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Nostell

West Yorkshire, England


Nostell

Key facts

Operator
National Trust
Condition
Intact
Access
Staffed, ticketed
Entry pass
National Trust Explorer Pass

Pinpoint

Nostell, Wakefield WF4 1QT

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Nostell is a Palladian mansion designed in part by Robert Adam, and its interiors hold an important collection of Chippendale furniture commissioned specifically for the house - a rare case of furniture and architecture surviving together as originally intended. That combination of Adam's architectural design and Chippendale's craftsmanship makes it a significant stop for anyone interested in 18th-century design at its most accomplished. The scale of the collection sets it apart from many houses of similar size.

Worth the trip

The Chippendale furniture collection, commissioned specifically for the house and still displayed within the Robert Adam interiors it was designed for.

Before you go

Houses with important furniture collections like this often restrict photography or handling in certain rooms, so it's worth checking current visitor guidance before you go if that matters to your visit.

Palladian mansion designed in part by Robert Adam, home of Chippendale furniture commissioned for the house

Common questions about Nostell

Where is Nostell?

Nostell is in West Yorkshire, England, at Nostell, Wakefield WF4 1QT.

Do you need a ticket to visit Nostell?

Yes - Nostell is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.

What is the highlight of visiting Nostell?

The Chippendale furniture collection, commissioned specifically for the house and still displayed within the Robert Adam interiors it was designed for.

Is Nostell a ruin or still intact?

Nostell is largely intact - Palladian mansion designed in part by Robert Adam, home of Chippendale furniture commissioned for the house.