Santa Paws Festive Photo Studio
This Christmas dogs too can join in the festive fun at Allan Bank. Don your Christmas jumpers and hats for professional dog photographer, Shaun Barr, to capture a free image of you and your dog to share with friends and family.
- Booking advisable
- Admission applies
Allan Bank's garden loggia on the rear of the building will be transformed into a pop up festive photo studio. Come dressed for Christmas and choose from a small selection of dog hats and costumes and together strike a pose for you to create your own individual family Christmas card or festive social media post. A high resolution image will be emailed to you following the event.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Suitable for children
- Meeting point
The pop up photo studio is situated at the rear of Allan Bank, accessed either through the house or via the garden. Please arrive 10 minutes before your booked slot.
- What to bring and wear
We have a small selection of dog costumes and hats. Wrap up warm as while covered, the loggia is open to the elements and will be cold.
- Accessibility
The photo studio can be accessed either via the level access point at the rear of the property with one step down into the loggia outside, or via the garden, with five stone steps up.
- Other
The event is free, but booking is advisable to guarantee a slot. Please arrive 10 minutes before your booked time slot.
Upcoming events
Flower time in the Oberland: The holiday watercolours of Eleanor Rawnsley
A snapshot of the Rawnsley's private lives and holidays in Europe displayed in the house where they lived.
Heritage Open Day: Rushbearing in Grasmere
Allan Bank is free for all in celebration of Heritage Open Days. Learn about the medieval custom of rushbearing still celebrated in Grasmere, then visit the village hall for a rare viewing of a spectacular painting of this ancient tradition.
Guided lichen walk
On national Fungus Day, join expert Pete Martin for a free 90 minute walk through the Allan Bank grounds to learn about the wonderful world of lichens.