Woolsthorpe Manor

Without Isaac Newton this small manor would be just another Lincolnshire farmhouse - but in 1665 the plague sent him back from university to this place where he was born. For 18 months Newton worked in solitude, experimenting obsessively, laying foundations for the science of today.

Woolsthorpe Manor tells the story of Newton's time at Woolsthorpe, from his birth and childhood to the discoveries of his Year of Wonders. In the 17th century manor house you can stand in the room where he used a prism to split sunlight into the colours of the rainbow, exploring the nature of light. From the window you can see the apple tree in the orchard which inspired his theory of gravity.

Coming back to the present day, you can discover Newton's science for yourself in the hands-on Science Centre and walk to the village church (not National Trust) where he was baptised. For more than 300 years people have come to Woolsthorpe, drawn by his story to find their own inspiration in this place of genius.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 20 September:

10am- 4pm. Last entry into Manor House at 3pm

Sunday 21 September:

10am - 4pm. Last entry into Manor House at 3pm

Location & directions

Water Lane, Woolsthorpe By Colsterworth, Lincolnshire, NG33 5PD

Directions:

Located at Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth (not Woolsthorpe by Belvoir), Woolsthorpe Manor is signposted from the A1. From Melton Mowbray, take B676 towards Colsterworth; 1 mile after Stainby, turn left onto Old Post Lane, then left onto Water Lane. Parking: Parking is included in your entry fee, National Trust members park free. Blue disability badge parking bays are available close to the main entrance for eligible visitors. Sat Nav: please use NG33 5PD for directions.

Contact on day:

Mia Rice

Telephone number:

+441476862823

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Due to its historic setting, the ground at Woolsthorpe is uneven and sloping with gravel paths. There is a relatively steep gradient up from the ticket office to the orchard. There are 4 benches within the orchard and picnic benches within the courtyard areas. Please check our website for more information.

Additional information

As well as the historic house we also have a fantastic hands-on Science Centre where you can observe, experiment and discover Isaac Newton's theories on gravity, motion, optics and light

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