May Half Term
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What's on at Harewood this May Half Term
There’s no shortage of fun and fresh-air adventures this May half term!
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Great British Food Festival
With the perfect recipe for the bank holiday weekend, the Great British Food Festival returns to Harewood again this summer.
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Bugs and Beasties House Hunt
Can you find the bugs and beasties hiding around the House? Follow the clues to discover five tiny creatures that can cause big problems for historic houses.
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Lawn Games
Get ready for some friendly competition on the lawns at Harewood! Join us for a playful day of classic garden games set against the beautiful backdrop of the Gardens and Grounds.
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Wildlife Crafts
Inspired by the wildlife found across Harewood, join us for hands-on crafts and explore nature through creativity.
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Minibeast Safari
Join us to uncover the hidden world of our meadows’ smallest residents!
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Bugs and Beasties House Talk
Learn about the bugs and beasties that lurk all around the House and how our Collections Care Team make sure to protect all the wonderful interiors against them!
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Conservation in Action
See conservation live in front of you, learn what creepy crawlies lurk in the House and pick the brains of our Collections Care Team!
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Bugs and Beasties Outdoor Talk
Discover the best bits about bugs in this fascinating family-friendly talk and learn why these tiny creatures are some of the most important residents in our natural world.
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Exhibitions and Workshops
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Charlotte Verity: The Season Following
Experience the fleeting nature of the seasons through the work of Charlotte Verity, a British artist known for her meticulously observed paintings of plants and flowers.
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Leafy Couture Collaboration
Stunning floral installations inspired by the seasons, made by Leafy Couture, displayed in the House.
Yoga Events with Harewood Holistics
Join Harewood House and Harewood Holistics for relaxing morning yoga on the Harewood Estate.
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Cecil Beaton: Staging Icons
Step into the glamorous world of Cecil Beaton, the legendary photographer who captured some of the most iconic figures of the 20th century, from Hollywood legends and stars of the West End to the British royal family.
Seasonal Candle Making Workshops
Experience the relaxing and mindful process of creating your own candles with Wicks & Spritz
Fireside Fridays - Adult Bushcraft Workshops
Step beyond the public paths and into the hidden corners of Harewood’s wild spaces.
Portraiture Workshop
This workshop will place a focus on the understanding of light and shadow, proportion, and form, bringing out our own individual expression along the way.
Build Your Own Terrarium Workshop
Join Layla from York Terrariums and create your own self-contained ecosystem.
Lino Printing Christmas Cards Workshop
Enjoy a festive lino printing workshop with artist Megan Dobbyn, where you will learn how to use a lino cutter, how to carve a lino block, and how to achieve a successful print.
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Harewood Experiences
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Harewood Afternoon Tea
Treat yourself to a quintessential English Afternoon Tea at Harewood.
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Daily Talks
Drop into the House every day during open season at 12pm and uncover the captivating world of Harewood’s past.
Attic Tours
These special tours offer the rare opportunity to ascend into the attics of Harewood House.
Children's Birthday Parties
Make this birthday one to remember with a children’s party at Harewood.
Yoga Events with Harewood Holistics
Join Harewood House and Harewood Holistics for relaxing morning yoga on the Harewood Estate.
Private Apartment Tours
The Private Apartments on the first floor of Harewood House have hosted artists, presidents, kings and queens for over 250 years, and have been used by the Lascelles family since the 18th century.
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Nature Walks
Step out into nature and join us every month for a rejuvenating group walk at Harewood.
Hidden Harewood - by Harewood Food & Drink Project
The one of a kind magical mystery foodie tour across Harewood returns for 2026. Run by our neighbours Harewood Food & Drink Project, this event is the perfect way to taste the best of Harewood.
Teacups to Treasures: Collections Care Tour
Join our collections care team to find out what it takes to look after Harewood house and its collections.
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Family Fun
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Children's Birthday Parties
Make this birthday one to remember with a children’s party at Harewood.
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Nature Safari Bags
From beasties hiding under the rich, textured tapestry of leftover autumn leaves, to birds circling the skies above Harewood House, there is so much to discover with Nature Safari Bags.
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Great British Food Festival
With the perfect recipe for the bank holiday weekend, the Great British Food Festival returns to Harewood again this summer.
Children's Birthday Parties
Make this birthday one to remember with a children’s party at Harewood.
Free for Members
Lego Club
A fun-filled session of LEGO building where your little ones can create their own unique designs or favourite characters.
Adventure Babies Summer Term
Delight your little ones with captivating stories, and music that will ignite their imagination.
