Cusworth Hall, a grade I listed country house was built between 1740-1744 for local land owner William Wrightson by George Platt a local mason/architect. The house was altered and expanded by James Paine (architect of Doncaster Mansion House) between 1749-1752 by the addition of the chapel and library. Some of the best craftsmen and artist of the day were invited in decorating and furnishing the house. The last owner died in 1952 and the house eventually opened as a museum in 1967. Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park re-opened to the public in May 2007, after several years of extensive restoration work. The Hall and its surrounding parkland have been transformed, with entire sections of the interior previously in a poor state of repair has been given a new lease of life. Stunning ceiling paintings in the Italianate Chapel have been revealed and restored, after being hidden under layers of paint for 50 years. The Great Kitchen, Bake House, Still Room and Laundry have also been restored giving a glimpse of what life was like 'below stairs'. Cusworth Hall Museum and Park is the venue for a varied program of seasonal exhibitions, events and activities linked to the history of the area. including Country Fairs, vintage vehicle rallies, historic re-enactments, wildlife sessions and a range of seasonally themed events. Additionally, Doncaster Museums' Education Service offers a range of learning sessions to schools and educational establishments. Specialist and experienced Education Officers deliver learning workshops to schools across a broad range of topics as well as out-of-school-hours activities for families and local communities.
Weddings at Cusworth Hall
We don’t believe in tightly-controlled wedding packages, so all the elements are tailored to your individual requirements to create a perfect wedding day to remember.
