Wordsworth House and Garden (National Trust)

Main Street
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9RX
England

Website

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wordsworth-house

E-mail

wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk

Telephone

Recorded Information

01900 820884

Enquiries/Group bookings

01900 824805

Fax

Group bookings

01900 820883

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Living Georgian town house where William Wordsworth was born in 1770. Costumed servants are on duty every day in the working Georgian kitchen.

Venue Type:

Historic house or home, Garden, parklands or rural site

Opening hours

2011 12 March - 30 October 11.00am - 5.00pm (Last entry 4pm).
2012 10 March - early November 11.00am - 5.00pm (Last entry 4pm).

Closed: Friday (Shop open 7 days a week)

Admission charges

GAOE prices £6.50, child £3.25, family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70

Discounts

  • National Trust

Additional info

Very limited parking on Low Sand Lane, adjacent to house. Drop-off point. 6 steps to main entrance with no handrail. Lift available for wheel chair users to first floor & Cafe. Level entrance to shop. Grounds largely accessible. Garden accessible via shop and/or side gate on Low Sand Lane. Induction loops in reception and shop.

Exhibition details are listed below, you may need to scroll down to see them all.

Natural Inspiration Exhibition

9 March — 2 June 2013 *on now

The garden that inspired Wordsworth continues to be a source of creativity. We are delighted to host an exhibition by Maryport textile artist Dianne Standen. Taking her themes from the natural forms and colours of the Lake District and Solway coast landscape, she has fashioned a unique installation using renewable and up-cycled fabrics and other materials to highlight the natural beauty of William's garden Children very welcome Disabled/wheelchair access available

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Groups welcome.

Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.

Playthings and pastimes

25 May 2013 *on now

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury style

Suitable for

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Ffi contact: Kirsty Fairhead, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=f95deb51-080d-437b-b0d6-d1a503626b2d

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

25 May 2013 *on now

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

25 May 2013 *on now

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

26 May 2013

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

26 May 2013

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Herbs and hedgerows (Cloned)

27 May 2013

From poisonous puddings to nettle cloth, come and learn about bizarre ways the Georgians employed herbs and wild plants. Join us for a ten-minute talk that includes surprising uses for nettles, folklore and myths about some common plants. Visit the Georgian kitchen where we'll be cooking with herbs from our garden and some seasonal foraged plants and even pick up some recipes - look out for Dr Whitaker's Incredible Hair Tonic! Sessions run from 11.30-12.00 and 2.30-3.00

Suitable for

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Ffi contact: Kirsty Fairhead, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=13a99e84-a802-4ead-9c0a-3aeb6bb75b08

A handful of oats (Cloned)

28 May 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Dress like a Georgian (Cloned)

29 May 2013

From stays to stocks, waistcoats to wigs, pads to pockets – join us to get to grips with the marvels of Georgian clothing. A special chance for all ages to dress up in replica 18th-century costumes and pose for a fun family photo. Listen to a ten-minute talk about weird and wonderful fashions. Go wig-spotting, ask the servants how the Georgians concocted their make-up, and look out for a special appearance by Mrs Wordsworth in her best silk dress. Children welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Scarers to save your seeds (Cloned)

30 May 2013

Work with textile artist Dianne Standen to create an attractive bird scarer from recycled materials and yarn.

Suitable for

When

12-3pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Ffi contact: Zoe Gilbert, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=12749a71-7fe8-443b-8c8e-ca815f38be72

Scarers to save your seeds (Cloned)

30 May 2013

Work with textile artist Dianne Standen to create an attractive bird scarer from recycled materials and yarn. Suitable for children aged 4-11. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

12-3pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

1 June 2013

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

1 June 2013

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

2 June 2013

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Croquet set

Playthings and Pastimes

2 June 2013

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury-style! Suitable for children aged 4 - 11 Disabled/wheelchair access available

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Teeth and toilets

5 June 2013

Join us for a talk to celebrate World Environment Day and discover just how far the Georgians went in their zeal for economy and recycling, reusing everything from kitchen leftovers to human teeth and hair. Sessions run at 11.30-11.45 and 2.30-2.45.

