Allan Bank, National Trust manor house, Grasmere, Cumbria

Details

Accessibility

Accessible disability toilets.  Disability Parking

"Pedestrian access and limited Blue Badge vehicle access only onsite.

House and grounds are not accessible by mobility scooter

Full access statement is below but please note that some parts of this property may be closed on your visit

Accessible toilet available on the ground floor." https://nt.global.ssl.fastly.net/documents/access-guide/1431729848379-allan-bank-and-grasmere.pdf

Brief description

"Make yourself at home at Allan Bank, where Grasmere’s valley unfolds from the picture windows and woodland grounds. Once home to National Trust founder Canon Rawnsley and only partially decorated, this isn’t a typical National Trust experience. Secret hideaways, such as the Victorian viewing tunnel, create an air of mystery. You could help yourself to a cup of tea, watch red squirrels as you read by the fire, or picnic on the lawn, paint or draw. William Wordsworth was inspired here -- and there’s even more to discover today. The welcoming village of Grasmere is nestled with its two picturesque lakes against a dramatic backdrop of Lake District fells. It's the perfect place to come explore, relax, reflect and be inspired.

Tea and coffee available on donation at Allan Bank. If you'd like a bite to eat, please drop by one of the many village cafés or shops in Grasmere. You are welcome to bring a picnic to Allan Bank."

Address

Allan Bank, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9QB

Email

allanbank@nationaltrust.org.uk

Phone

01539 435143

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/allan-bank-and-grasmere

Directions

"By road:

Junction 36 of M6 Motorway, then take the A591 to Grasmere village. Allan Bank is a short 10 minute walk up the hill from the Inn at Grasmere / Emma's Dell in centre of village.

Parking: No parking onsite, please use public pay and display car parks in Grasmere village. You can check the latest car park information for the Lake District at www.saferlakes.co.uk

By cycle:

The Coast to Coast Cycleway (Sustrans National Route 6) is planned to run through the valley. For more information go to Sustrans Allan Bank is a short 10 minute walk up the hill from the Inn at Grasmere / Emma's Dell in centre of village.

On foot:

Allan Bank is a short 10 minute walk up the hill from the Inn at Grasmere / Emma's Dell in centre of village."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

"By train:

Windermere train station 8 miles, then catch the 599 Stagecoach bus to Grasmere village. Allan Bank is a short 10 minute walk up the hill from the Inn at Grasmere / Emma's Dell in centre of village.

By bus:

To Grasmere village: Stagecoach in Cumbria 555/6, 599 from Windermere. For more information go to Transport Direct Allan Bank is a short 10 minute walk up the hill from the Inn at Grasmere / Emma's Dell in centre of village."

Amenities

National Trust Site

Disability Toilet

Manor house

Picnics can be taken anywhere in the grounds. See https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/allan-bank-and-grasmere#Facilities%20and%20access

"Tea and coffee available on donation at Allan Bank. If you'd like a bite to eat, please drop by one of the many village cafés or shops in Grasmere. You are welcome to bring a picnic to Allan Bank.

Toilet with baby changing facilities available on the ground floor of the house

Woodland grounds and a lawn to let the kids run wild, away from any roads.

We kindly ask that all children under 17 are accompanied by an adult.

Nature trail activities for kids, ask for details at the welcome point on arrival"