www.cumbriaslivingheritage.co.uk

CASTLES, HISTORIC HOUSES, GARDENS & CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS

GREAT HERITAGE 2019LAKE DISTRICT & CUMBRIA

FAMILY DAYS OUT • ALL WEATHER ATTRACTIONS • WHAT’S ON

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Welcome to Cumbria’s Living Heritage

Cumbria’s Living Heritage brings you an exclusive collection of over 30 unique attractions, great houses, castles, gardens and cultural destinations in and around the Lake District, a World Heritage site recognised by UNESCO for its unique cultural landscape.

Dive into Cumbria’s heritage to discover more about the places and people who have shaped our cultural heritage, visit new places, uncover family treasures, hear fascinating stories, find inspiration or simply relish the beauty of your surroundings.

We hope that our stunning landscapes will inspire you like it has so many people over the centuries, poet William Wordsworth, children’s favourite Arthur Ransome, artist JMW Turner, adventurer Donald Campbell, walker Alfred Wainwright and conservationist Beatrix Potter, have all drawn inspiration from our valleys, fells and mountains. This year we celebrate John Ruskin’s 200th anniversary. Writer, artist, social critic, celebrity, and one of the greatest visionaries of the 19th Century, John Ruskin continues to influence our lives today. Artists, craft-makers, poets and film-makers still find inspiration here, and their work can be enjoyed at many exhibitions and events.

Take a look at our website, www.cumbriaslivingheritage.co.uk, for suggestions for days out with the family, places and exhibitions to learn more about our historical and contemporary heroes, dog-friendly attractions and a list of attractions that have a restaurant or café, where you can enjoy some local food, home-baked treats and stunning views.

Front cover images courtesy of Brantwood, Ruskin Museum, National Trust, English Heritage, Lake District National Park.

Free Parking

Dogs welcome on leads

Assistance dogs only

Plant sales

Children’s playground

Family friendly events

Tearoom

Gift shop

Group visits

Facilities for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility

Facilities for those with visual impairments

Facilities for those with auditory impairments

Attractions are either fully open or have reduced opening times during winter months. Please check opening times in advance.

Enjoy more as a group

There are many ways to experience Cumbria’s rich living heritage. We hope that this guide will help you

to find the ideal fit for you and your group. Our attraction’s websites are packed with inspiration and

vital information to help you plan a perfect day out - and if you need any special arrangements then call them - they will be happy to help.

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Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BLTel: 015394 31212 www.armitt.com

Today the Armitt presents a permanent exhibition devoted to its greatest benefactor, Beatrix Potter. ‘Image and Reality’ reaches beyond the popular image to her extraordinary life and achievements.

Kurt Schwitters, the German modernist, lived and worked in Ambleside. One of the most influential artists of the twentieth-century, our collection of his work is of international importance.

At the heart of the Armitt is its antiquarian and local history library, which also hosts other important collections including that of the Fell and Rock Climbing Club and the Cumberland and Westmorland Dialect Society. The Armitt is truly one of the rarest treasures of the Lakes.

Armitt Museum and Library

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OPENING TIMES 1 Apr – 31 Oct, Tues – Sat 10am- 5pm1 Nov- 31 Mar, Tues – Sat 10.30am – 4.30pm

DIRECTIONSSituated at the northernend of Ambleside, just pastthe mini roundabout at thebottom of the KirkstonePass Road.

There is a pay and display car parks across the road and on the adjacent University of Cumbria Ambleside Campus.

Askham, Penrith, CA10 2PFTel: 01931 712350 www.askhamhall.co.uk

Askham Hall is a rare Grade 1 listed Pele Tower and a multi award-winning Lake District hideaway.

We can offer an intimate, luxurious place to relax and stay with 18 individually designed bedrooms, a restaurant, party spaces, beautiful gardens and a spa.

We grow and rear much of our own produce in our gardens and fields at Askham Hall itself and on our family estate – the Lowther Estate in Cumbria. Enjoy the stunning views of the River Lowther and surrounding area.

The grade II listed gardens are open to the public and full of stunning features; visitors can also enjoy something delicious in the atmospheric Kitchen Garden Café.

Askham Hall

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DIRECTIONS Situated in a quiet and picturesque village within easy access (about ten minutes drive) from Penrith and junction 40 of the M6.

