Aske Hall

Aske Hall is a Georgian country house in North Yorkshire with balanced, symmetrical architecture and solid stone facades. The interior features decorated rooms and the estate includes landscaped gardens that transition toward the surrounding countryside.

Sir Lawrence Dundas purchased the land in 1763 and hired architect John Carr to rebuild a medieval structure into a Georgian mansion. This transformation made it a showcase of aristocratic taste during the late 18th century.

The house holds furniture, paintings, and porcelain from the 18th century that show how wealthy families lived and what they valued. Walking through the rooms, you see the taste and refinement of aristocratic life during that era.

The house opens for visits on selected dates throughout the year and requires advance booking to enter. Check the current opening schedule before planning your visit to ensure the property is available.

A 12th-century defensive tower stands on the grounds, predating the current mansion by several centuries and showing where the earliest settlement was located. This ancient structure offers a connection to the medieval past of the site.

Location: Aske

Architects: John Carr, Daniel Garrett, William Wakefield, Ignatius Bonomi

Architectural style: Georgian architecture

GPS coordinates: 54.42570,-1.72757

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40