Belsay is a remarkable estate with a 14th century castle, 17th century manor house and a 19th century neo-classical hall set in 30 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds. The hall was designed by the legendary Newcastle architect, John Dobson, and is exactly 100ft (30m) square. Its present unfurnished state, gives even greater emphasis to its bold architecture, which is now regularly used to display contemporary artworks. Belsay Hall houses 30 acres of magnificent formal and informal gardens including the famous quarry gardens with their distinct micro-climate.