OPENING TIMES Gardens and Café: every day (except Sat) 10am – 5pm during spring and summer. After Oct half term: Fri & Sun, 11am – 4pm. Closed 9 Dec - mid-Feb, then Fri and Sun 11am – 4pm until Easter holidays. Restaurant and accommodation available Tue – Sat for dinner and overnight stays.Groups can stay any day.

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Founded by poets, artists and writers, the Armitt is a unique combination of museum, library and gallery devoted to preserving and sharing the cultural heritage of the Lake District.

Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JTTel: 015394 46139 www.blackwell.org.uk

A very modern historic house.One of the best examples of the Arts & Crafts Movement in the world. You are invited into this stunning house to relax and soak up the atmosphere and magnificent lake views. See original features, furniture and objects by leading Arts & Crafts designers, learn about the people who made Blackwell their home and meet the Holt family through digital augmented realities. Spend as long as you like enjoying the house and leave time to treat yourself to lunch or cake in the Tea Room and to browse the contemporary craft shop, which showcases the very best of British craftsmanship. Parking is free – so there is no need to rush.

Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House

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DIRECTIONS Just off the A5074 (Lyth Valley Road) on the B5360. GPS Location N54°20.572, W2°55.31

OPENING TIMES Open Daily 10.30am – 5pm (closing 4pm Nov – end Feb). Closed 25 & 26 Dec.

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East of Lake, Coniston, LA21 8ADTel: 015394 41396 www.brantwood.org.uk

Brantwood is celebrating the bicentenary of Ruskin’s birth with exhibitions and events to promote a wider understanding of his work.

One of the most beautifully situated houses in the country, Brantwood is both a vibrant centre for the arts and a historic house.

The house overlooks Coniston Water amid 250 acres of gardens designed and built by Ruskin himself. You can take in the mountain views from the house and The Terrace Coffee House and Restaurant.

Children’s house and garden trails available during the holidays. Always a friendly welcome to dogs in the gardens and at The Terrace.

Brantwood: John Ruskin’s home

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DIRECTIONS On east shore of ConistonWater. Off B5285. Brown signs from Hawkshead and Coniston. Also via bus, connecting with Coniston Launch and The Gondola at Coniston jetty to Brantwood jetty.

OPENING TIMES Open all year. Mid Mar - mid Nov, daily 10.30am - 5pm. Mid Nov - mid Mar, Wed - Sun 10.30am - 4pm.

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Visit our website to find out more and plan your visit

brockhole.co.uk015394 46601 LA23 1LJ Brockhole is on the A591 between Windermere and Ambleside

Heritage gardens

The Gaddum

AFTERNOON TEAS AS STUNNING AS THE WINDERMERE VIEWS

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Gaddum gallery

Set amongst 10 acres of beautiful historic listed gardens, with exclusive lake shore access, Brockhole on Windermere provides an unrivalled Lake District experience.

Explore Thomas Mawson’s gardens at your leisure or on a guided tour and visit the Gaddum Gallery with its exhibitions by selected Cumbrian artists. Make time for “The best Afternoon Tea in The Lake District” in the beautifully styled Arts & Crafts Gaddum Restaurant.

There are always plenty of activities for all the family, inside and out, all year round.

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Dalemain, Penrith, CA11 0HBTel: 017684 86450 www.dalemain.com

Home to the Hasell family since 1679, Dalemain is a wonderful combination of history, culture & landscape. The house boasts a fine mixture of Mediaeval, Tudor & early Georgian architecture and is home to the World’s Original Marmalade Festival. The Gardens encompass 5 acres of richly planted borders with intriguing & unusual combinations of flowers and shrubs. Highlights include the Blue Himalayan Poppies, Rose Walk, Ancient Apple Trees, Tudor Knot Garden, Earth Sculpture, Spiral Garden and Topiary Dragon. Enjoy homemade food served in the Mediaeval Hall Tearoom, Historic Parkland, Museum, Gift & Antiques Shop, Plant Sales, Special Events & Group Bookings. Free Parking. Historic Houses/Christie’s Garden of the Year, 2013.

Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens

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DIRECTIONS On the A592 Penrith toUllswater, 3 Miles from J40/M6, at Penrith or 2 Milesfrom Ullswater at PooleyBridge.