Suitable for

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Ffi contact: Kirsty Fairhead, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=23e1c9b5-66c2-425f-8d30-6fff4e0f92dc

Skull

Teeth and Toilets

5 June 2013

Join us for a talk to celebrate World Environment Day and discover just how far the Georgians went in their zeal for economy and recycling, reusing everything from kitchen leftovers to human teeth and hair. Children welcome Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Skull

Teeth and Toilets

5 June 2013

Join us for a talk to celebrate World Environment Day and discover just how far the Georgians went in their zeal for economy and recycling, reusing everything from kitchen leftovers to human teeth and hair. Children welcome Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Wine and cheese with Shills (Cloned) (Cloned)

4 July 2013

In collaboration with Shills of Station Street, we present a very special evening of fine wine and local cheeses to tantalise your tastebuds. Includes an insight into Georgian drinking habits and a chance to explore Wordsworth House and Garden out of hours.

Suitable for

When

6-8:30pm

Admission

All tickets: £25
Booking Essential.
Early bird offer (1 month in advance) £20.00.
Disabled/wheelchair access to first floor of house.
Ffi contact: Zoe Gilbert, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=97b1eac3-7f7b-48fe-a53d-454eb2d97233

Wine and cheese with Shills (Cloned) (Cloned)

4 July 2013

In collaboration with Shills of Station Street, we present a very special evening of fine wine and local cheeses to tantalise your tastebuds. Includes an insight into Georgian drinking habits and a chance to explore Wordsworth House and Garden out of hours. Disabled/wheelchair access to first floor of house.

When

6-8:30pm

Admission

£25.00. Property admission charge does not apply. 01900 824805. Early bird offer (1 month in advance) £20.00. Groups welcome.

Dine like a Georgian (Cloned)

11 July 2013

The evening begins with drinks and cookery demonstrations in our 18th-century kitchen with Amy, the maid. Learn some simple to replicate Georgian recipes to impress at your next dinner party, and have an exclusive evening view of the house. You will then retire to the Trout Hotel next door for a three-course Georgian meal, which includes some of the delicacies demonstrated. Tickets £50 per person.

Suitable for

When

5-9pm

Admission

All tickets: £50
Booking Essential.
The first floor of the house is wheelchair accessible.
Ffi contact: Zoe Gilbert, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=8278417c-2252-4a5a-ab7a-32bf828bf41b

Dine like a Georgian (Cloned)

11 July 2013

Watch a fascinating cookery demonstration in our 18th-century kitchen, explore the house, then enjoy a delicious three-course Georgian meal.
The evening begins with drinks and cookery demonstrations in our 18th-century kitchen with Amy, the maid. Learn some simple to replicate Georgian recipes to impress at your next dinner party, and have an exclusive evening view of the house. You will then retire to the Trout Hotel next door for a three-course Georgian meal, which includes some of the delicacies demonstrated. Tickets £50 per person.
The first floor of the house is wheelchair accessible

When

5-9pm

Admission

£50.00. Property admission charge does not apply. 01900 824805. Groups welcome.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

22 July 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

22 July 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

23 July 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

29 July 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

29 July 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

30 July 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

30 July 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

30 July 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Herbs and hedgerows

31 July 2013

From poisonous puddings to nettle cloth, come and learn about bizarre ways the Georgians employed herbs and wild plants. Join us for a ten-minute talk that includes surprising uses for nettles, folklore and myths about some common plants. Visit the Georgian kitchen where we'll be cooking with herbs from our garden and some seasonal foraged plants and even pick up some recipes - look out for Dr Whitaker's Incredible Hair Tonic!

Suitable for

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Ffi contact: Kirsty Fairhead, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=a92f998a-32f6-43fa-acd8-f523360b20d6

Catch a pastry fish (Cloned)

1 August 2013

Get creative in the Georgian kitchen and make a traditional pastry fish to take home. Craft your fish using our selection of wooden tools and learn some tricks of pastry creation suitable for artists of all abilities! See our full-size fish wrapped in pastry and pick up a copy of this fantastic 18th-century recipe to try at home. Chat with our servants about the techniques of Georgian pastry creation, including how they made some truly monstrous pies and how a giant pasty can be the ideal gift!

