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The Armitt Museum

The Armitt: Museum, Gallery, Library in Ambleside, Lake District
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Nook Lane, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BL
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Nestled in the picturesque village of Ambleside, explore the history and heritage of the heart of the Lake District at The Armitt...

Full of interesting and unusual objects, The Armitt is a museum, library and gallery that shares the history and heritage of Ambleside and its people. Founded as a subscription library in 1912 by Mary Louisa Armitt, the collection has evolved over the last 110 years, containing a variety of artefacts, books, artworks and more. Highlights include Beatrix Potter’s fungi watercolours, Roman remains from the Ambleside fort, the Charlotte Mason archives, and Kurt Schwitters paintings, to name just a few.

The Armitt changes its exhibitions and displays every year, showcasing its varied collections of objects, artworks, and books, and telling stories about the people, places, and passions of the Lake District.

Only a short 20-minute walk from Waterhead Pier, The Armitt is ideally located at the tip of the University of Cumbria campus and opposite the main Rydal Road car park.

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NEW! Escape Box Experiences at The Armitt

There are two brand new experiences available at The Armitt where you'll be solving puzzles and clues, learning about history and having fun all at the same time. You may have heard of escape rooms, well at The Armitt we've devised a different style of activity where instead of trying to get OUT, you're trying to get IN. This is a great activity for everyone so get booking today!

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Opening Times

Season (1 Feb 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

* Feb-Dec 2025* see website for exact opening details.

Guide Prices

£7 adults, £4 students, under 16s FREE
Carers go free with 1 paying Adult
Members of the Art Fund, Museum Association, Northern Museums volunteer pass holders, and Friends of the Armitt go free

Facilities

Other

  • Accessible Venue - There is a stairlift to take visitors from the ground floor to the toilets and the library on the first floor.

Accessibility

  • Disabled access - There is a stairlift to take visitors from the ground floor to the toilets and the library on the first floor
  • Disabled toilets

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Children

  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Education/study area
  • Facilities for educational visits
  • Facilities for groups
  • Guided tours for groups

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted - Dogs on leads are welcome in the museum
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking not allowed

Site Features

  • Regional Tourist Board Member

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups

Access Information

Attractions Self Assessment

Accessibility NotesCaptions on videos. Lift available.

Entrance

Ramp to entrance
Handrail by ramp
Steps to the main entrance
Handrail by steps
Number of steps to entrance3

Public Areas

Baby changing facilities
Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
From the entrance to reception / ticket area
To the gift shop

Parking

Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
The route from the parking area to the entrance:
Has a ramp
The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid

General

Audible alarm system
Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
Visual alarm system

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

      On A591, just beyond the Bridge House, opposite the main Ambleside car park.

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      Accessible by Public Transport: Windermere station is 5 miles away.

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