Beningbrough Hall

Beningbrough Hall mansion overlooking the River Ouse offers some of the most beautiful portraits in York. Enjoy serenity and peace while beholding a spectacular view of the elaborate stone carvings over the entrance and garden front doors. It is also known for its lush green and well-maintained gardens.

You can also see the baroque wood-carvings and ironwork attributed to Robert Blakewell. The listed Grade 1 building features around 100 different portraits portraits of the Royal family, actors, painters and politicians from the National Portrait Gallery collection, and from the Ashmolean Museum a select group of Oriental ceramics adorning the tiers above the chimneypieces in the dressing rooms and closets of the Georgian Mansion.The famous Italian mansion built in 1716 by famous architect William Thornton showcases the best of 18th century design with hints of Victoriana and the 20th century. The mansion also has a wonderful collection of furniture including one of the finest Baroque state beds in the United Kingdom from the Chesterfield house, the famous Holme Lacy in Herefordshire, the outstanding walnut coloured furniture and a sunken bath. There is a cozy restaurant available that serves food and drinks. You can relax and enjoy the stunning visuals with a glass of fine wine or a cup of tea. The museum also has a shop selling different art merchandise and memoirs.