Suitable for

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Ffi contact: Zoe Gilbert, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=16713186-91a1-4e89-8baf-724050a0ab06

Playthings and pastimes (Cloned)

3 August 2013

Learn how the Georgians of all classes amused themselves and then try your hand at a game of cards or skittles - 18th centrury style

Suitable for

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Ffi contact: Kirsty Fairhead, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=a63896d6-4cbc-4a03-8169-63b5e92d6707

Talks and tastings (Cloned)

4 August 2013

Join us for a ten-minute talk by one of our costumed servants and find out all sorts of curious facts about life in William Wordsworth's time. Have a chat afterwards and get inside stories on the Wordsworth family. See food being prepared in the atmospheric working kitchen, accompanied by a special tasting of an 18th-century dish. Learn more about Georgian cooking techniques and pick up some authentic recipes. You can even roll up your sleeves and help the servants with their chores!

Suitable for

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Ffi contact: Kirsty Fairhead, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=ee654d3f-cc07-4ba8-813b-a271764177af

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

5 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

5 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

6 August 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Catch a pastry fish (Cloned)

8 August 2013

Get creative in the Georgian kitchen and make a traditional pastry fish to take home. Craft your fish using our selection of wooden tools and learn some tricks of pastry creation suitable for artists of all abilities! See our full-size fish wrapped in pastry and pick up a copy of this fantastic 18th-century recipe to try at home. Chat with our servants about the techniques of Georgian pastry creation, including how they made some truly monstrous pies and how a giant pasty can be the ideal gift!

Suitable for

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access available.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Ffi contact: Zoe Gilbert, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=16713186-91a1-4e89-8baf-724050a0ab06

All a buzz

12 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants.

Suitable for

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Disabled/wheelchair access.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Ffi contact: Kirsty Fairhead, 01900 824805, wordsworthhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=86f0af9b-3d5e-42ec-a1cb-611dd08f6c06

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

12 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

12 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

13 August 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

19 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

19 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

20 August 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

26 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-3pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Fly close up

All A-Buzz

26 August 2013

Come along for a family garden tour and learn about, bugs, bees, butterflies and edible plants. Suitable for children aged 4 to 11. Disabled/wheelchair access. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Activity free. Usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

27 August 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Free for everyone! (Cloned)

7 September 2013

Free entry for all to celebrate Heritage Open Day Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11am-4pm

Admission

Free. Property admission charge does not apply.

Apples

Fruits Of Autumn

9 September 2013

Find out what is growing and learn about our fine variety of heritage apples. Learn how the Georgians viewed apples and how they used them. Visit our costumed servants in the 18th century kitchen to learn more. Children welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Free activity, usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Apples

Fruits Of Autumn

16 September 2013

Find out what is growing and learn about our fine variety of heritage apples. Learn how the Georgians viewed apples and how they used them. Visit our costumed servants in the 18th century kitchen to learn more. Children welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Free activity, usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Apples

Fruits Of Autumn

23 September 2013

Find out what is growing and learn about our fine variety of heritage apples. Learn how the Georgians viewed apples and how they used them. Visit our costumed servants in the 18th century kitchen to learn more. Children welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30am-12pm

Admission

Free activity, usual property admission prices apply: Adult £6.50. Child £3.25. Family £16.25. Groups (15+) £5.70.

Autumn Poetry

1 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Autumn Poetry

1 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Autumn Poetry

8 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Autumn Poetry

8 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Wine and cheese

11 October 2013

In collaboration with Shills of Station Street, we present a very special evening of fine wine and local cheeses to tantalise your tastebuds. Includes an insight into Georgian drinking habits and a chance to explore Wordsworth House and Garden out of hours. Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor of Wordsworth House.

When

6-8:30pm

Admission

£25.00. Property admission charge does not apply. Early bird offer (1 month in advance) £20.00. 01900 824805. Groups welcome.

