Hidden Nature and Histories - Guided Tour
Join us at Allan Bank for a unique guided tour as part of our 'Hidden Nature & Histories' series here in the Lakes. Explore and learn more about some hidden gems and those truly special places just a little bit off the beaten track.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Hear from the conservation surveyor involved in the renovation of Allan Bank after a devastating roof fire in 2010. Discover more about the architectural history of Grasmere's first villa where Wordsworth penned his Guide to the Lakes and Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley saw out his final years after co-founding the National Trust.
Times
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
All the Better to Hear You With
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song.
Wordsworth the Influencer
Explore the landscapes that inspired Wordsworth through large scale photography.
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.
Summer of Play at Allan Bank
Enjoy playful family days out this summer from 17 July to 2 September.