Tempest Hall North of England

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 3,000 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.

Larger group?

If your group size is more than 30, there are other cottages on the estate, available on request. There's also a wonderful state-of-the-art wellness and conference centre making this the ideal venue for business conferences, parties and big family gatherings. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Chef to Concierge Collection

Tempest Hall is part of our Chef to Concierge Collection, our selection of exclusive-use properties that come with a talented team of staff, including a private chef.

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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

Gallery

Highlights Grounds Living Spaces Kitchen and Dining Facilities Bedrooms Bathrooms All

Aerial View

Red Drawing Room

Dining Room

Green Drawing Room

Billiard Room

Captains Bedroom

Gardens

List of Bedrooms (PDF)

What to Expect

We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Tempest Hall 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.

Fully-staffed team of private concierge, housekeeping, front of house and private chef
Luxury bed linen, towels and robes
Complimentary bathroom amenities
Wi-Fi internet
Biomass central heating
Open fires in almost every room (fuel included)
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 selection of games, record player with records and a selection of books
Library stocked with over 5,000 books and a fireplace designed by Charles Sylvester in the 19th century
Examples of furniture by Gillows of Lancaster throughout the house
Piano in one of the drawing rooms
Private tennis court
Private outdoor heated swimming pool (available April - September)
Intricate gardens immediately outside the hall with a delightful fountain
Gas BBQ
3,000 acres of stunning grounds to explore, including a lovely river, wild swimming lake and cycling trails shared only with the occupants of the Estate's cottages

Pricing

Guideline prices: £12,000 (plus VAT) per night for two-night stays or £9,000 (plus VAT) per night for three night stays or more (this includes exclusive use of Tempest Hall and its 17 bedrooms).

Bespoke Services Available

The following bespoke services and experiences are available for an additional cost:

Meals prepared by the in house chef and team (approximate cost for full board of £125 per person, per day, depending on menus) with a variety of menus available depending on your unique requirements
Beverages (including wine from the Estate's own wine cellar)
Leading state-of-the-art wellbeing centre available to hire exclusively for private, bespoke wellbeing experiences including therapies and treatments from one of the holistic wellbeing guides, plus use of the indoor swimming pool, hydro-massage pool, sauna and steam room
Activities including walking trails, bike rides, catered picnic experiences, woodland dining, forest bathing, wild swimming, woodland saunas, foraging, cosmic garden party and fire temple celebrations

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.

House FAQs

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 (prices from £125 per person, per day for full board).
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.
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.
Are pets allowed?

Sorry, pets are not allowed at Tempest Hall.
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.
Are stag and hen parties allowed?

Sorry, Tempest Hall is not suitable for hen or stag parties. We politely ask that this is respected.
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 the hall)

Set within the Estate you'll find this traditional pub with open fires, flag 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.

Le Bistro Des Amis (8 minute drive)

A French restaurant serving some stunning French favourites, as well as some British classics.
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).
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. When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).