Heritage Open Days | Weelsby Hall | Linkage Community Trust

Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture; every year, thousands of volunteers and supporters organise events that allow us to discover hidden places and try out new experiences.

Brought to you by the National Trust, supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery and run by thousands of local organisations and volunteers, Heritage Open Days gives everyone free access to experiences and events across England, including access to many sites that usually charge for admission.

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Weelsby Hall's 2025 Heritage Open Day

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Bookings will open soon in the meantime make sure to save the date in your diary to ensure you’re free to attend.

Date: Sunday 21st September 2025

Time: 12 noon till 4pm

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Due to the popularity of previous Open Days, booking will be essential as visitor numbers are limited.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to step back in time and uncover the secrets of Weelsby Hall.

Weelsby Hall Heritage Open Days

Did you know that hidden in the trees surrounding Weelsby Woods, lies Weelsby Hall.
One of the best kept secrets in North East Lincolnshire.

Join us each year for a journey through time, as we unlock the doors to one of the grandest Victorian buildings in North East Lincolnshire.

Full of rich history and architectural beauty, you’re invited to explore Weelsby Hall’s fascinating past as part of the Heritage Open Days Festival.

Thanks to National Lottery players, plans are underway for the sensitive restoration and renovation of the Grade II listed building, to create an inclusive and sustainable future for Weelsby Hall, with development funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Find out more about our plans for an inclusive and sustainable future for Weelsby Hall ➜

Built for George Sleight, the first Baronet of Weelsby, in the late 1890s, Weelsby Hall is vitally important to Grimsby’s local history and fishing heritage. It was acquired by Linkage Community Trust in 1982 to serve the local and national needs of people with learning disabilities and it continues to provide a strong sense of place for the Linkage community in Grimsby.

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For one day each September the grand Weelsby Hall will be open to the public as part of the Heritage Open Days festival, England’s largest festival of history and culture.

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What to expect

Each year we offer free guided tours around the upper chambers of Weelsby Hall and an opportunity to explore the grounds.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

learn about the history of the Hall, those who lived and worked there and the links to Grimsby’s Fishing History, and
how the grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund will help Linkage to preserve the Hall for future generations.

Guided Tours

Local historian and project volunteer, David Smith, will lead you through some of the upper chambers of Weelsby Hall, sharing captivating stories and historical insights along the way. You’ll learn about the Hall’s architecture, former residents, and notable events that have shaped its identity over time.

Explore the grounds

The Weelsby Hall estate provides a scenic escape from the modern world, inviting exploration and contemplation among nature. You’ll receive a complimentary guide to help you explore the grounds and discover the past and present of this hidden gem.