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Bertie Robinson: The Footman from St Vincent
17 May – 22 October 2021Free for members
Harewood have teamed up with Leeds-based DSRG (the Diasporian Stories Research Group) to bring to life the story of Harewood's first black member of staff, George 'Bertie' Robinson. Bertie travelled with the 5th Earl and Countess from St Vincent to Leeds aged 13 to work for the Lascelles family. Launching in the Yellow Drawing Room from 17 May, Bertie Robinson : The Footman from St Vincent is part of an annual … Read more
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Open History at Harewood
17 May – 22 October 2021
Harewood is committed to being honest about its past, being part of much needed conversations and transparent about colonial history. We cannot change the past, but we can use it as a stark, unequivocal truth to build a fairer, equal future. Bertie Robinson: The Footman from St Vincent, a new display in the Yellow Drawing Room opening from 17 May, will bring to life the story of Harewood's first black member of … Read more
Harewood Unlimited
Dawn Chorus Walk with Breakfast
20 – 26 May 2021
Experience an early morning walk around the grounds of Harewood, and discover the secrets of nature from Bird Garden Team as they talk you through the daily natural spectacle that is the dawn chorus. See, hear, and learn more about the native birds found across the Harewood grounds, a perfect walk for those wanting to learn more about the nature that surrounds us. Finish your tour with a Freshly brewed coffee and … Read more
Harewood Unlimited
The History of the Himalayan Garden; Head Gardener Twilight Tour
20 – 25 May 2021
Join our Head Gardener, Trevor Nicholson, for an exclusive evening tour of Harewood's Himalayan Garden. Learn about the history of the garden, which was a favourite walking destination of HRH Princess Mary's. Discover some of the wonderful plants and unique qualities that the Himalayan Garden has to offer, as well as hear stories of the intrepid plant hunters who risked their lives to bring back a whole host of … Read more
Harewood Unlimited
Royal Harewood Tour with Afternoon Tea
20 – 21 May 2021
Join Harewood’s Curator for a special tour of all things ‘royal’ at Harewood. From porcelain created for an ill-fated French king to a birthday book belonging to an English queen, this tour will offer an opportunity to get up-close to some of Harewood’s best-loved, as well as lesser known, royal treasures. Learn about some of Harewood’s historic state visits, as well as those made by more recent … Read more