OPENING TIMES 7 April – 27 Oct, Sun – Thurs.Gardens, Tearoom & Gift Shop: 10am – 4.30pm (4pm in Oct).House: 10.30am – 3.30pm (3pm in Oct). See website for Friday garden openings, winter openings and specialist tours.

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Grasmere, LA22 9SHTel: 015394 35544 www.wordsworth.org.uk

Wordsworth returned to his native Lake District in 1799. He made a home with his sister Dorothy in a humble cottage on the edge of Grasmere village. He described his new home and the garden that surrounded it as “the loveliest spot that man hath ever found”. It fed his inspiration. Wordsworth wrote some of the most famous poetry in the English language here and Dorothy Wordsworth wrote her much-loved Grasmere Journal here. It was also a bustling family home with his wife Mary, their children and Dorothy. Romantic poets, writers and artists including Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Thomas De Quincey stayed here often. We know it today as Dove Cottage, the place where poetry changed forever.

Dove Cottage: Wordsworth’s home at Grasmere

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DIRECTIONS On the A591, just south of the Grasmere miniroundabout. Look out forthe big blue sign.

OPENING TIMESThe Wordsworth Museum will be closed for refurbishment throughout 2019 reopening in 2020. Dove Cottage will be open for tours during part of 2019: please check our website or contact us for current information ahead of planning a visit.

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Brougham Castle is set in one of the most picturesque riverside locations in

Cumbria. Explore the complex passages and stairways and panoramic views from

the top of the castle.

Tranquil and beautiful, Lanercost Priory is a stunning 13th-century

Augustinian Monastery.

Furness Abbey in the western Lake District was once the second richest

Cistercian abbey in England.

Situated in the most besieged town in Britain, unlock the stories

of sieges and secrets in this imposing fortress.

Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, Stott Park produced literally millions of bobbins. Today it is an award winning visitor attraction where you can

see bobbins still being made today.

Walk alongside the longest continuous stretch of Hadrian’s Wall and explore the ruins of this impressive fort, once home

to over 800 Roman soldiers.

Brougham, Cumbria CA10 2AATel: 01768 862488

www.english-heritage.org.uk/brougham

Lanercost, Cumbria CA8 2HQTel: 01697 730030

www.english-heritage.org.uk/lanercost

Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria LA13 0PJTel: 01229 823420

www.english-heritage.org.uk/furnessabbey

Carlisle, Cumbria CA3 8URTel: 01228 591922

www.english-heritage.org.uk/ carlisle

Nr. Newby Bridge, Cumbria LA12 8AXTel: 01539 531087

www.english-heritage.org.uk/stottpark

Cumbria, CA8 7DDTel: 01697 747602

www.english-heritage.org.uk/birdoswald

BROUGHAM CASTLE

LANERCOST PRIORY

FURNESS ABBEY

CARLISLE CASTLE

STOTT PARK BOBBIN MILL

BIRDOSWALD ROMAN FORT

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Celebrating 100 years of forestry 1919 - 2019Find out more at forestryengland.uk/100

Lake District

Forests

Whinlatter, England’s only true Mountain ForestWhinlatter is home to stunning views, fantastic walks, rare wildlife and adventure play.

There is something here for all the family. Explore the many miles of walking and play trails, plus the longest purpose-built mountain bike trails in the Lake District. There is even a tramper for hire for those with limited mobility, so everyone can enjoy unrivalled views across the northern lakes and fells.

GoApe Treetop Adventure, the Forest Segway Experience and bike hire are available for adventurous visitors, while nature lovers may be lucky enough to spot a red squirrel or enjoy the osprey live camera footage during the nesting season.

Browse the Forest Shop and enjoy a delicious meal or snack in Siskins Café after a wonderful day out.

Grizedale, the UK’s first Forest for SculptureGrizedale Forest, in the heart of the Lake District, offers an unrivalled day out for everyone.

Situated between the lakes of Coniston and Windermere, Grizedale is an ideal place to go walking on one of our waymarked trails which offer views of the lakes, mountains, forest and local wildlife.

Grizedale is also a haven for art lovers. Known as the UK’s first forest for sculpture with an internationally significant collection established in 1977, there are over fifty sculptures throughout the forest as well as unique gallery spaces providing a diverse range of exhibitions.

If you are feeling adventurous there are mountain bike trails, bike hire, Forest Segway treks and Go Ape Tree Top Adventure courses, as well as play trails for children and refreshments available from our Café in the Forest.

