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National Poetry Day

Enjoy some much-loved poems around the house to celebrate National Poetry Day.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Enjoy some much-loved poems around the house to celebrate National Poetry Day.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 01900 824805

Suitability

Suitable for the whole family

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible toilet in rear courtyard. Lift for access to ground floor of house. First floor of house accessible only by stairs. Free audio tour available from reception for visitors unable to access first floor.

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