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Welcome to Cumbria’s Living Heritage Cumbria’s Living Heritage brings you a wonderful collection of great houses, gardens and cultural attractions in and around the Lake District. The guide is packed full of information about each property with useful facts included such as opening times, directions and contact details. Fully illustrated to give you a flavour of what to expect, with a map for your ease of reference. Now sit back, relax and plan your own travel itinerary. With 30 unique properties on offer all for you to explore, from castles to much loved family homes and glorious gardens to the magic of theatre, the only problem you’ll have is deciding where to visit first.

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P Free Parking E Facilities for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility ç Dogs welcome on leads N Facilities for visual impairments  Plant sales Facilities for auditory impairments Children’s playground O W Winter Opening & Facilities K Tearoom Attractions are either fully open or have reduced opening times during winter g Gift Shop months. Please check opening times in advance. b Group Visits

2 Abbot Hall Art Gallery Abbot Hall, Kirkland, MAP REF 1 , Cumbria, LA9 5AL g & Museum of Lakeland Tel: 015394 46139 K b E Life & Industry www.lakelandarts.org.uk W

Abbot Hall Art Gallery is situated in a grade I listed Georgian villa. Its permanent collection boasts Turners, Opening times Mon – Sat 17 January - 20 Romneys and many of the great names you know December 2014. 10.30am - 5.00pm (closing and love. Those viewing the quality of Abbot Hall’s 4.00pm Nov - Feb). Open Sun July & August temporary exhibition may be forgiven for thinking they 12-4pm. Adult Gift Aid admission Gallery £7, Museum £5. Free for young people and students. are in London, with exhibitions of Barbara Hepworth, Patrick Cauldfield and the British Surrealists all Directions 10 minute drive from M6 J36. Follow scheduled for 2014. This artistic bolthole shares a signs to south Kendal and then Abbot Hall. riverside and park setting with the nostalgic Museum of Nearest train stations: main line, Oxenholme, the Lakeland Life & Industry – the only museum featuring Lake District, local line, Kendal. GPS Location Lakelands history since the 1600’s to present day- a -N54°19.386, W2°44.724. visit to imaginatively enliven art and history.

Askham Hall MAP REF 2 P  Askham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2PF K Tel: 01931 712350 www.askhamhall.co.uk b ç W

A stunning grade I listed Pele Tower, dating back to the 13th century, has been transformed from a stately family abode into a unique and contemporary Opening times Askham Hall in Cumbria is now stylish retreat and restaurant. A luxurious, intimate, open with 13 en-suite bedrooms, contemporary unpretentious home from home awaits. With modern dining in three unique rooms, private gardens, a furnishings and fresh décor, whilst carefully retaining spa, café and a converted party barn the charm and character of this historic house, Askham Hall is somewhere you can kick off your wellies at the Directions Askham Hall in Cumbria is situated front door and relax in down to earth, comfortable in a quiet and picturesque village within easy surroundings. The grade II listed gardens are full of access (about ten minutes drive) from Penrith stunning features, visitors can also enjoy something and junction 40 of the M6. delicious in the atmospheric Kitchen Garden Café.

3 Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House MAP REF 4 P g b Bowness-on-Windermere. Cumbria LA23 3JT K Tel: 015394 46139 www.lakelandarts.org.uk E W

Blackwell is the most breathtaking historic home in the Lakes, exuding craftsmanship from every room. Its garden is one of the loveliest outdoor places in the Opening times Open Daily. 17 January - 31 Lake District with magnificent views over Windermere December 2014. 10.30am - 5.00pm (closing and voted one of the countries ‘best places to eat 4.00pm Nov - Feb). Adult £8.00 Gift Aid / £7.25 al fresco’. Blackwell retains its original features, Standard. Free for young people and students. spectacular plasterwork, beautiful stained glass and carved wooden panelling. The rooms have been Directions By road: 20 minutes from M6 J36. furnished with furniture and objects by Arts & Crafts Blackwell is situated 1½ miles south of Bowness masters - Morris & Co., Voysey and William de Morgan. off the A5074 on the B5360. GPS Location Sit and soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the house N54°20.572 , W2°55.319. as it was originally intended, without roped-off areas.