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Explore amazing woods and forests in the heart of the Lakes…

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Patterdale Road, Windermere, LA23 1NPTel: 015394 46008 www.holehirdgardens.org.uk

On a hillside overlooking Windermere, with stunning views to the Lakeland fells, Holehird Gardens delights visitors in all seasons of the year. The Gardens are managed by the volunteers of the Lakeland Horticultural Society, founded in 1969 to demonstrate the possibilities for gardening in the Lake District. The 12 acre garden includes a walled garden, naturally occurring water features, specimen trees and shrubs, extensive rock and heather gardens, glasshouses and much more. The LHS is home to 4 national collections - astilbe, daboecia (heathers), meconopsis and polystichum (ferns) - as well as an extensive collection of hydrangea.Entry by donation: £5 per adult requested.

Holehird Gardens

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DIRECTIONS On A592, approximately one mile from junction with A591, in direction of Ullswater. Coaches by prior arrangement only. Contact groups@holehirdgardens.org.uk

OPENING TIMES Open every day from dawn to dusk. Visitor Reception is open from April to October, for information and advice and the sale of Holehird-grown plants, publications and hot drinks.

Cark-in-Cartmel, Nr Grange-over-Sands, LA11 7PLTel: 015395 58328 www.holker.co.uk

Holker Hall, near Grange-over-Sands, is the much loved home of the Cavendish family. The Hall is nestled amongst 25 acres of beautiful gardens, meadows, woodlands and deer park. The Courtyard Café offers fresh local food and homemade cakes. The Food Hall stocks the Estate’s own meats, cheese and cakes as well as the best local produce. The Gift Shop offers an array of lovely and unusual items as well as plants from local nurseries. Special events will take place throughout the year, please check our website for dates and details.

Visit The Ilex Bar and Brasserie for a unique menu combining great British food with a fresh twist.

Holker Hall & Gardens

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DIRECTIONS 30 minutes from J36/M6,follow brown tourist signs on A590. Close to Morecambe Bay.

OPENING TIMES 15 Mar – 3 Nov, Hall & Gardens: Wed-Sun & Bank Holiday Mons.

Hall: 11am – 4pm.Gardens, Café, Food Hall & Gift Shop: 10.30am – 5pm.

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Penrith, CA11 9THTel: 017684 84449 www.hutton-in-the-forest.co.uk

Lord and Lady Inglewood’s ancient house in the medieval Forest of Inglewood was originally built as a stronghold against the Scots. Their family has lived at Hutton for over 400 years and the house has evolved through centuries of change into an architectural puzzle with each generation leaving its mark both inside and outside.

The extensive gardens with topiary and terraces, a wild flower meadow and lake, lead round to the Walled Garden which is now the main flower garden. Tulips and lilies, herbaceous borders, roses and fruit trees are a mass of colour and interest throughout the summer.

Hutton-in-the-Forest

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DIRECTIONS 2 miles north-west of J41/M6 on B5305.

OPENING TIMES House: 3 Apr – 6 Oct, 11.30am – 4pm Wed, Thur, Sun & Bank Holiday Mons. Cloisters Tea Room: 10am – 4.30pm when the House is open. Gardens, Grounds & Woodland Walk: 31 Mar – 31 Oct, 10am – 5pm daily except Sats.

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Old Blue Mill, Backbarrow, Newby Bridge, LA12 8TATel: 015395 30400 www.lakelandmotormuseum.co.uk

An ever-changing collection of over 30,000 exhibits tracing the development of road transport in the 20th century – cycles, motorbikes, cars and automobilia.

The Campbell Bluebird Exhibition pays tribute to Sir Malcolm Campbell and son Donald. Between them they captured 21 world land and water speed records. Highlights include full size detailed replicas of the 1935 Bluebird car, the 1939 Bluebird boat (K4), and the famous 1967 jet hydroplane Bluebird K7.

Other special exhibits include the Isle of Man TT race, pedal cars, caravans, local history and industries of The Lake District.

Lakeland Motor Museum

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DIRECTIONS By road: Conveniently located on the A590 at Backbarrow between Newby Bridge and Haverthwaite. From central Lakes use the A592 to Newby Bridge then follow white on brown tourism signs.By boat: Combined tickets and shuttle bus from Lakeside Pier for Windermere Lake Cruises services to Bowness and Ambleside. See website for timetable.

