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PLEASE NOTE: Allan Bank garden and woodland grounds are currently open. The house remains closed but plans to reopen on 17 May 2021, in line with Government Guidelines.
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, it’s now only partially decorated and a great place to relax and explore. Red squirrels play in the grounds, there are picnic spots aplenty and space for the kids to run free. Lake-shore strolls and adventurous fell-top rambles can be accessed from Grasmere village. Note: limited blue badge parking only on site at Allan Bank. Follow directions on foot from Grasmere village.
* Please see the National Trust website for the most recent up to date opening times as they are subject to change.
Adult £5.00
Child £2.50
Family £12.50
Entry into the garden and woodland grounds. Free admission for National Trust members. Pre-booking is required to guarantee entry.
Entry into the house and grounds. Free admission for National Trust members
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).Pedestrian and limited disabled parking only onsite, please park in Grasmere village and walk to the house.
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