The Hall (Seaton Delaval)

The Hall at Seaton Delaval was built between 1718 and 1729. It was designed by the famous architect Sir John Vanbrugh for Admiral George Delaval. It has a large central main block with small turrets on each corner. Stables and a kitchen on the east and west are linked to the main building by an arcade. The building was damaged by fire in 1752 and restored in 1814-15. The main block was again damaged by a fire in 1822 and it is still an empty ruin. This is a Grade I listed building protected by law.

Reference number: N11971
Historical period: Post-medieval (1540 to 1900)
Legal status: Listed Building
Registered Historic Park or Garden

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Source of Reference
Local History of Seaton Delaval
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Seaton Delaval Hall. Photo by Northumberland County Council.

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