The loveliest spot that man hath ever found
Allan Bank's house, garden and woodland will reopen on 12 February. Here's what you need to know before you visit.
Once home to National Trust founder Canon Rawnsley, Allan Bank isn’t a typical National Trust experience. Only partially decorated, the bare walls and empty rooms focus the eye on Grasmere's valley unfolding from the picture window. The grounds and the landscape are the focus here. You could watch red squirrels as you relax in the garden, picnic on the lawn, or explore the woods. The welcoming village of Grasmere is nestled with its two picturesque lakes against a dramatic backdrop of Lake District fells. It's the perfect place to come explore, relax, reflect and be inspired by the views, just like William Wordsworth was.
Self serve tea and coffee are available for a small donation. If you'd like a bite to eat, please drop by one of the many village cafés or shops in Grasmere. You are welcome to bring a picnic to Allan Bank.
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| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £6.50 |
| Child | N/A | £3.25 |
| Family | N/A | £16.25 |
| Family 1 Adult | N/A | £9.75 |
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
Free entry for National Trust members. Allan Bank house, gardens and woodland walk are open, you don't need to pre-book your visit.
