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Building detectives walking tour

Become a building detective on this guided architecture tour of some of the finest traditional Lake District buildings in Troutbeck village.

  • Booking essential

On the tour you’ll take a close look at the exterior features of Townend, the unique 17th century home of the Browne family and get the rare chance to peer inside Townend barn, one of the few surviving examples of a Lakeland bank barn, on the adjacent working farm. You’ll learn what clues to look for to ‘de-code’ other historic buildings when travelling around the Lake District.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All Building detectives walking tour£10.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Not suitable for children

Meeting point

Please meet in the courtyard in front of Townend. The tour starts at 10.30am and finishes at 12 noon. Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for a short spring walk around the village.

Accessibility

Designated mobility car park spaces and drop-off point. Access to Townend garden via a steep slope.

Upcoming events

Townend Guided Tour 

Immerse yourself in the history of the Browne family and their home.

Event summary

on
10 Mar to 29 Oct 2026
at 15:00 to 16:00+ 101 other dates or times

Taste of Townend 

Experience living history and learn about food recreated from the 17th century family recipe book.

Event summary

on
12 Mar to 29 Oct 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00+ 33 other dates or times