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
Original Wordsworth manuscripts now on display. Wedding photography packages
Opening arrangements
House
28 Feb–29 Mar 09
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1 Apr–31 Oct 09
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Shop
16 Feb–21 Feb 09
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25 Feb–29 Mar 09
11–5
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1 Apr–22 Dec 09
10–5
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Last entry 4. Timed tickets may operate on busy days. *For Waking-up the House events only (limited availability). Last admission 30 minutes before closing
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £5.90 (£5.36), child £2.90 (£2.63), family (2 adults & 2 children) £14.70 (£13.36). Groups (£5.10). Reduced rate when arriving by public transport
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Guidebook
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