Washington Old Hall
Tyne and Wear, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
The Avenue, Washington NE38 7LE
Telephone 0191 416 6879
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Washington Old Hall is a medieval manor house in Tyne and Wear that was the ancestral home of George Washington's family, a small property that reviewers say can be seen in around 30 minutes but still carries plenty of interesting history. The walled garden is a particular highlight, with wisteria and seasonal flowers drawing repeat visits, and staff are consistently praised as accommodating and knowledgeable. It's a modest, quiet stop rather than a full day out.
Worth the trip
The walled garden, especially in spring when the wisteria and seasonal flowers are in bloom, praised by reviewers for its scent as much as its look.
Before you go
Dogs are welcome on the grounds walk but can't go into the hall itself, and the whole visit can comfortably be done in around 30 minutes if time is short.
Reviewers consistently describe Washington Old Hall as a small property with a lot of packed-in history, manageable in around 30 minutes, with impeccably maintained gardens and a walled garden praised for its wisteria and scent in spring. Volunteers and staff are repeatedly noted as knowledgeable and accommodating, offering booklets, information boards and a video. There is no cafe on site, though a book shop and toilets are available, and free roadside parking with blue badge access is mentioned as a plus. A small garden and play area make it suitable for families with young children.
Medieval manor house that was the ancestral home of George Washington's family
“Small property but lots of interesting history. Can get around it in 30 mins or so. Also a small garden and play area.”- Ali Graham, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Free parking on the busy roadside with blue badge on the property.” - ilona rigo
- Facilities
- “A book shop,toilets but no cafe.” - ilona rigo
Common questions about Washington Old Hall
Where is Washington Old Hall?
Washington Old Hall is in Tyne and Wear, England, at The Avenue, Washington NE38 7LE.
Do you need a ticket to visit Washington Old Hall?
Yes - Washington Old Hall 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 Washington Old Hall?
The walled garden, especially in spring when the wisteria and seasonal flowers are in bloom, praised by reviewers for its scent as much as its look.
Is Washington Old Hall a ruin or still intact?
Washington Old Hall is largely intact - Medieval manor house that was the ancestral home of George Washington's family.
