Tempest Hall North of England

A Grade 1 historic house.
A MAGNIFICENT RETREAT WHERE LUXURY IS THE BYWORD

This house is as English as the land it stands on – and the Estate has been there since 1097. Tempest Hall has belonged to the Tempest Baronet family for 900 years. The grandeur of the State Rooms will take your breath away and the bedrooms are both luxurious and designed to give every guest striking views of the beautifully landscaped Yorkshire parkland and the 17th century formal gardens. The 3000 acres of gardens, woodland and open countryside are perfect for walking, cycling, fishing, tennis and picnics.

The elegant interiors are sumptuously furnished, yet Tempest Hall never feels like a museum or even a country club – it remains a cherished and authentic home, just as it was originally conceived. The ambience is relaxed yet luxurious, with outstanding food, skilled staff and an extensive wine cellar at your disposal.

You can hire Tempest Hall alone, or together with the cottages on the Estate to accommodate up to 75. There's also a wonderful state-of-the-art wellness and conference centre making this is the ideal venue for business conferences, parties and big family gatherings.

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Guest Reviews

This was a great find. The best event location in the north of England. We were well looked after and enjoyed an experience that was far better than expected. Thank you Tempest Hall. We'll be back.

Daniel, London

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Highlights Living Spaces Bedroom Bathrooms Kitchen and Dining Facilities Grounds All

Oak Bedroom

Dining Room

Exterior

Orangery

Gardens

Dining Room

Games Room

List of Bedrooms (PDF)

What to Expect

We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Tempest Hall Estate just perfect. In all of our stately homes to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.

Luxury bed linen, towels and robes
Complimentary bathroom amenities
Wifi internet
Private tennis court
Outdoor heated swimming pool
Biomass central heating
Open fires in almost every room (fuel included)
Discreet staff on hand to ensure the smooth running of the house and turn down beds
Gardens with gas BBQ
Red Drawing Room, used as a film location for Emily Bronte’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ starring Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche
Penthouse living room for relaxing with 32” Sky TV (full package), DVD player with DVDs, Playstation with games, record player with records and a selection of books
A library stocked with over 5,000 books and a fireplace designed by Charles Sylvester in the 19th century
Meals prepared by the Estate chef and team (additional cost of £100 per person per day)
Examples of furniture by Gillows of Lancaster throughout the house
A piano in one of the drawing rooms
Intricate gardens immediately outside the hall with a delightful fountain
3,000 acres of stunning grounds to explore, including a lovely river, shared only with the occupants of the Estate's cottages.

Plus additional cottages on the Estate, sleeping up to 72 guests in total

The Tempest Hall Estate has a selection of contemporary and traditional Yorkshire cottages, nestled in the Estate or set high on hillsides overlooking heather covered moorland and rolling Yorkshire Dales. These include:

Dales Hall (sleeps 11 in x 6 bedrooms)
Higher Scarcliffe (sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms)
Yellison (sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms)
Micklethorn (sleeps 10 in 6 bedrooms)

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A state-of-the-art Wellness Retreat

A Wellbeing Centre serving both a global audience and our surrounding community. Available to hire with an abundance of accommodation on the stunning sanctuary of the 3000 acre Broughton Hall Estate. For individual needs; retreat creators, private use, events and corporate wellbeing programmes. Serving as a Wellbeing Centre for those living locally or staying with us on the Estate.

The gateway to the Yorkshire Dales

The Yorkshire Dales are literally a few minutes away by car and the beautiful Forest of Bowland is not much further. You can enjoy walking, cycling, bird watching or just having a picnic in some of the most beautiful places in the country. A ten minute walk will take you to The Bull, one of Yorkshire’s landmark pubs, famous for both for its hospitality and its beautiful location. And before a round in the pub, you may like a round of golf at the nearby Skipton Golf Club where visitors are guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome and where you can experience golf in the natural surroundings of the Yorkshire Dales.

Location

Set within 3.000 acres of private parkland in Yorkshire. The perfect base from which to venture out and explore the Yorkshire Dales.

Pricing

Pricing is from £7,200 (includes VAT) per night including will use of Tempest Hall and it's 17 bedrooms. Pricing also includes breakfast. Please contact our team for a bespoke proposal based on your requirements.

House FAQs

Are pets allowed?

Yes, up to two dogs are allowed at Tempest Hall at a charge of £15 per dog. dog blankets, bowls and a treat are included. We ask that pets sleep in the utility room.
Are fireworks allowed at Tempest Hall?

Yes, fireworks are possible at Tempest Hall, please ask for costs. This must be arranged through us, as we must ensure that the local farmers are given advance warning to protect local livestock.
What are the check in and check out times?

Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival at Tempest Hall, and check out is at 10am.
Can we self-cater at Tempest Hall?

Tempest Hall is not suited to self-catering, but there is a wonderful Estate chef who together with his talented team, can cater for your party for £100 per person per day.
Can I bring my own wine?

You can, although there is a corkage fee of £15 per bottle. The Estate has a wonderful wine cellar with wine available to buy during your stay.
Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?

Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £2,000 during your stay at Tempest Hall. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
Are there local pubs or restaurants you can recommend?

Yes. We'd recommend the following pubs or restaurants which are within a short drive of Tempest Hall:

The Bull (a short walk from Dales Hall)

Set within the Estate you'll find this traditional pub with open fires; flagged stone floors; good old furniture and lots of rugs and plants. Internally, the bar sits at the heart of things with an array of cask ales, shelves full of gins, whiskies and rum to welcome you as you walk through the doors and a wine list of around 50 or so wines.

The Tempest Arms (4 minute drive)

Dating back to the 17th century, this lovely pub has long been known for its warm welcome, with quiet corners and alcoves, plump cushions, roaring log fires, fantastic food and hand pulled ales.

Le Caveau (9 minute drive)

Once a prison for Craven District's felons and sheep rustlers, there is now little evidence of its former incarnation, and the locals these days are only too pleased to dine at Le Caveau while soaking up the atmosphere of this 16th century building, complete with barrel vaulted ceilings, original beams and exposed stonework.

Oakley's Grill and Pizzeria (9 minute drive)

Smart, family-run Italian restaurant and grill, set on 3 floors of a converted rag mill.

Napier's Steakhouse (9 minute drive)

Serving a great range of dishes using excellent meats from local suppliers and even meat from their very own farm.

Le Bistro Des Amis (8 minute drive)

A French restaurant serving some stunning French favourites, as well as some British Classics.
How many guests can sit at the dining table?

Up to 24 guests can be seated in the formal dining room, or 32 in the Green Drawing Room. Up to 80 guests can dine together for events - please contact us to discuss your event requirements.
How do I book?

You can check availability and pricing for Tempest Hall, and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.