Westmorland and Furness
Properties and events in Westmorland and Furness
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'Writing under stress': the meaning and materiality of pauper letters
Free workshops provided by Nottingham Trent University in association with Cumbria Archives. Pauper Letters are a fascinating historical source. Join our team of specialists to get ‘under the skin’ of these enigmatic documents.
Acorn Bank Watermill
Come and see the 19th Century mill in action and learn about the progress made in restoring the second waterwheel to working condition and and the stories of the people who lived and worked on the estate.
Brougham Hall Guided Tours
Walking tour around Brougham Hall Highlighting it history and future.
Exploring Heritage Through Art: Abbot Hall Highlights
Curator tour(s): highlights of Abbot Hall Art Gallery – join Keeper of Collections Niall Hodson on a special tour of Abbot Hall Art Gallery. This 30-minute walkaround tour will introduce visitors to some of the highlights of Abbot Hall’s renowned art.
From Mill Workers to Makers: Farfield Mill
Celebrate Farfield Mill’s 25th anniversary during Heritage Open Days. Explore displays and exhibits revealing everyday working life through the ages, and discover stories of former mill workers and local history.
Guided Tours of Kendal Parish Church
Take a tour round Kendal Parish Church, Kendal's oldest building and the largest Church in the County. Learn some of its history its secrets and its stories as we take you round on a fun informative tour. Children's activities available.
Heritage tour - Allan Bank, Grasmere's first villa
Join a historic building conservator for a unique glimpse into the different phases of Allan Bank, Grasmere's first villa, from Wordsworth's time as the first tenant in 1808, to the present day.
Hidden Histories: Lives between the pages
Hawkshead Grammar School Museum and Library will be open free of charge with talks in our Historic Library examining the hidden stories between the pages of our book collection, and how we care for the books today.
Holy Trinity Church Kendal
Display of clergy copes and stoles.
Holy Trinity, Kendal Parish Church Bell Tower
Visit our magnificent Bell Tower. Climb to the ringing room and then to the bell chamber in the company of our Bell Captain and team of ringers.
Kendal Mayor's Parlour History Talks
This is a chance to view some of Kendal’s beautiful heritage items and to learn about the history of the town and how it has developed over the years. A relaxed talk with the opportunity to ask questions and handle some of the items.
Kendal Mayor's Parlour History Talks - Historic Art
This is a chance to view some of Kendal’s beautiful heritage items and to learn about the history of the town and how it has developed over the years. A relaxed talk with the opportunity to ask questions and handle some of the items.
Kendal Unitarian Chapel
Discover Kendal's oldest nonconformist chapel, built in 1720, with beautiful gardens including a unique Multi-faith Garden of Remembrance.
Low Borrowbridge Roman Fort and farm
A walk around the historic farmyard looking at the development of the site. Visit Low Borrowbridge Roman fort which is not normally open to the public.
Newland Charcoal Iron Furnace
Visitors get the chance to look around Newland Charcoal Iron Furnace. There will be an exhibition of the furnace's history and operation, and guided tours will be given to explain things further. There are a number of new exhibits on display
Organ Concert
As part of our fortnightly organ concerts come and hear an experienced organist make our organs sing.
Rookhow
Rookhow is a Grade II* listed 300 year old Quaker Meeting House in the Rusland Valley surrounded by 12 acres of ancient oak woodland. Come and learn about Rookhow's history and its current work with community groups.
Sedgwick Gunpowder Works Tour
Tour the ruins of Sedgwick gunpowder works. Learn about the gunpowder process, history of the area and the stories of local people.
St Andrew's Church, Penrith
This lovely Church is open from 0900 to 1700 and can be found in the centre of the town.
The 1940s at Townend
Celebrate Townend being opened by the National Trust in 1948 with two 1940s themed days.