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Abbot Hall
Type:Art Gallery
Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL
About
Abbot Hall is one of the UK’s leading art galleries. Established in 1962 in a Grade I listed Georgian building on the banks of the River Kent in Kendal, today we are rethinking the gallery as vibrant cultural and community hub.
Book your visit to see our outstanding collection ranging from historic to contemporary art, as well as our inspiring exhibitions and events.
“Super exhibition – we’ll be back!” Abbot Hall visitor.”
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Opening Times
| Season (4 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Tuesday | Closed | |
| Wednesday - Saturday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed | |
* Abbot Hall will be closed 25th-26th December 2024. We will also be closed 2nd - 13th February 2025 for deep cleaning, collections care and maintenance.
Guide Prices
£12 Adult
£9 Student
£6 Child (5-15yrs)
£0 Child (0-4yrs)
Free for Lakeland Arts Members
Free with a National Art Pass
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
Catering
- On-site light refreshments
Children
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Parking
- Parking with charge
Property Facilities
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Tripadvisor
- Excellent87
- Very Good51
- Average22
- Poor11
- Terrible7
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information - Visit England
VistEngland VAQAS Gold 2018 - Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From M6 jct 36 take A590 to Kendal. Come off dual-carriageway at Kendal south. Follow signs into town, Abbot Hall is well signed, next to Parish church.
Public Transport Directions
Just a short walk from Kendal Train Station. Swap onto the Lakes Line from Oxenholme and alight at Kendal.
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