Coleridge Cottage, Nether Stowey, Somerset. Paid entry

Details

Accessibility

"Building - three steps to entrance. Unsuitable for wheelchairs due to small rooms and doorways Audio recordings of poetry readings and baby crying Full access statement is below, but please note that some parts of this property may be closed on your visit".

Brief description

"Home of Romantic poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The 17th-century cottage was home to Coleridge for three years, from 1797. It was during his time here in Somerset that Coleridge wrote his finest works, including 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner', 'Kubla Khan', 'Frost at Midnight', 'Christabel' and 'This Lime Tree Bower my Prison'. Working with William Wordsworth on their collection of poetry Lyrical Ballads, it was here in the wild west Somerset landscape that the literary movement of Romanticism was born".

Address

"35 Lime Street, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 1NQ"

Email

coleridge.cottage@nationaltrust.org.uk

Phone

01278 732662

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coleridge-cottage

Directions

"By road From east and south: Leave the M5 at exit 23 and follow signs for Minehead (A39). Turn left into the village at traffic lights. The cottage is 100 yards on the right, opposite the pub. From west: Follow signs to Bridgwater (A39). Turn right into Nether Stowey at traffic lights. The cottage is 100 yards on the right, opposite the pub".

Opening Times

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coleridge-cottage#Opening%20times

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coleridge-cottage#Prices

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 Bridgwater Station, 8 miles away".

"By bus Bridgwater to Williton (passing close Bridgwater train station)".

Amenities

Prior to 2021."Dogs - only registered guide dogs may come into the Cottage, tearoom & garden Toilets - one toilet available on the ground floor Parking - 500 yards in the car park of the Ancient Mariner pub (not National Trust). For coach parking contact the property directly Walks - Nether Stowey has been awarded 'Walkers are Welcome' status, to celebrate the wide range of walks on offer in the area. Walks range from gentle strolls around the picturesque villages, to hikes in the dramatic scenery of the Quantock Hills. The Coleridge Way is a 51 mile walk starting here at the cottage and ending in the Valley of the Rocks on Exmoor, through the landscape that inspired Coleridge's poetry. In line with government guidance, you’re required to wear a face covering in most enclosed spaces. Please bring one with you We are sorry but the tearoom and shop are currently closed"