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Hidden Nature and Histories - Guided Tour

Join us for a special guided tour as part of our Hidden Nature & Histories series, celebrating the lesser-known stories and spaces of the Lake District.

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Hear from the conservation surveyor who was involved in the restoration of the house following the devastating roof fire in 2010, and gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of bringing this historic building back to life.

You’ll also delve into the architectural and literary history of Allan Bank—Grasmere’s first villa—where William Wordsworth once lived and wrote his Guide to the Lakes, and where Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley, co-founder of the National Trust, spent his final years.

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All £5.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Meeting point

Meet at the welcome desk in the house.

Accessibility

To discuss any accessibility requirements please email is on allanbank@nationaltrust.org.uk

Upcoming events

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Summer of Play at Allan Bank 

Enjoy playful family days out this summer from 17 July to 2 September.

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on
2 Aug to 2 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 22 other dates or times
Event

All the Better to Hear You With 

Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song.

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on
2 Aug to 21 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 88 other dates or times
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Women in Print - The Caravan Press 

Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business from a caravan in Langdale in the late 1940s.

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on
2 Aug 2025 to 20 Dec 2026
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 263 other dates or times
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Wordsworth the Influencer 

Explore the landscapes that inspired Wordsworth through large scale photography.

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on
3 Aug to 21 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 87 other dates or times