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Rydal Mount & Gardens, Ambleside, Cumbria

Rydal Mount & Gardens
Ambleside
Cumbria

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Rydal Mount Home of William Wordsworth from 1813 - 1850.

Open Summer: March - October 9.30 - 5.00pm
Winter: November, December & February 10.00 - 4.00pm
Wednesdays - Sundays 11am - 4pm
Winter: Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, Christmas Day, Boxing Day & all of January

Group bookings by arrangement in the winter.
Free Parking

Nestling between the beautiful fells, Lake Windermere and Rydal Water lies the 'most beloved' home of William Wordsworth from 1813 - 1850. Now the home of his direct descendants visitors can wander through the house and the extensive gardens landscaped by the poet.

'Nowhere on earth have I ever seen a spot of more perfect and enjoyable beauty' wrote Dr Thomas Arnold.

A souvenir shop offers a variety of books and gifts.

More Attractions nearby

Ambleside Roman Fort (0.22 miles)

Homes of Football (0.30 miles)

Stagshaw Gardens (0.55 miles)

Armitt Collection (0.67 miles)

Lake District Visitor Centre (The) (1.82 miles)

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