Hedgeley Hall

Hedgeley Hall is a country house near Powburn set within a large estate spanning hundreds of hectares. The building displays substantial wings and screen walls that were added during extensive 19th-century renovation work.

Ralph Carr acquired the estate in 1786 and undertook major reconstruction to transform the existing building into its current form. These extensive renovations defined the appearance of the house as it stands today.

The interior features doors and fireplaces brought from other family estates like Dunston Hill and Hebburn Hall, creating a collection that reflects the family's connections across multiple properties.

The estate now operates as an educational center through LEAF Education, providing learning resources and experiences for visitors. The focus is on understanding agriculture and sustainable land management practices.

The site marks where Sir Ralph Percy fell during the War of the Roses at the Battle of Hedgeley Moor in 1463. This connects the estate to a significant moment in medieval regional history that predates the current house by centuries.

Location: Hedgeley

GPS coordinates: 55.44839,-1.88725

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:00