OPENING TIMES Daily (Except Christmas Day) from 9:30am

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Levens Hall, Kendal, LA8 0PDTel: 015395 60321 www.levenshall.co.uk

Levens Hall is a fascinating and beautiful Elizabethan mansion, home to the Bagot family. The Hall contains fine oak panelling, ornate plasterwork, Cordova leather wall coverings, period furniture, paintings and clocks, and the earliest examples of English patchwork.

Dating from the 1690s this 10-acre garden includes the world’s oldest topiary gardens, together with spectacular herbaceous borders, beech hedges and an ever-changing array of over 30,000 bedding plants.

Levens Kitchen offers a delicious, seasonally inspired menu with a strong focus on fresh local produce, much sourced from the Estate.

Gift shop, plant centre, play area and children’s activities.

Levens Hall, Gardens & Kitchen

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DIRECTIONS Levens Hall is situated 5 miles south of Kendal on A6. Exit M6 junction 36.

OPENING TIMES House & Gardens 7 Apr – 3 Oct Kitchen 18 Mar – 19 DecSun – Thur (closed Fri & Sat)

House: 12 noon – 4pmGardens, Kitchen, Gift Shop & Plant Centre: 10am – 5pm.

Mirehouse, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QETel: 017687 72287 www.mirehouse.com

Mirehouse is a “Manor from Heaven” according to Melvyn Bragg. Set in stunning landscape between mountainside and Bassenthwaite Lake, the gardens include a tranquil walled garden planted for bees, a terraced Poetry Walk and woodland playgrounds. The house has a wealth of unique literary connections - over the years the Spedding family has had close links with Tennyson, Southey and Thomas Carlyle. As visitors wander through this living family home, they enjoy a relaxed welcome, live piano music flowing from room to room and a chance for younger visitors to play in the Victorian nursery or follow the history trail.

Mirehouse & Gardens

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DIRECTIONS 3 miles north of Keswick on A591. Parking in Dodd Wood pay and display car park opposite main entrance.

OPENING TIMES Apr – Oct, Wed, Thurs and Sun. House: 1.30 - 4.30pm. Gardens, playgrounds & tearoom: daily 10am - 5pm.

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Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQTel: 01229 717614 www.muncaster.co.uk

Dominating the Lake District coast where the mountains tumble into the sea and bursting with treasures and tales, haunted Muncaster oozes history from every rough stone which fashion the castle walls. John Ruskin described the stunning views of England’s highest mountain as “Heaven’s Gate”. Still nurtured by the family who have inhabited Muncaster for over 800 years, the surrounding gardens are wild and breathtaking, teeming with wildlife and exotic plants from around the world. The fabulous Hawk & Owl Centre flies falcons, owls, hawks, eagles, herons & vultures daily to enchant visitors with the majesty of these fascinating birds of prey. Gift shop, café, church, playgrounds, special events & onsite B&B. A romantic venue for weddings and celebrations.

Muncaster Castle, Gardens, Hawk & Owl Centre

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DIRECTIONS On the A595 one milesouth of the coastal villageof Ravenglass in theWestern Lake District.NB: SAT NAV CA18 1RD.

OPENING TIMES Sun 24 March to Sat 2 Nov 2019 Gardens, Hawk & Owl Centre & Café daily 10.30am to 5pm. Castle Sun-Fri (closed most Saturdays) 12noon to 4pm. See website for full details of events & activities plus winter weekend opening times.

The Story of Coniston, Yewdale Road, Coniston, LA21 8DU Tel: 015394 41164 www.ruskinmuseum.com www.bluebirdproject.com

Discover one of Lakeland’s best kept secrets. The Rough Guide names The Ruskin Museum “the most thought-provoking in the Lakes” for its amazing stories that touch your heart & make your imagination soar. Meet Coniston’s iconic blue-eyed heroes. Enjoy our exquisite watercolours & drawings by John Ruskin, the radically subversive Victorian pundit on art, architecture & moral values, and thrill at the exploits & tragic end of 1950s/60s Speed Ace Donald Campbell. Marvel at Bluebird K7’s triumphant seven World Water Speed Records. Identify Arthur Ransome’s “great lake in the north,” the heart of Swallows & Amazons country, amidst the coppice woods, Herdwicks, fells, slate-quarries and coppermines of plain-living, high-thinking Coniston.