MAP REF 5 Brantwood P g b ç E N Coniston, LA21 8AD K Tel: 015394 41396 www.brantwood.org.uk W

Experience John Ruskin’s legacy and inspiration at Brantwood, one of the most beautifully situated houses in the Lake District. Renowned as a writer, artist and Opening times Open all year: mid March to thinker, Ruskin’s home is filled with his art and treasured late November daily 10.30am until 5.00pm; early items that reflect the huge variety of his interests. Gain an December to mid March Wednesday to Sunday insight into Ruskin’s ideas as you explore his fascinating 10.30am until 4.00pm. and dynamic estate, with gardens, pastures, ancient woods, high moors and spectacular views. Visitors enjoy Directions On east shore of Coniston Water, a vibrant programme of exhibitions and events, including opposite Coniston village .Off B5285 signposted regular guided garden tours and activities for children. from and Coniston. Also via bus Relax in Jumping Jenny restaurant, with spectacular connecting with boats at Coniston jetty. views from its terrace across Coniston Water.

4 MAP REF 6 Brockhole The Lake District Visitor Centre g Brockhole, The Lake District Visitor Centre, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LJ K b ç E Tel: 015394 46601 www.brockhole.co.uk W

Brockhole is set in 30 acres of grounds on the shores of Lake Windermere. In the grounds you will find our amazing adventure playground, TreeTop Trek high ropes experience and mini golf. Seasonal activities include pony rides and boat hire. You can also take a Opening times From 10am daily, 364 days a cruise on Windermere from our jetty. The Visitor Centre year. Check www.brockhole.co.uk for seasonal offers a gift shop, terrace café, exhibitions, an indoor opening hours. soft play area and an undercover traversing wall. Arrive by boat, bus, bike or on foot and entry to the visitor Directions Brockhole is on the A591, midway centre, grounds and lakeshore is free. Otherwise car between the towns of Windermere and parking charges apply. . SAT NAV LA23 1LJ.

MAP REF 8 Cathedral g b E W The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ K Tel: 01228 548151 www.carlislecathedral.org.uk

A warm welcome for everyone waits at Carlisle Cathedral, at the heart of the city’s historic quarter. The history of the Cathedral reflects the turbulent past of the disputed border between and . Our building shows its “scars”. Come and marvel at Opening times Open daily Monday – Saturday the beauty of the medieval East Window, the amazing 7.30am-6.15pm, 5pm Sunday. painted ceiling and many must-see features. A Gift See website for Bank Holiday changes. Shop and café are on site, with Guides to help you make the most of your visit. Entrance is free. Donation Directions Well signposted in Castle Street in invited. Treasury Exhibition £1. I Spy for young visitors. the city centre. 10 minutes station, 5 minutes bus Check out the website: www.carlislecathedral.org.uk station. Plenty of local car parks.

5 MAP REF 10 Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens P g b  E Dalemain, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0HB K Tel: 017684 86450 www.dalemain.com W

History, Culture & Landscape. Dalemain boasts a fine mixture of Mediaeval, Tudor & early Georgian architecture. Lived in by the Hasell family since 1679 and home to the Opening times 6 April to 30 October: Gardens, International Marmalade Festival. 5 acres of richly planted Tearoom & Gift Shop Open Sunday to Thursday borders with intriguing & unusual combinations of flowers 10.30am to 5pm (4pm in Oct). House opens and shrubs. Highlights include the Rose Walk, Ancient 11.15am for guided tour. House opens for free Apple Trees, Tudor Knot Garden, Blue Himalayan Poppies, flow 11.45am. Closes 4pm (3pm in October). Earth Sculpture, Spiral Garden and Stumpery. Home- made food served in the Mediaeval Hall Tearoom, Historic Directions On the A592 Penrith to Ullswater, Parkland & Dacre Walk, Museum, Gift and Antiques Shop, 3 Miles from M6, J40 at Penrith or 2 Miles from Plant Sales, Special Events & Group Bookings. Free Ullswater at Pooley Bridge. parking. HHA/Christie’s Garden of the Year Award 2013.