Autumn Poetry

15 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Autumn Poetry

15 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Dine Like A Georgian

18 October 2013

Watch a fascinating cookery demonstration, explore the house and enjoy a delicious three course Georgian meal. In collaboration with the Trout Hotel, we are offering a unique opportunity to experience the stylish world of Georgian cuisine. Join the costumed servants for a glass of wine in our working 18th century kitchen, as they demonstrate some of the dishes the Wordworths would have enjoyed. Then retire next door to the Trout for a sumptuous three-course meal of period dishes prepared by their expert chefs. Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor of Wordsworth House

When

5-9pm

Admission

£50.00. Property admission charge does not apply. 01900 824805. Groups welcome.

Autumn Poetry

22 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Autumn Poetry

22 October 2013

Join us to celebrate the changing of the season with a special poetry reading . Most people have heard Wordsworth's famous lines about daffodils, but this light-hearted talk and reading offers a lovely opportunity to learn more about how the scenery and nature of his childhood inspired William Wordsworth throughout his life. Children very welcome. Disabled and wheelchair access available.

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

26 October 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

26 October 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

27 October 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

27 October 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Pastry pumpkins (Cloned)

28 October 2013

Get creative in the Georgian kitchen and make a pastry pumpkin to take home. Learn some tricks for making fun pastry creations from the servants. See our pastry dishes using authentic Georgian recipes and find out about some truly monstrous pies, sweet and savoury tarts, and why the perfect gift was a giant pasty! Also, have a chat with the servants to discover how food was coloured naturally in Georgian times, including delights such as “crushed bluebottles” and “gamboge” Suitable for children aged 4 - 11. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Children must be accompaanied by a responsible adult.

A handful of oats (Cloned)

29 October 2013

Join us in celebration of how the oat proved to be a staple ingredient in the Georgian Cumbrian diet. Head for the kitchen to try your hand at ‘the daily grind’ of the oats which would in turn be used in the production of clap bread, the forerunner of the modern oat cake. Learn about travelling clap bread makers and experience how clap bread was made over an open fire. Try rum butter, which was used to mask the cardboard like qualities of the clap bread and learn more about the rum trade. Children very welcome. Disabled/wheelchair access available.

When

11:30am-3:30pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Ink pot and quill

Ghostly Fireside Tales

30 October 2013

Head for the Georgian kitchen, get cosy by the fire and listen as our servants tell some of the traditional Cumbrian ghost stories William and his sister Dorothy might have enjoyed. Then explore the house and garden. Write with a quill pen and ink, dress in replica 18th century costume and play with reproduction toys. Children aged 7 or over welcome Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Ink pot and quill

Ghostly Fireside Tales

30 October 2013

Head for the Georgian kitchen, get cosy by the fire and listen as our servants tell some of the traditional Cumbrian ghost stories William and his sister Dorothy might have enjoyed. Then explore the house and garden. Write with a quill pen and ink, dress in replica 18th century costume and play with reproduction toys. Children aged 7 or over welcome Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Ink pot and quill

Ghostly Fireside Tales

31 October 2013

Head for the Georgian kitchen, get cosy by the fire and listen as our servants tell some of the traditional Cumbrian ghost stories William and his sister Dorothy might have enjoyed. Then explore the house and garden. Write with a quill pen and ink, dress in replica 18th century costume and play with reproduction toys. Children aged 7 or over welcome Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Ink pot and quill

Ghostly Fireside Tales

31 October 2013

Head for the Georgian kitchen, get cosy by the fire and listen as our servants tell some of the traditional Cumbrian ghost stories William and his sister Dorothy might have enjoyed. Then explore the house and garden. Write with a quill pen and ink, dress in replica 18th century costume and play with reproduction toys. Children aged 7 or over welcome Disabled/wheelchair access available.

Suitable for

  • Any age
  • Family friendly

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

2 November 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

2 November 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

3 November 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

2:30-2:45pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Sweetshop window

Sugar and Spice

3 November 2013

Discover amazing facts about spices and how they were used in 18th-century cooking. Find out how sugar was transported and refined. Learn ancient drinking-chocolate recipes and all about other glorious sweet treats. Children welcome Disabled and wheelchair access to first floor.

Suitable for

  • Any age

When

11:30-11:45am

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

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