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Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House

Exterior and Grounds at Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
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  • Enjoy snacks and lunches in the Tea Room at Blackwell, the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District.

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Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JT
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Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.

Designed by noted architect Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott, this stunning Grade I listed building is one of the UK’s finest examples of Arts & Crafts architecture and with remarkable views towards the Coniston Fells, it’s a house that never fails to inspire.

Completed in 1901, the house was originally built as a holiday home and haven from bustling Manchester life, for brewer Sir Edward and Lady Holt and their five children.

From 1941, it became a school for Huyton College in Liverpool, then Blackwell School until 1976.

Step back in time

Today you can explore the house and discover the Arts & Crafts story, what Blackwell was like as a family home and hear of fond memories of many students who grew up there.

See original features, furniture and objects by leading Arts & Crafts designers and studios including metalwork by WAS Benson, ceramics by William De Morgan and furniture by Stanley Webb Davies and Baillie Scott.

Soak up the atmosphere in Blackwell’s fireplace inglenooks and inviting window seats while enjoying stunning views of the surrounding Lake District.

Blackwell retains original decorative features, including a rare hessian wall-hanging in the Dining Room, leaf-shaped door handles, curious window catches, spectacular plasterwork, stained glass. and carved wooden panelling.

Blackwell also offers an inviting Tea Room with quality, locally sourced produce, and a Contemporary Gift Shop which has an enviable reputation for presenting work for sale by the best contemporary craft makers in the industry.

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Opening Times

Season (1 Mar 2025 - 31 Oct 2025)
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Monday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00
Winter Hours (4 Nov 2025 - 28 Feb 2026)
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Monday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00

* Blackwell will be closed 25th-26th December 2024. We will also be closed 6th-17th January for deep cleaning, collections care and maintenance.

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  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Wheelchairs available

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  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

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  • On-site catering

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  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

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  • Education/study area
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  • Facilities for conferencing

Parking

  • Free Parking

Property Facilities

  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Gift shop
  • Public toilets
  • Smoking not allowed

Site Features

  • Regional Tourist Board Member

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  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

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      Road Directions

      Follow A5074 from Bowness, Lyth Valley Road, then take B5360 located 1 mile from Bowness. Blue RAC signs provided.

      Public Transport Directions

      The nearest railway station is Windermere, which is 2 miles away.

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