Allan Bank

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Once home to William Wordsworth and National Trust founder Canon Rawnsley, Allan Bank isn’t a typical National Trust experience. The historic grounds and the landscape are the focus here.

Allan Bank is a historic villa that combines a small, informal art gallery with a giant indoor mural space - a place for artists to explore nature. Surrounded by Romantic 19th century wooded pleasure grounds with stunning views over Grasmere, Allan Bank  offers a rare chance to encounter red squirrels, have a picnic or relax by the fire. 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 by the views, just like William Wordsworth was. 

This year visitors can see the giant murals by Japanese artist Hideyuki Sobue. Painted on the formerly fire damaged walls of the entrance hall, the murals celebrate Beatrix Potter’s complex relationship with the Lake District, and her legacy in the wider conservation movement.

Self serve tea and coffee are available for a small donation. 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 to enjoy indoors or out.

Note: limited blue badge parking only on site at Allan Bank. Follow directions on foot from Grasmere village.

Find out more about Allan Bank: Allan Bank and Grasmere | National Trust

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