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Allan Bank
About
A unique National Trust house with a relaxed atmosphere, where views of Grasmere lake and fells are seen from bay windows and woodland grounds. Once home to National Trust co-founder Canon Rawnsley and poet William Wordsworth, Allan Bank is a great place to relax with a cup of tea or explore along the woodland trail. Red squirrels play in the grounds, there are beautiful picnic spots and plenty of space for the kids to run free. The art room has picture-perfect views and is a great place for the whole family to get creative. Lakeshore strolls and adventurous fell-top rambles can be accessed from Grasmere village.
This year Allan Bank hosts a new mural commission by Japanese artist Hideyuki Sobue. Painted on the formerly fire damaged walls of the entrance hall, the murals will celebrate Beatrix Potter’s complex relationship with the Lake District, and her legacy in the wider conservation movement.
Note: limited blue badge parking only on site at Allan Bank. Follow directions on foot from Grasmere village.
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Book Tickets
Opening Times
* Please see the National Trust website for the most recent up to date opening times as they are subject to change.
Guide Prices
Free admission for National Trust members.
Adult £6.50
Child £3.25
Family £16.25
Entry into the garden and woodland grounds.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
Catering
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Site Features
- National Trust Property
Target Markets
- Coach parties accepted
Tripadvisor
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2020 - Other Awards
National Trust 2019 - Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Allan Bank is in the centre of Grasmere. Grasmere: 4 miles north of Ambleside. Foot: 437 yards from the Inn at Grasmere in centre of village (slight gradient before house). Bus services from Keswick and Windermere to Bowness. Road: A591 to Ambleside, continuing to Grasmere. Parking: three pay and display car parks in Grasmere village (not National Trust). Limited disabled parking only onsite, please park in Grasmere village and walk to the house or use public transport.
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