15 Castle Hill: the evolution of a building
15 Castle Hill, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1YS
Over the door of the Cottage Museum the initials RAT 1739 are carved, but the building dates back further than that. Welcome to this 17th century building, the smallest and most immersive museum in the North West. Sit a while by the fire, have a go with a drop spindle, try on a hat, grate some spices and learn all about this fascinating building and how it has changed over the centuries.
Read the indentures and deeds, which note the building passing through different families, and learn about its restoration after being declared unfit for habitation in the 1960s.
We are offering free admission and hope that you will take away a cottage model to cut out and build at home.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1300-1600
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1300-1600
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1300-1600
- Sunday 21 September:
- 1300-1600
Location & directions
15 Castle Hill, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1YS
- Directions:
- Head up Castle Hill and find the Cottage Museum opposite.
- Contact on day:
- R Whittaker
- Telephone number:
- +441524382264
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The Cottage Museum spans several floors, with access via narrow and steep staircases. The different floor levels and floor coverings are notable. There are no toilet facilities on site, and the lighting levels are very low. An audio description of the Cottage's history is available via QR code for visitors with impaired vision. The museum features hands-on exhibits that offer sensory experiences through touch, smell, and audio. Our team is disability aware and can provide any help or assistance needed. Those with space-related anxiety may find the attic challenging.
