Residents of Middlesbrough will have the chance to explore Ormesby Hall for free during a special Love Local weekend held on 20 and 21 June 2026. Running from 10:30 to 16:00 each day, the event aims to showcase the best of Teesside by bringing together local artists, charities, and businesses for a community-focused celebration.
Visitors can enjoy complimentary access to the historic house, gardens, café, and second-hand bookshop, with no prior booking required for entry. The weekend will feature a variety of stalls where attendees can purchase local crafts, food, and other goods. The event builds on the success of the Love Local concept, which has previously been held at other locations such as Nunnington Hall to highlight regional creative talent and community groups.
The National Trust property, a Grade I listed Georgian mansion, has served as a local landmark since it was first home to the Pennyman family in 1599 and later gifted to the trust in 1962. In addition to the upcoming festivities, the hall is currently working with The Northern School of Art on a collaborative project that celebrates the artistic legacy of the Pennyman family through student-led exhibitions.
Small local businesses, charities, community enterprises, and social groups that would like to host a stall at the event are invited to contact the organisers by emailing [email protected] for more information.
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