The Ruskin Museum

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DIRECTIONS In Coniston village centre, opposite Fire Station, behind Coniston Institute.Limited disabled parking.Free parking on lane; entrybetween Co-Op & Black Bull,past gate, round bend on left.

OPENING TIMES Open all year. Mid-Mar - mid-Nov daily 10am-5.30pm. Mid-Nov - mid-Mar, Tue - Sun 10.30am - 3.30pm (last entry 60 minutes before closing).

John Ruskin: Coniston Water and the Old Man, seen from Brantwood, 1877.

Discover amazing things to do this year in Cumbria

When you visit, donate, volunteer or join the National Trust your support helps to look after special places in the Lake District for ever, for everyone.

Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/thelakes for more inspiration and places to stay

The National Trust is a registered charity no.205846. ©National Trust Images/Paul Harris, Tiree Dawson, James Dobson

Acorn Bank, near Penrith 017683 61893Best known for its herb collection and traditional fruit orchards, this tranquil haven has a fascinating industrial past. Indulge in the tea-room, where produce from the garden are used daily or wander along the Crowdundle Beck to the partially restored watermill.

Hill Top, Near Sawrey and the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead 015394 36269Step inside Beatrix’s spiritual home filled with her favourite things. Then just down the road at the Gallery, get up close to her miniature masterpieces with original artwork on display in our new exhibition.

Steam Yacht Gondola, Coniston 015394 32733Cruise across Coniston Water on Steam Yacht Gondola, enjoying the charm of luxury travel once experienced by wealthy Victorians.

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Allan Bank, Grasmere015394 35143Make yourself comfortable in William Wordsworth’s former home. Enjoy a cuppa with the view of Grasmere valley from the picture windows, read by the fire, paint and draw or head outside to explore the woodland garden.

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Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth01900 820884Don’t miss the bustling home and award-winning garden that inspired a poet. Meet the costumed servants, take a tour and see new exhibitions for 2019. Plus family activities in the holidays.

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Townend, Troutbeck015394 32628Explore the wonderful farmhouse home of the Browne family. Wander through the garden, see the unique collection of carved oak furniture and the family’s well-used library, including 45 books that are the only remaining copies in the world.

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Sizergh, Kendal015395 60951Make a day of it at Sizergh with seasonal gardens, estate walks, a café and shop, and the beautiful house, lived in by the Strickland family for 750 years.

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Swarthmoor Hall Lane, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0JQTel: 01229 583204 www.swarthmoorhall.co.uk

Swarthmoor Hall is a 16th century country house set in beautiful gardens. Visitors speak about its tranquillity.

A writer commented: “The fictional dramas of Downton Abbey seem relatively tame to the actual events in Swarthmoor Hall’s history. The birthplace of the Quaker movement has all the elements of a great screenplay: love, conflict, conviction and passion.”

There are six historic rooms to view with a fine selection of 17th century furniture. The new barn café continues the Hall’s centuries old reputation for hospitality, serving delicious sweet and savoury dishes sourced from talented local artisans and food producers such as the Fat Flour Bakery.

Swarthmoor Hall

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DIRECTIONS Swarthmoor Hall is on the outskirts of Ulverston. M6 – J36. Follow A590 to Ulverston. Turn left off the A590 in the centre of the town following brown tourist road signs.

OPENING TIMES Hall: 11 Feb – 3 Nov, Mon – Fri (except the last Thur of each month) 10.30am – 4.30pm. Sat, Sun and last Thur each month 1.30- 4.30pm.Café: 10 Jan – 17 Feb, Thur – Sun 10.30am - 4pm18 Feb – 3 Nov open 7 days a week 10am – 5pm 4 Nov – 20 Dec 7 days a week 11am – 4pm

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Scheduled & Private Tours 

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Mountain Goat Tours visit many of the Cumbria Living Heritage sites on scheduled tours or you can book a private bespoke tour.

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What’s On 2019 Here is a small selection of the many exceptional events, festivals and

performances throughout the year. Visit www.cumbriaslivingheritage.co.uk with links to venues for more information and bookings.