Dove Cottage & The Wordsworth Museum MAP REF 11 Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH P K g b Tel: 015394 35544 www.wordsworth.org.uk E N O W

Dove Cottage is much as it was when Wordsworth left in 1808. Here and in the museum are the only places Opening times 1 March–31 October: Open daily 9.30am – 5.30pm. (Last admission 5pm). 1 in the world where his possessions and manuscripts November–28 February: Open daily 9.30am – are displayed together. An entertaining guided tour 4.30pm. (Last admission 4pm). There will be no gives a vivid impression of life here, the people who access to Dove Cottage on Tuesdays during visited and their exploits! The Wordsworth Museum December and February but the Museum and Shop tells Wordsworth’s remarkable life story, his tragic will remain open. Closed 24–26 December and from childhood, his travels through the French revolution, 5 January 2014, re-opening on 3rd February. his radical ideas which are so relevant today and how he changed literature forever. Special exhibitions Directions Find us on the A591, just south of the change three times a year and cover art, travel, lives of Grasmere mini roundabout. Look out for the big blue famous people and social history. sign.

6 Enjoy some of the most picturesque places in Cumbria from the very best vantage points. As the Cumbrian gateway to Hadrian’s Wall Country, stands proudly dominating Britain’s most besieged border city. Birdoswald Roman Fort is where you can see the longest continuous stretch of Hadrian’s Wall - an epic World Heritage Site. Just a stone’s throw from Hadrian’s Wall and you will findLanercost Priory which suffered frequent attacks during the Anglo-Scottish wars. In contrast, Abbey in the western Lake District, was once the second richest Cistercian abbey in England. With set in one of the most picturesque riverside locations in Cumbria and the interesting industrial past of on Lake Windermere, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

MAP REF 3 MAP REF 18 MAP REF 8 Birdoswald Roman Carlisle Castle Fort, Hadrian’s Wall Lanercost, Brampton, Cumbria Carlisle, Cumbria CA3 8UR Gilsland, Brampton, Cumbria CA8 7DD CA8 2HQ Tel: 01228 591922 Tel: 01697 747602 Tel:01697 73030 www.english-heritage.org.uk/ www.english-heritage.org.uk/ www.english-heritage.org.uk/ carlisle birdoswald lanercost

MAP REF 7 MAP REF 12 MAP REF 26 Brougham Castle Stott Park Bobbin Mill Brougham, Cumbria CA10 2AA Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria LA13 0PJ , Cumbria LA12 8AX 01768 862488 Tel: 01229 823420 01539 531087 www.english-heritage.org.uk/ www.english-heritage.org.uk/ www.english-heritage.org.uk/ brougham furnessabbey stottpark

7 MAP REF 13 Holehird Gardens P b E Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1NP Tel: 015394 46008 www.holehirdgardens.org.uk W

The Lakeland Horticultural Society’s Gardens at Holehird are probably unique in being developed and completely Opening times Open all year dawn to dusk. maintained by volunteers as well as being funded entirely Admission and parking free but donations most by donations and, in the summer months, from the sale of welcome. Wardens are available for advice from plants propagated from the garden. The 17 acre hillside Easter to October. Support dogs only. garden includes specimen trees and shrubs, extensive rock and heather gardens, alpine houses, a walled garden Directions The Gardens are approximately 1 and herbaceous borders. The superb Lakeland setting mile on the A592 Kirkstone Pass Road off the also contains a small woodland walk and water features. A591 through Windermere. Coaches strictly by The Society holds three National Collections of Astilbe, appointment contact Meconopsis and Polystichum Ferns as well as having a [email protected] renowned collection of Hydrangea.

