Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village (National Trust)
High Street Lacock
nr Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 2LG
England
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock
lacockabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
Telephone
01249 730 459
Lacock Abbey is a house with over 800 years of history. Founded as an abbey in 1232, it has been a home to many different characters, each of whom has put their own unique stamp on the building.
Venue Type:
Historic house or home, Museum, Heritage site, Garden, parklands or rural site
Additional info
National Trust tea room across the road from Visitor Reception (not inside the property).
Manual wheelchairs available to borrow and one mobility scooter (to book mobility scooter in advance please phone 01225 705797.
Brail guide to Fox Talbot Museum.
Toilets on site.
The Theatre of Insects
Insects are juxtaposed with painted backgrounds, found objects and old photographs that echo their shape and form. A stick insect is perfectly paired with a spiky geometric plan and black and white spotted butterflies reflect the music score they hover above.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Where
This exhibition is on show at the Fox Talbot Museum
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
The display in on the first floor of the museum. A stair lift is in operation. Light levels can be low.
Ffi contact: Visitor Reception, 01249 730459, lacockabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Tudor Falconry
Flying displays at 11.30 and 3pm. A parade of hawks where the birds are shown and talked about at 1pm.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Please wear clothes and footwear suitable for outdoors.
Flying takes place on the lawn. There is a level, gravelled path to the lawn from Visitor Reception.When resting, the birds are displayed in the abbey cloisters which has a ramped entrance.
Flying displays may be cancelled if weather is not suitable for the birds to fly in. This is sometimes decided on the day.
Ffi contact: Visitor Reception, 01249 730459, lacockabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Tudor Falconry
Flying displays at 11.30 and 3pm. A ‘parade of hawks’ where the birds are shown and talked about at 1pm. Please wear clothes and footwear suitable for outdoors. Suitable for accompanied children flying takes place on the lawn. There is a level, gravelled path to the lawn from visitor reception. When resting, the birds are displayed in the abbey cloisters which has a ramped entrance. The grounds and cloisters remain open until 17:30. Last entrance into the Abbey Rooms is 16:15. Please note flying displays may be cancelled if weather is not suitable for the birds to fly in.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Admission
Adult £11.80, child £5.90, family £30.10. NT members and under fives are free.
Bat Watch May 2013
Join bat expert Tony Brazier to watch for and listen to bats living in locations in and around Lacock Abbey. You will walk down to the abbey buildings (about a 5 minute walk) and see the bats appear from gargoyle mouths in a location next to the River Avon. A magical experience.
Suitable for
When
8:30-10pm
Admission
Adult: £8 Adult
Child: £4 Child
Booking Essential.
Pre-booked tickets only.
Wear sensible shoes and outdoor clothing. If you wish to bring a shooting stick or lightweight folding chair you are welcome to. You may find a torch useful.
Paths are level and wide and lightly gravelled. Disabled parking near the Abbey is available, please ring the property for details. There is no shelter if it rains. No outdoor lighting.
This is an outdoor event, weather affects whether the bats want to come out, so numbers visible may vary.
Ffi contact: Visitor Reception, 01249 730459, lacockabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Bat Watch May 2013
Walk down to the abbey buildings and see the bats appear from gargoyle mouths next to the River Avon. Wear sensible shoes and outdoor clothing. If you wish to bring a shooting stick or lightweight folding chair you are welcome to. You may find a torch useful. Paths are level and wide and lightly gravelled. Disabled parking near the Abbey is available, please ring the property for details. There is no shelter if it rains. No outdoor lighting. This is an outdoor event, weather affects whether the bats want to come out. Book on 0844 249 1895. Booking fee applies. Pre-booked tickets only.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
8:30-10pm
Where
Meet at the Abbey gates (next to Visitor Reception on the High Street) 10 mins before start.
Admission
Adult: £8.00. Child: £4.00. Property admission charge do not apply.
Bee-utiful World
Help create a UV garden and see like a bee. Children's craft activities and trail. Meet a bee keeper and find out about the fascinating lives of these vital creatures. Our bee- friendly flower border should be blooming! An event organised by our garden team. Please wear weather appropriate outdoor clothing. Accompanied children are welcome. The grounds are level. Paths are flat and lightly gravelled. The grounds and cloisters remain open until 17.30.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-3pm
Where
This small, but very friendly event takes place mainly in the Botanic Garden.
Admission
Admission prices apply: Adult £8.70, Child £4.30, Family £22.20 Museum, Abbey rooms, cloisters and grounds: Adult £11.80, Child £5.90, Family £30.10. NT members and -5s free.
Bee-utiful World
Help create a UV garden and see like a bee. Children's craft activities and trail. Meet a bee keeper and find out about the fascinating lives of these vital creatures. Our bee- friendly flower border should be blooming! An event organised by our garden team. Please wear weather appropriate outdoor clothing. Accompanied children are welcome. The grounds are level. Paths are flat and lightly gravelled. The grounds and cloisters remain open until 17.30.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-3pm
Where
This small, but very friendly event takes place mainly in the Botanic Garden.
Admission
Admission prices apply: Adult £8.70, Child £4.30, Family £22.20 Museum, Abbey rooms, cloisters and grounds: Adult £11.80, Child £5.90, Family £30.10. NT members and -5s free.
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