Whilst most visitors to East Riddlesden Hall are aware of all the fantastic history to explore within the property, all too often our beautiful grounds and gardens can be overlooked.

Now is the perfect time to come and discover a hidden slice of English countryside in the heart of Keighley.

Our Walks for Health are a fantastic way to begin exploring the local area, as well as offering a free, sociable and low-impact exercise. The walks are suitable for all levels of ability, with no need for any special equipment – just bring some sensible walking shoes and enthusiasm!

All our walks start and end at the Airedale Barn, and although the walks include those around our grounds, we use a variety of routes around Riddlesden, so there will always be something to keep you interested. The group meets every Tuesday at 2pm.

Whether you’ve already walked our riverside route or are thinking of visiting for the first time, our free Flora and Fauna walks offer you the perfect opportunity to learn more about the species that live in and around our grounds.

Join our groundsman as he guides you through our fields and along the riverbank, telling you about some of the fascinating plants and animals that call East Riddlesden Hall home. The walks take place on September 9 and October 7 at 2.30pm. Ask at the shop for details.

If you’ve been lucky enough to visit us before and seen our beautiful gardens in full bloom, you’ll know how fantastic they are. Now, our head gardener is offering you the opportunity to walk them with her through our Greener Gardening events, learning how we keep East Riddlesden Hall’s gardens going throughout the year. She will share her tips for greener gardening and try to answer any questions you may have about your own perfect plot. A great opportunity whether you’re a beginner or have the greenest of fingers!

These events are on September 11, 18 and 25 (normal admission prices apply).

Here at East Riddlesden Hall, you don’t have to just admire the plants in our gardens, you can enjoy some of our herbs and vegetables in our tea room!

The estate was once a hive of farming activity, producing enough milk, cheese and bread to supply the household and its workers. Today, our cosy tea room caters for the needs of all our visitors, whether you are peckish from exploring the house or famished from walking the grounds.

Although the estate no longer produces our milk, cheese and bread, we do source as much of our food locally as we are able to, and try to use organic, Fairtrade or seasonal food, wherever possible.