About Upper Helmsley Hall
Nestled in 700 acres of stunning Yorkshire countryside, Upper Helmsley Hall is a delightful retreat steeped in history and elegance. This unique ancestral home, cherished by five generations, seamlessly combines the grandeur of Georgian and Victorian architecture, creating a timeless setting for weddings, special occasions and gatherings of family and friends.
Stay with us and experience:
Historical Charm
The Hall has been lovingly restored in the Georgian style and is adorned with original features and furnishings to offer guests an immersive experience into a bygone era.
Spacious Living Areas
Guests can relax or gather in the four splendid reception rooms, including a formal dining room and an elegant drawing room.
Luxurious Accommodation
Upper Helmsley Hall's first floor has eight double bedrooms for up to 16 guests, each uniquely decorated. The second floor offers a three-bedroom flat for four more guests. The property also features seven bathrooms.
Modern Conveniences
Prepare feasts or casual meals in the large breakfast kitchen with a butler's pantry.
Extensive Gardens
Take a stroll through the Hall's landscaped lawns, marvel at the serene duck pond or play a few rounds of tennis on the full-size, recently resurfaced tennis court.
Our History
The main house at Upper Helmsley Hall was originally built in the Georgian era while under the ownership of the Suger family (a York merchant). The property has stayed in the family for five generations, passing on to the Herberts – most notably Lieutenant Colonel George Edward Herbert, who married Anna Maria Whittell.
Under their ownership, the Victorian extension at Upper Helmsley was added. Today, the Hall is under the care of Mary Anne Mackaness (formerly Herbert), George Edward Herbert's great-great-granddaughter.
The property is uniquely situated next to an old dairy farm and stables in the peaceful village and civil parish of Upper Helmsley, around seven miles from the City of York. It has a population of less than 100 people, according to the most recent Census.
Did You Know?
The history of Upper Helmsley village goes back to 1086 when it was recorded in the Domesday Book as having a population of 0.6 households.