Adventure Babies Circus Special
Through interactive storytelling, sensory play, and gentle music, your baby will become part of an imaginary circus.
Art Club (age 5+)
Give your little artists the chance to learn new skills, meet new people and take home some marvellous creations!
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Magic at the Mansion
Harewood Christmas 2026 is… Magic at the Mansion, and it’s going to be unforgettable.
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Festivals and Outdoor Events
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Great British Food Festival
With the perfect recipe for the bank holiday weekend, the Great British Food Festival returns to Harewood again this summer.
Dirty Dancing Outdoor Cinema
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chair and experience the classic, Dirty Dancing on a HUGE open-air screen under the stars!
Members: Great British Food Festival
Member booking is now open for Great British Food Festival.
Could Be Real Tribute Festival
Featuring some of the UK’s top tribute acts including ABBA, Arctic Monkeys, Ed Sheeran, Fleetwood Mac, Oasis & Queen.
Goodlife Festival 2026
Goodlife Festival returns to Harewood on Saturday 6 June 2026
Inflatable 5K
Get ready to bounce your way through the world’s biggest and most epic Inflatable 5K obstacle course returning to Harewood again this summer.
West Yorkshire Trail Run
UK Running Events returns to Harewood for their second year with their West Yorkshire Trail Run offering 13km and half marathon route.
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Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club, North of England Rally
2026 marks 46 years of the Rolls Royce Rally at Harewood, bringing together some of the UK's most prized motor…
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VW Festival
Marking the 21st anniversary of the event, the UK’s largest, family friendly VW show returns to Harewood again this summer.
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Summer at Harewood
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What's on at Harewood this Summer
Lights, camera, action! This summer at Harewood is all about performance.
Adventure Babies Summer Term
Delight your little ones with captivating stories, and music that will ignite their imagination.
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Spot Simba the Pug Trail
Meet Cecil Beaton’s favourite four-legged friend – Simba the pug! Can you spot Simba sneaking about in the rooms?
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Curtains Up! Outdoor Play
Head over to our stunning Sun Sides field at Harewood House and take the stage, dress up, get creative, test your circus skills and play outdoor games.
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Snaps Through Time: Conservation in Action Talk
Join our Collections Care Team to discover more fascinating photography facts and explore the history of the camera through a selection of historic images.
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Wild Harewood: Family Den-Off
Work together in the woods to build a natural shelter using woodland materials, then test if it can withstand the elements. A fun, hands on family adventure focused on teamwork, creativity & outdoor exploration.
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Thomas’ Terrace School
Join the Collections Care team for a unique opportunity to help clean the outdoor statues on the Terrace. This hands-on activity gives younger visitors the chance to learn how we care for historic sculptures and preserve them for future generations.
Tree Toddlers Summer Special
Designed especially for 3-5 year olds and their grown-ups, this hands-on session will spark imaginations and inspire a lifelong love for the natural world.
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Christmas at Harewood
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What's on at Harewood this Christmas
Prepare yourself for a Christmas experience like no other. Familiar rooms will shimmer with enchantment as playful personalities emerge from unexpected places.
Father Christmas Experience
Father Christmas returns to Harewood with a enchanting adventure, it’s more magical than ever!
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Harewood Christmas Market in partnership with Little Bird Made
The highly anticipated Christmas Market, curated by Little Bird Made returns to Harewood! Discover unique gifts from some of Yorkshire’s finest independent traders and indulge in the region’s best street food.
Christmas afternoon tea
Step into Harewood this Christmas and take your seat at a table set for celebration. Inspired by the enchantment of the season, Festive Afternoon Tea offers a moment of indulgence within the sparkle and splendour of the season.
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Magic at the Mansion
Harewood Christmas 2026 is… Magic at the Mansion, and it’s going to be unforgettable.
Lino Printing Christmas Cards Workshop
Enjoy a festive lino printing workshop with artist Megan Dobbyn, where you will learn how to use a lino cutter, how to carve a lino block, and how to achieve a successful print.
Wreath Making Workshop
Allow team Tweedle to help you get hands on and creative in making a fresh & seasonally filled Christmas wreath.…
Festive Soap Making Workshops
Join Rachael Robson from Wharfedale Soaps for a relaxing few hours of Christmas soap making!
Reindeer Willow Weaving Workshop
A festive Willow Weaving workshop where you will have the chance to make your very own 5-foot Christmas reindeer.
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Reimagining our Landscape
It’s our mission to protect and enhance Harewood House Trust for the benefit of you, our visitors. So from 2023 – 2033 we’ll be Reimagining our Landscape.
Future of Harewood