Learning
Education and community groups welcome
Gibside's Georgian Stables are now home to our Learning & Discovery Centre
© National Trust / Gibside
We offer inspirational day visits and residential stays, with a wide range of stimulating activities.
To discuss your requirements or receive a brochure and booking information:
- Call 01207 541200
- Contact us by email
Fun and memorable learning activities
We know children and parents enjoy it here
© National Trust / Barry Pells
Activities can be tailored to suit your needs, helping deliver National Curriculum subjects including history, the environment and team building.
To discuss your requirements or receive a brochure and booking information:
- Call 01207 541200
- Contact us by email
Residential stays and tasty local food
A great place for learning
© National Trust / Victoria Proudfoot
Our restored 18th-century stable block offers residential accommodation for groups. Enjoy fully catered visits, with fresh, home cooked meals.
To discuss your requirements or receive a brochure and booking information:
- Call 01207 541200
- Contact us by email
Find out more...
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Our activities
There are a range of activities currently available to cater for every group's individual needs.
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Our prices
There are a range of prices available to suit your needs.
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Our accommodation
The Stables Learning and Discovery Centre's residential accommodation lies on the first floor of our stable.
Useful booking info
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Education Group Membership
Specially designed to allow education groups free entry to properties owned by the National Trust.
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Conditions of booking
Conditions of booking at Gibside Stables Learning & Discovery Centre.
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Access for all
Access for All at Gibside Stables Learning & Discovery Centre.
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Safe and sound
How we provide a welcoming, safe, and enjoyable experience for under 18s and vulnerable adults.
Visiting Gibside as a self-led group
Education and community groups are welcome to lead their own activities during their visit to Gibside. Use the Stables Learning & Discovery Centre as a base for your group before exploring the estate.
Meet our learning team
Melanie Hills leads the learning team at Gibside with the help of her dog Bob. We're here to help build tailored education packages to meet your groups needs.
Partnerships with other attractions
To widen the range of activities offered on a residential visit at Gibside, we've teamed up with other local education providers.
A bushcraft adventure at Gibside
Take a look at what a local Scouts group got up to on their bushcraft adventure at Gibside with our learning team in their short film...