FEBRUARYStarts 18 Swarthmoor Hall: Spring Bulbs p14

22-24 Askham Hall: Classical Music Festival p3

MARCH16 Dalemain: Marmalade Festival p6

9-10 Allan Bank & The Beatrix Potter Gallery: World Book Day weekend p13

APRIL & EASTER14 Lakeland Motor Museum: Classic Drive & Ride In Day p10

13-28 National Trust: Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt p13

19&22 Guided walk with Wordsworth Trust & a LDNP leader: A Host of Golden Daffodils p6

MAY4-6 Muncaster: Food & Drink Festival p12

12 Hutton-in-the-Forest: Plant & Food Fair p10

12 Holehird Gardens: Open Day to celebrate 50th anniversary p9

18 Dove Cottage, Grasmere: An Afternoon with Dorothy Wordsworth p6

18-19 Holker Hall: Spring Fair p9

Starts 23 Grizedale: ‘This is not just our Forest.’ Sally Matthews exhibition p8

26-28 Hutton-in-the-Forest: Potfest p10

26-28 Muncaster: Festival of Fools p12

JUNE1-2 Birdoswald Roman Fort: Clash of Romans p7

10-11 Swarthmoor Hall: Performances from the Ulverston International Music Festival. p14

16 Dalemain: Plant and Artisan Craft Fair p6

16 Askham Hall: Summer Fête p3

Starts 21 Blackwell: Laura Carlin Ceramics exhibition p4

JULY6 Ruskin Museum/Institute: Vintage Fair p12

16 Brantwood: Illyria Outdoor Theatre Shakespeare’s The Tempest p4

27-28 Birdoswald Roman Fort: Roman Artillery Competition p7

AUGUST18 Dalemain: Classic Car Rally p6

20 Brantwood: Illyria Outdoor Theatre Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves p4

SEPTEMBER7-15 Dalemain: Cumbria Printmakers p6

15 Lakeland Motor Museum: Classic Drive & Ride In Day p10

7-8 Holker Hall: Chilli Fest p9

17-18 Swarthmoor Hall: Heritage Open Day p14

20 Allan Bank: Talk by Dr Alwyn Turner, The Keswick School of Industrial Art p13

OCTOBER & HALLOWEEN1-31 Grizedale & Whinlatter Forests: The Big Draw Festival p8

19-31 Brockhole: Halloween activities p5

25-27 & 31 Muncaster: Halloween activities p12

NOVEMBER2-3 Holker Hall: Winter Market p9

9-10 Brantwood: Winter Craft Market p4

16-17 Blackwell: Autumn Craft Fair p4

DECEMBER & CHRISTMAS8 Askham Hall: Christmas Market p3

26 Lakeland Motor Museum: Boxing Day Classic Drive & Ride In Day p10

PERMANENT DISPLAYSThe Armitt Museum: Kurt Schwitters: The Ambleside Legacy p3

Blackwell: The Arts & Crafts Story p4

Carlisle Castle: Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie & The Border Reivers p7

Grizedale Forest: Sculpture trail (over 40) p8

Whinlatter: Gruffalo sculpture trail p8

Lakeland Motor Museum: Campbell Bluebird exhibition p10

Brantwood & The Ruskin Museum: John Ruskin 200th anniversary exhibitions p4 & 12

Swarthmoor Hall: The Quaker Story p14

GARDEN TOURSBrantwood 2.15pm Wed, Fri & Sun Apr-Oct p4

Brockhole’s Heritage Gardens (see website) p5

Holehird Gardens 11am Wednesday May-Sept p9

Levens Hall Gardens 2pm Tuesday Apr-Oct p11

Great Castles, Historic Houses, Gardens & Cultural Attractions In & Around The Lake District

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Acorn BankAllan BankArmitt Museum and LibraryAskham HallBeatrix Potter GalleryBirdoswald Roman FortBlackwell, The Arts & Crafts HouseBrantwoodBrockhole on WindermereBrougham Castle Carlisle CastleDalemain Mansion & Historic GardensDove Cottage & Wordsworth MuseumFurness AbbeyGrizedale ForestHill Top Holehird Gardens Holker Hall & Gardens Hutton-in-the-ForestLakeland Motor Museum Lanercost PrioryLevens Hall, Gardens & KitchenMirehouse & GardensMuncaster Castle, Gardens & Hawk & Owl CentreRuskin MuseumSizerghSteam Yacht Gondola Stott Park Bobbin Mill

Swarthmoor Hall Townend, Troutbeck

WhinlatterWordsworth House & Garden

Mountain Goat and Windermere Tourist Information Centre