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Explore the Great Barn

Join one of our knowledgeable volunteers and explore the magnificent Grade I listed Great Barn here at Gawthorpe.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

The Great Barn will be open to the public every Wednesday, between 12.30pm and 2.30pm, where visitors can learn more about the history of the barn, what it was previously used for, the restoration works that have taken place and the next steps for the barn as its story continues.

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The basics

Accessibility

Wheelchair friendly

Meeting point

Entrance is off the cobbled courtyard next to the café - Mooch Gawthorpe

Suitability for children

Family friendly

Upcoming events

Gawthorpe Textiles Collection exhibition 

A fantastic display of beautiful historic textiles from the collection of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, across five rooms of the Hall.

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on
31 Jul to 1 Nov 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00+ 67 other dates or times

Family fun afternoon - Garden Games and Giant Bubbles 

Come on down for an afternoon of family fun activities in the garden of Gawthorpe Hall.

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on
5 Aug 2026
at 13:00 to 16:00

Discover Spinning and Weaving 

Meet our expert heritage crafters Cate and Janet to discover how to spin wool and weave thread, you can even get hands on and have a go at it yourself.

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on
6 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00

Great Gawthorpe Gnome Hunt 

The Great Gawthorpe Gnomes have run off and hidden around the garden – see how many you can spot on this fun trail.

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on
12 Aug 2026
at 13:00 to 16:00