MAP REF 14 Holker Hall & Gardens P g b ç E N Cark-in-Cartmel, Nr Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PL K Tel: 015395 58328 www.holker.co.uk W

Holker Hall, near Grange-over-Sands, is the much loved home of Lord & Lady Cavendish. The Hall is nestled amongst 25 acres of beautiful gardens, meadows, woodlands and deer park. The Courtyard Café offers Opening times Café open daily from 1 March. fresh local food and wonderful homemade cakes. Food Hall & Gift Shop open daily from 30 March. The Food Hall stocks the Estates’ own meats, cheese Hall & Gardens open Sun – Fri (closed Saturday). and cakes as well as the best local produce. The Gift 30 March – 2 November 2014. Shop offers an array of lovely and unusual items as well as plants from local nurseries. Also home of the Directions 30 minutes from Motorway M6/ annual Holker Garden Festival – a three day celebration J36, follow brown signs on A590. Close to showcasing the very best of gardening, countryside, Morecambe Bay. food and crafts.

8 MAP REF 15 Hutton-in-the-Forest P g b ç E Penrith, CA11 9TH K Tel: 017684 84449 www.hutton-in-the-forest.co.uk

Lord and Lady Inglewood’s ancient house in the medieval Forest of Inglewood was originally built as a stronghold against the Scots. Their family has lived at Hutton for over 400 years and the house has evolved Opening times House: 12.30pm – 4pm through centuries of change into an architectural Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays and Bank puzzle with each generation leaving its mark both Holiday Mondays 13 April – 5 October. inside and outside. The extensive gardens with topiary Gardens: 11am – 5pm daily except Saturdays 30 and terraces, a wild flower meadow and lake, lead March – 2 November. round to the Walled Garden which is now the main flower garden. Tulips and lilies, herbaceous borders, Directions 2 miles north-west of M6 Jct 41 on roses and fruit trees are a mass of colour and interest B5305. throughout the summer.

MAP REF 16 Keswick Museum & Art Gallery P g E N O Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4NF K Tel: 017687 73263 www.keswickmuseum.org.uk W

Keswick Museum is a hidden treasure of the North Lakes. Here you will find the significant and rich heritage of the Keswick area displayed in a traditional Victorian Museum. Eclectic and quirky the building is Opening times Keswick Museum re-opens in packed full of artefacts, from a mummified cat to a Spring 2014 after being re-furbished. Open all year giant cobra skin. 10am – 4pm

Directions Turn right along Penrith Road onto Station Road. Keswick Museum is situated towards the end of Station Road on the left. There is free (disc) parking for 2 hours along Station Road.

9 Kirklinton Hall & Gardens MAP REF 17 P b ç E Kirklinton, Carlisle, CA6 6BB Tel: 016977 48292/850 www.kirklintonhall.co.uk

Adjacent to the 12th Century de Boyville stronghold, Kirklinton was built from its stone in the 1680’s. Opening times 1st April – 30th September: Extended in the 1870’s and ruined in the 1970’s, the Weekdays and Sundays 12pm - 5pm; Saturdays Hall has been a Restoration Great House, an RAF available for events. Admission £4 Adults £1 base, a school, a gangsters’ gambling den and worse. Under 16, Free to HHA and MyCumbria Card Walk in the footsteps of Norman Knights, Cavalier holders. Commanders and the Kray twins. Now, Kirklinton Hall and its Gardens are being restored by the Boyle family Directions 6 miles NE of Carlisle; M6 J44; A7 to to its former glory. It is also the home of SlowFood Longtown at Blackford, right to Kirklinton; at A6071 Cumbria and is available for weddings and events. turn right towards Brampton; 1st left to Roadhead; ‘Spectacularly sinister ruin’ - Pevsners Buildings of at T-junction left; past church, KH on left. England.

MAP REF 19 Levens Hall & Topiary Gardens P g b E N Levens Hall, Kendal, LA8 0PD K Tel: 015395 60321 www.levenshall.co.uk

Levens Hall is an atmospheric, welcoming and fascinating Elizabethan mansion, home to the Bagot family. The Hall contains oak panelling, period furniture, Cordova leather Opening times 6th April – 9th October. wall coverings, paintings, the earliest English patchwork Open Sunday to Thursday (Closed Fridays & and other beautiful objects of the highest standard. The Saturdays). widely admired famous topiary garden laid out from 1694 Gardens, Tea Room, Gift Shop & Plant Centre is the oldest in the world and the cut yew trees, together 10am – 5pm. with herbaceous borders, massive beech hedges, a pond House 12noon – 4.30pm (last entry 4pm). surrounded by pleached limes, nuttery and vegetable garden provide year round interest. Home-made food, Directions Situated 5 miles south of Kendal on attractive gift shop, traction engines in steam on Sundays, A6. Exit M6 junction 36. SATNAV – LA8 0PD play area and a variety of children’s activities.

