Main Street, Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 9RX Telephone: 01900 820884 (Infoline)
Birthplace and childhood home of William Wordsworth – a 'living' 1770s townhouse
An insight into the Wordsworths' family life
Costumed interpreters reveal the reality of life in 1770s Cockermouth
Interactive demonstrations and tastings in the working kitchen
Lots of items to touch and use including the children's toys
Attractive walled garden growing fruit, herbs and vegetables of the Wordsworths' time
What's new this year
More to see and do in the Discovery Room. Regular harpsichord recitals, please check website for details
Opening arrangements
House
12 Mar–1 Nov 08
11–4:30
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Shop
5 Mar–23 Dec 08
10–5
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2 Jan–26 Jan 09
10–4
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Admission by timed ticket available from visitor reception. Open BH Mons: 11–4:30. Education groups: 27 March–27 Oct: Tues, Wed & Thur 9:30–11 and at other times by arrangement. Booking essential. Last admission 30mins before closing
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £5.60 (£5.09), child £2.80 (£2.54), family (2 adults & 2 children) £14.50 (£13.18). Groups (£4.90), child (£2.40). Reduced rate when arriving by public transport. Additional charges may apply for some living history activities for groups out of hours. Reciprocal ticket available from Wordsworth House allows visitors to enjoy Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount (nr Grasmere, not NT) at reduced rates
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Guidebook
To find out more about Wordsworth House buy the guide before you visit
