Temple Newsam Attractions & Landmark

"Hampton Court of the North"

Temple Newsam Road (off Selbay Road)
Leeds,
LS15 0AE
United Kingdom
Phone No. +44 113 264 5535
Visit Websitehttp://www.leeds.gov.uk/temple..
E mailtemple.newsam@leeds.gov.uk

Overview

Temple Newsam is a magnificent Tudor-Jacobean mansion steeped in history. Before it was rebuilt in the 17th century, the house belonged to the Knights Templar and the family of Lord Darnley, unlucky husband of Mary Queen of Scots. Aside from its absorbing history, Temple Newsam is worth visiting for its huge collection of old master paintings, including works by Titian and Rubens, and Chippendale furniture. The estate comprises 1500 acres of parkland which is used in the summer as a venue for high-profile pop and opera concerts. The grounds also play host to less glamorous attractions, namely the animals that make the on-site working farm the focus of regular school visits.