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Acorn Bank

Family days out at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Family days out at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Beautiful gardens at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Exterior and grounds at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Watermill at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Historic architecture and grounds at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Historic architecture at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Grounds and Gardens at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Grounds and gardens at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust
  • Grounds and gardens at Acorn Bank in Temple Sowerby, Cumbria © National Trust

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Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1SP
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Garden

Close to Penrith and with views to the Lake District and Howgill Fells, Acorn Bank is a tranquil haven in the heart of the Eden Valley. The walled gardens shelter a medicinal herb garden, herbaceous borders, lily-filled pond and traditional apple orchards carpeted with daffodils in spring. In summer, look out for a variety of butterflies and bees in amongst the flowers along the herbaceous border, newts in the Sunken Garden pond and a enjoy a stroll through the lush Herb Garden. In September the garden team host apple themed events, with a range of tasty apple varieties available to take home and eat.

Woodland and estate walks

Woodland walks reveal a half-hidden story of gypsum mining, a working watermill and an estate rich in wildlife. Wildlife lovers might be able to spot otter tracks can down by the beck, red squirrels and numerous bird species in the woodlands. Watch the watermill in action every weekend until October.

House

The site was originally established by the Knights Templar around 800 years ago and a 17th-century sandstone manor stands where people have lived and worked for almost a thousand years. It remains unfurnished and is mostly closed to the public, apart from the beautiful stone flagged entrance hall and second-hand bookshop.

Lakeland Coffee

Our friends at Lakeland Coffee can be found in the courtyard serving, hot drinks, cakes, paninis and pastries. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Open Thursday–Monday, 10.30am–4pm (closed Tuesday & Wednesday).

Groups

If you’re visiting us in a group of six or more people, please pre-book your visit via acornbank@nationaltrust.org.uk.

 

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Opening Times

Watermill (1 Jan 2023 - 29 Oct 2023)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
Tuesday11:00 - 15:00
Wednesday - FridayClosed
Saturday - Sunday11:00 - 15:00
Garden and parkland (13 Mar 2023 - 29 Oct 2023)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00

* Watermill open Bank Holiday Mondays, 11am-3pm

Guide Prices

Free entry for National Trust members.

For non-members prices are £9 per adult, £4.50 per child, £22.50 for a family ticket and £13.50 for a family with one adult.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access - Partial disabled access. Grounds have loose gravel paths, grass paths and undulating terrain. Accessible route map available. Level access only available to upper information room in watermill. Disabled toilets. Mobility scooter available to hire free of charge.
  • Disabled toilets
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Facilities for groups

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted - Dogs welcome on leads in the woodlands, assistance dogs only in the gardens.
  • Gift shop
  • Public toilets

Site Features

  • National Trust Property
  • Regional Tourist Board Member

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups - Booking essential for groups.

Access Information

Attractions Self Assessment

Accessibility Notes• Drop-off point at garden entrance • Disabled parking available • Accessible toilet and baby changing area in garden courtyard • Woodland pathways are uneven and undulating. Garden paths can be slippery in wet weather. • Hearing loop available at welcome point. • Mobility scooter available to hire free of charge. Please pre-book to guarantee availability by emailing acornbank@nationaltrust.org.uk

Public Areas

Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users

Parking

Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is gravel

General

Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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      Road Directions

      From A66 just north of Temple Sowerby, 6 miles east of Penrith.

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      The nearest railway station is Langwathby, which is 5 miles away.

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