10 MAP REF 20 Lowther Castle & Gardens g b ç E Lowther, Nr. Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HH K Tel: 01931 712192 www.lowthercastle.org W

Unique restoration project. Step back in time – let your imagination fly. 130 acres of gardens to explore – summerhouses, breath-taking views of Lakeland fells, rope swings and squirrel hides. Ruins & restored Sculpture Gallery. Parterre restoration commences 2014. Imposing courtyard with Café and Gift Shop. Opening times Every day - 10.00 to 17.00 Heritage Toilets. Spring, Summer & Autumn. In Winter last entry to gardens is 3pm – see website for more details.

Directions Located just off the A6, 5 miles south of Penrith. Follow Signs for Lowther Castle.

MAP REF 21 Mirehouse & Gardens b ç E Mirehouse, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QE K Tel: 017687 72287 www.mirehouse.com

Mirehouse is a “Manor from Heaven” according to Melvyn Bragg. Set in stunning landscape between mountainside and Bassenthwaite Lake, the gardens include a tranquil walled garden planted for bees, a Opening times April to October. terraced Poetry Walk and woodland playgrounds. The House: Sat, Sun and Wed 1.30pm to 4.30pm. house has a wealth of unique literary connections - over Gardens, playgrounds and tearoom: Daily the years the Spedding family has had close links with 10am to 5pm. Tennyson, Southey and Thomas Carlyle. As visitors wander through this living family home, they enjoy a Directions 3 miles north of Keswick on A591. relaxed welcome, live piano music flowing from room Parking in Dodd Wood car park opposite main to room and a chance for younger visitors to play in the entrance. SAT NAV CA12 4QE. Victorian nursery or follow the history trail.

11 MAP REF 22 Gardens & Owl Centre Muncaster Castle P g b Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ K Tel: 01229 717614 www.muncaster.co.uk ç E O W

Historic haunted castle, surrounded by many acres of beautiful wild gardens famous for rhododendrons and Opening times SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS. azaleas, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Lake Gardens & Owl Centre: Open daily all year District fells. The World Owl Centre hosts one of the finest except January. collections of owls in the world. Enjoy the daily Meet the Castle: 30 March – 2 November (closed most Birds display (summer season) and Heron Happy Hour (all Saturdays to host weddings but open Bank year). The MeadowVole Maze, playground, gift shops, café Holidays). & church provide something for all the family. Our great special events throughout the year include the Muncaster Directions SAT NAV CA18 1RD. On the A595 one Festival in May, a myriad of summer and cultural events, mile south of the coastal village of Ravenglass in Halloween Week and Christmas at the Castle. B&B the Western Lake District. available. Also great place for weddings and functions.

MAP REF 23 Rheged Centre P g b E Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ K 01768 868000 www.rheged.com

Housed under a unique grass roof, Rheged quite literally has something for everyone. Our Gallery has a changing programme of art and photography exhibitions while our giant 3D cinema shows films daily as well as live streaming theatre, ballet, opera and music from leading national venues. For families Opening times Open every day 10am – 5.30pm. there are also pottery painting, play areas and inspiring Closed Christmas day, Boxing day and New Years events every holiday. Rheged has 10 individual shops Day. which reflect the region, its food, crafts and activities and if it’s time for a bite to eat, try one of our cafes or a Directions Just off M6(J40) at Penrith/gateway to cookery class, courtesy of our resident celebrity chef, North Lakes. Peter Sidwell.

