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    Townend
    © NTPL / Matthew Antrobus
    Townend
    Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1LB
    Telephone: 015394 32628
    House  Garden  1948 
    The Brownes of Townend were just an ordinary farming family, but their home and belongings bring to life more than 400 years of extraordinary stories. You will understand why Beatrix Potter described Troutbeck valley as her favourite as you approach this traditional stone and slate farmhouse. Once inside, you are welcomed into the farmhouse kitchen with a real fire burning most days and a quirky collection of domestic tools. Exploring further, you can marvel at the intricately carved furniture and discover why the collection of books belonging to a farming family is of international importance

    Don't miss
    • Discover more about life as a Lake District farmer.
    • Have a go at making a rag rug.
    • Be inspired by the pretty cottage garden.

    Making the most of your day
    Have a go at making a rag rug or enjoy our live interpretation. Our children's trail helps to bring the house to life

    Opening times
    House tours*
    13 Mar - 31 Oct 10 11 - 1 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su
    House and garden
    13 Mar - 31 Oct 10 1 - 5 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su
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    *11 to 1 entry by hourly guided tour only (tours at 11 and 12), 1 to 5 free-flow. Places on guided tours are limited and available on a first-come first-served basis. Open Bank Holiday Mondays. May close early due to poor light. Please note: property less busy at weekends. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.

    Get in touch

    015394 32628 Fax: 015394 32628 Email: townend@nationaltrust.org.uk


    Prices

    Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): adult £4.70 (£4.20), child £2.35 (£2.10), family £11.75 (£10.50)


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    Places nearby
    • Fell Foot Park
    • Stagshaw Garden
    • Windermere and Troutbeck
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