Welcome to

Ushaw

Ushaw-in good times

Visit Us

Open Hours


House, Chapels & Gardens
daily, 10am–4pm

Ushaw Cafe
daily, 10am–3:30pm

Address

Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens,
near Durham City
DH7 7DW

Visit Us

Tickets

Visit for the day, book an event, or explore our great-value memberships for unlimited entry to Ushaw.

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About Us

Set within rolling parkland just outside Durham city, Ushaw is a place where history, culture and people come together to create experiences beyond belief.

Once a Catholic seminary, Ushaw is now a registered independent charity operating as a vibrant heritage destination.

Ushaw-in unforgettable experiences, with family, friends, work-mates, a furry companion or be content in blissful solitude. 

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Become a Member

It’s easy to keep the magic alive with an Ushaw Membership which includes unlimited visits and free entry to an array of events and exhibitions.

Discover Ushaw

Discover our rich history and lose yourself in our grounds, be amazed by beautiful buildings and marvel at centuries of art and heritage.

House & Chapels
Park & Gardens
Collections

Stay with Us

Immerse yourself in Ushaw’s history and heritage by staying in our Bed & Breakfast.

Where do I begin? Long history, beautiful buildings and grounds, amazing acoustic in St Cuthbert's chapel, everything considered, close to perfect!
Dianne
We had a lovely visit. What a beautiful tranquil place. The Chapel was absolutely stunning - quite took our breath away.
Booksearcher - Tripadvisor
Very interesting visit. Thoroughly enjoyed my overnight stay to explore the House, Chapel and grounds. Staff extremely welcoming. Well worth a visit.
Eleanor - Google Review
A fascinating venue with a remarkable history and story. Staff are supportive and knowledgeable. So much to explore during your stay including the Pugin chapels, library with some historically important books and items.
Peter - Tripadvisor