12 MAP REF 24 Rydal Mount & Gardens P g b ç E N Ambleside, Lake District, LA22 9LU K Tel: (015394) 33002 www.rydalmount.co.uk W

Rydal Mount,lies in the heart of the Lake District, and commands glorious views of lake Windermere and Rydal Water. This was Wordsworth’s family home from 1813 to his death in 1850, here he wrote and revised many of his poems including his most famous poem ‘daffodils’ publishing in 1815. The house now belongs Opening times Summer: March to October to descendants of the poet and retains a lived-in, fam- 9.30am-5pm. Winter: Nov to Dec & February ily atmosphere. Wordsworth was a keen landscape 11am-4pm. gardener and the four acre garden remains very much as he designed it. Directions 1 1/2 miles from Ambleside on the A591 Grasmere road. Free parking.

Sizergh MAP REF 25 P g b ç E Sizergh, near Kendal, LA8 8DZ K Tel: 015395 60951 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sizergh/ W

Sizergh – one family, one estate and more than 700 years of history. This much-loved family home stands proud in its natural setting. Still inhabited by the Opening times The house is open from 9 March Strickland family, Sizergh has many tales to tell and to 2 November, Sunday to Thursday. The garden certainly feels lived in, with centuries-old portraits sitting and estate are open all year round except on 25 alongside modern family photographs. You can explore December when the garden is closed. its gardens or venture into the 647 hectares (1,600 acres) of beautiful estate to spot the rich and diverse Directions From the M6, exit at junction 36, wildlife which also makes it their home. The atmosphere then take A590 towards Kendal, take Barrow-in- here is timeless, and it is an unexpected treasure on Furness turning and follow brown signs. Sat-Nav: the edge of the Lake District. Sizergh is a family home, enter LA8 8DZ. consequently there are some opening restrictions.

13 MAP REF 27 P g b Swarthmoor Hall Lane, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0JQ K Tel: 01229 583204 www.swarthmoorhall.co.uk

Swarthmoor Hall is a 16th century country house set in beautiful gardens. Visitors speak about its tranquillity. A writer commented: “The fictional dramas of Downton Abbey seem relatively tame to the actual events in Opening times The Hall is open for day visitors: Swarthmoor Hall’s history. The birthplace of the Quaker Monday-Friday 10:30 – 16:30, Sunday 13:30 – movement has all the elements of a great screenplay: 16:30, from 24 Feb to 31 Oct, and at other times love, conflict, conviction and passion.” There are six by appointment. historic rooms to view with a fine selection of 17th century furniture. Directions Signposted from the outskirts of Ulverston, just off the A590. 25-minute drive from J36 of the M6.

MAP REF 28 Theatre by the Lake g b E N O Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ K Tel: 017687 74411 www.theatrebythelake.com W

Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in Britain can match. Each year it stages up to nine of its own productions of classic, modern and new plays on its two stages and has won multi-starred reviews from Opening times 9.30am – end of performance / national critics. It also hosts festivals of literature, jazz, 8.00pm non-performance days. film and mountains. Daytime and evening refreshments Box Office: 9.30am until 8.00pm daily are available from light snacks to pre-theatre meals. Directions The theatre is located off Lake Road. Follow the brown tourist road signs throughout the town or signs for the Lake.

14 Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery Trust MAP REF 29 Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TP K g b ç Tel: 01228 618718 www.tulliehouse.co.uk E N O W

Discover, explore and enjoy award winning Tullie House, where historic collections, contemporary art and family fun are brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. There are four fantastic galleries to explore, which will take you on a journey through the ages from Opening times Open daily all year except present day right back to the early Romans and beyond. Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Set in beautiful gardens, Old Tullie House is a Grade 1 Please see website for more details. listed building, and is home to a nationally important collection of Pre-Raphaelite art. Many features of the 17th Directions Tullie House is easily accessible century architecture still remain, such as the beautiful by road or rail. Please see our website for full Jacobean staircase. There is plenty for all to see and do directions. at Tullie House.

