Timeline
17:07
Enter the parkland through the archway and walk towards the main house. The 18th-century Italianate Baroque facade is best appreciated in the fading light.
17:37
Find a bench in the extensive gardens. The gardens offer a rich, expansive setting to wait for the sun to dip below the horizon toward the WSW.
18:07
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the grounds as the day ends.
18:37
End your visit by taking a final stroll through the parkland. Check the website for opening hours to ensure you can exit comfortably.
Local tip
The hall is managed by the National Trust. Adult entry is £16, but members enter for free. Free parking is available north of the city centre off the A19.
Check before you go
- Check the National Trust website for current opening hours and sunset times, as these vary by season.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to York (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).