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Vanbrugh 300: Sandy Nairne, Sir Charles Saumarez Smith and Mark Newman

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Introduced by historian, curator and Deputy Chair of the National Trust, Sandy Nairne, former Chief Executive of the Royal Academy of Arts, Director of the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery, Sir Charles Saumarez Smith discusses Vanbrugh’s later career and his links to Seaton Delaval Hall, following the publication of his recent book, John Vanbrugh: The Drama of Architecture. National Trust Consultant Archaeologist Mark Newman shares how archaeological and historical research at Seaton Delaval Hall since the National Trust acquired it in 2009 has added to our understanding of the hall, the estate and Vanbrugh’s involvement in it. This year‑long festival honours Vanbrugh’s life, legacy, and theatrical architectural vision. Vanbrugh 300 is presented by The Georgian Group, with support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Vanbrugh 300: Sandy Nairne, Sir Charles Saumarez Smith and Mark Newman takes place on Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 19:45.

Vanbrugh 300: Sandy Nairne, Sir Charles Saumarez Smith and Mark Newman is held at Seaton Delaval Hall in Newcastle upon Tyne (The Avenue, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland).

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