What is the minimum group size?
We offer discounted group entry rates for parties of 12 or more. We can accommodate groups smaller than 12 but the discounted rates would not be applicable.
We offer discounted group entry rates for parties of 12 or more. We can accommodate groups smaller than 12 but the discounted rates would not be applicable.
We provide free entry for coach drivers and group organisers. Coach drivers also receive a free refreshment voucher for use in our Courtyard Café.
To book a group visit, please use our online booking form.
If you encounter any problems our team can be reached via email groups@harewood.org or by phone 0113 218 1000.
We currently have tours available across the House, Gardens and Bird Garden, there’s something for every group to enjoy.
Find out more about our Guided Tours here.
We encourage payment in advance of your visit as this will enable us to process your group immediately on arrival. We understand this can not always be achieved and can accept payment on the day. Payment can be in the form of cash, card, cheque or invoice.
For all bookings where catering or guided tours are booked, we require confirmation of final numbers and full payment for this element of your booking at least 2 weeks prior to your visit.
For catering, we also require confirmation of any dietary requirements at this time.
We can offer a variety of pre-arranged catering options for groups of 15 or more.
You can find our group catering menu here.
If you do not wish to arrange catering, we do have several catering facilities on site. Please note that tables cannot be reserved within these spaces.
Group admission includes access to the House, Grounds, Gardens and Bird Garden.
Please note that the house will be closed for short periods throughout the year, to install our varied exhibition programme.
Check our house closure dates here.
We encourage payment in advance of your visit as this will enable us to process your group immediately on arrival. Our site is now entirely cashless, therefore we ask that any groups paying on the day pay by card only. Invoicing available by prior arrangement.
We request that you inform us of any cancellations in advance via email or on 0113 218 1000.
For festive group bookings we require a £100 Non-refundable deposit, this will not be returned upon cancellation.
We are unable to facilitate free entry for Blue Badge Guides.
Blue Badge Guides are welcome to visit Harewood House for a pre-visit recce if accompanying a large group at a later date. If this is the case, please do contact us at groups@harewood.org to arrange.
We offer free coach parking, located at the top of our main car park. Coaches we will be advised directions upon arrival.
All groups arriving by coach will be met by a member of the group bookings team.
We are unable to provide mobility scooters , however wheelchairs can be hired from the House or Visitor Information in the Courtyard. There are five wheelchairs available to hire daily.
We recommend 3+ hours for self-guided group visits, this includes our House, Grounds and Gardens.
Allow extra time if pre-booking extras such as catering or tours.
Please see below:
Shortest width = 3.23m
Lowest height = 5.7m
Any vehicle within these numbers will be able to travel through our entrance.
Once onsite groups are welcome to stay until site closure.
Closing hours can vary throughout the year, we recommend checking our website before your visit.
Maps will be given to all groups upon arrival which include site timings.
Photography is permitted across the site but please no flash whilst you are inside the House itself. This is for conservation reasons and helps us protect our wonderful collections. Filming is also not permitted while in the House
On arrival we request that you pause at the Visitor Reception ticket barriers, located a short way down the main drive from the A61. Pull over to the left-hand booth to make yourself known to our staff who will be expecting you.
At this point you can make any remaining payments and will be given maps for your group.
Exclusive to Harewood. Our Harewood Guidebook is an illustrated guide to the history and architecture of Harewood House, featuring an introduction by David Lascelles, the Earl of Harewood
The Harewood guidebook can be added to your booking at the discounted group rate of £3 (Usually £5)
Your guidebooks will be ready for collection from the state floor on the day of your visit.