MAP REF 30 Winderwath Gardens P E Winderwath, Temple Sowerby, Penrith, CA10 2AG Tel: 01768 88250

The five acre garden was originally laid out at the beginning of the 20th century. The mature trees include Wellingtonia, Cut-leaved Beech and Cedar. Extensive work has been carried out on the rockeries and herbaceous borders since the 1950s. There is now Opening times 1st March to 31st October, a large collection of Alpines, Himalayan plants, Salvias Monday to Friday 10am-4pm; Saturday 10am- and other unusual plants. The Primulas by the pond, 2pm. where there is a picnic area, are very colourful in the Spring. We sell second-hand tools and plants. Fruit Directions Five miles from Penrith, M6 junction and vegetables from the walled garden are available 40. A66 towards Brough, 1st exit on Temple when in season. Sowerby by-pass, then left at T-junction.

15 Cumbria’s Living Heritage great houses, gardens & cultural attractions in & around the lake district

Bewcastle NORTHUMBERLAND 1. Abbot Hall Art Gallery and Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry p.3 Longtown B6318 3 17 Birdoswald B6318 A6071 A69 2. Askham Hall p.3 A74 3. Birdoswald Roman Fort Bowness-on A7 18 Lanercost -Solway Brampton (English Heritage) p.7

M6 Talkin Tarn B5307 4. Blackwell, The Arts & 8 9 N 29 A69

Crafts House p.4 CARLISLE A689 5. Brantwood p.4 B5302 o

6. Brockhole Lake District r Visitor Centre p.5 A596 ALSTON B5301 t

B5300 7. Brougham Castle A686 Allonby A595 Nenthead h (English Heritage) p.7 A6 Caldbeck Lazonby 8. Carlisle Castle COUNTY Hesket Newmarket (English Heritage) p.7 DURHAM A591 Hutton-in-the-Forest 9. Carlisle Cathedral p.5 A595 15 Langwathby

10. Dalemain Mansion P 21 Greystoke PENRITH & Historic Gardens p.6 Bassenthwaite Mungrisdale 30 Lake 23 7 Temple Sowerby 11. Dove Cottage & The A66 Dalemain 10 e 16 Pooley Bridge 20 Wordsworth Museum p.6 KESWICK 2 n 28 Lowther 12. Furness Abbey Loweswater Derwentwater Ullswater APPLEBY (English Heritage) p.7 Crummock A66 n Water Borrowdale GLENRIDDING 13. Holehird Gardens p.8 HONISTER Shap Thirlmere i Buttermere PASS B5259 Patterdale Brough 14. Holker Hall & Ennerdale Water

A591 n Gardens p.8 Ennerdale B6260 St Bees Wasdale KIRKBY EGREMONT 11 PASS Orton STEPHEN KIRKSTONE

15. Hutton in the Forest GRASMERE e S

Langdale A6 A685 Historic House & Gardens p.9 Wastwater Elterwater Rydal 24 Water

AMBLESIDE Ravenstonedale s 16. Keswick Museum Kentmere Gosforth 6 13 B6259 WRYNOSE & Art Gallery p.9 Seascale PASS HAWKSHEAD A683 Eskdale WINDERMERE 17. Kirklinton Hall & Gardens p.10 CONISTON Esthwaite Muncaster Brantwood Water 18. Lanercost Priory Ravenglass 22 5 BOWNESS 1 Grizedale 4 KENDAL (English Heritage) p.7 A5074 Duddon Coniston A684 Water 19. Levens Hall & Topiary Gardens p.10 Valley Windermere Lyth Valley 26 25 20. Lowther Castle & Gardens p.11 Broughton-in- Sizergh Dent 21. Mirehouse & Gardens p.11 Furness Levens 19 A590 22. Muncaster Castle, Gardens A595 A65 & Owl Centre p.12 ULVERSTON Cartmel 27 14 23. Rheged Centre p.12 Dalton-in-Furness GRANGE-OVER- 24. Rydal Mount & Gardens p.13 SANDS 25. Sizergh (National Trust) p.13 BARROW-IN- 12 26. Stott Park Bobbin Mill FURNESS Carnforth (English Heritage) p.7 27. Swarthmoor Hall p.14 28. Theatre by the Lake p.14 29. Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery p.15 30. Winderwath Gardens p.15

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