This event invites members of the public to visit Holderness House, the former home of Thomas Ferens, one of Hull’s greatest philanthropists

Coinciding with Heritage Open Days, this event invites members of the public to visit Holderness House, the former home of Thomas Ferens, one of Hull’s greatest ever philanthropists.

Welcoming small groups at a time, the public will be able to see the grounds and selected areas of the main house. This will be an exciting opportunity to share the history of the building and the story of the man who gifted it to the City.

Thomas Ferens was a leading figure at Hull firm Reckitt's. We're delighted that this year our event is working in partnership with this historic company and will feature items from their collection which relate to Feren's time as he rose through the ranks from a confidential clerk to James Reckitt to Chairman.

Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic to enjoy the grounds. In the event of bad weather, the solardome or dining room can be used. A number of rooms will be open to the public including the main entrance and stairway, Library, Lounge and a number of rooms on the ground floor which will be set up with information on Ferens and this history of the home.

Description supplied by the event organiser.