. Quite simply it's a good spot for a family day out on a lovely sunny day. And it's only 5 minutes drive to the sea.
This hidden away spot is delightful. Not many folk know about it, which in turn makes it even more special. There is an entrance fee, so come prepared. Personally I feel it's good value for money and places like this need to source income to continue to share it with us, the public. On open weekends home made cakes and tea are available, which you eat in the lovely conservatory in the walled garden. Always a wide selection, unless they've been picked over by the time you get there. A good suggestion is to get there as early as you can for the best selection. Usually open from 2 pm till 5 pm. Friendly staff, topped off with good baking, what more could you ask for? Great to see children play in the walled garden on these days too.
There are walks around the estate, if you want to work off some of that cake! It's a simple, old fashioned place to spend time. Great to bring folk from other countries to experience some English tradition. The walled gardens are lovely and with the help of some talented volunteers look stunning. Dogs are welcome, on a lead. There is usually a bowl of water outside the conservatory for thirsty canines. Quite simply it's a good spot for a family day out on a lovely sunny day. And it's only 5 minutes drive to the sea.
Written June 2, 2016
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Robert M
York, UK5 contributions
May 2014 • Couples
Very rarely open so make sure you check before travelling a distance. They don't seem to answer the phone or reply to e.mails..I"ve been waiting over a week for a query to be answered. However it is a special place overlooking Hornsea mere having an interesting mixture of English and continental influences.The walled garden must be the best I"ve seen for a long time and teas are served in it! The grounds are well tended and are home to occasional special events...we visited on a well attended veteran car weekend. Excellent.Parking is in a nearby field and could be a problem in the wet. Charges are reasonable and tickets are taken by the owners There are 2 woodland walks which we did not have time to sample.Go,and enjoy the tranquillity even on a motor day!.
Written June 3, 2014
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Jenny W
Seaton, UK33 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
I've visited this small, charming country house several times. The rooms available to the public are real family rooms and therefore you feel immediately at home. Family members are available to answer any questions you may have and one room contains specific information about the family's history. The grounds are open to walkers and there is a delightful café in the walled garden which serves delicious home made cakes, tea and coffee.
Written August 31, 2016
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Jenny L
Hornsea, UK4 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
When family come and stay we go to wassand hall for cakes. These are always excellent. just wish it opened more frequently!
Written August 8, 2014
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I am thinking of cycling to wassand hall with the family is there anywhere to leave our bikes
Written July 30, 2018
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