Mirehouse & Gardens
Mirehouse & Gardens
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
About
Lovely grounds open to visitors for things to do on a full day out, set in a stunning location between Skiddaw and Bassenthwaite Lake. Visitors of all ages welcome to enjoy, lakeside scenery, and peaceful gardens. The Poetry Walk links the literary connections to Mirehouse in the beautiful terraced gardens. The tranquil Bee Garden is home to plants and flowers particularly selected to entice bees and butterflies and provides plenty of space for quiet reflection.
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KrisCarl634
Barham, UK6 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
What an absolute wonderful place to visit. We visited the house and the welcome was warm and genuine. Hunting the owls was good fun and we learnt so much of the history from the owner. We did the lakeside walk, which was lovely. Would highly recommend the house and gardens for all ages.
Written 1 November 2023
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Thank you for this lovely review - a perfect one to end our season with!
Written 23 November 2023
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Paul C
2 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
A little gem. The house is lovely and it was super to meet the owners and be shown the six secret drawers in the bureau and be allowed to play one of their two gongs as well as seeking out the owls. Very highly recommended for a family day out with activities for both young and old, within and without the house. Beautiful gardens and walks.
Written 26 September 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review and your visit. We really appreciate it
Written 6 October 2023
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Lyn5min
56 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Beautiful location at the foot of Dodd wood, parking is provided by forestry commission ampr cost 5.25 for about three hours. Parking spaces limited so go early peak season if you want a space.
You buy ticket for house or gardens at old sawmill cafe.
Lots of free trails in woods in Dodd wood. Also free toilets on site.
Or pay £20 for family of five to walk the grounds of mire house and there are lots of little things for families of different ages to do with a lovely circular walk to a church and the lake. Not too far. We though it was good value for money.
You pay more to see the house which is only open on certain days and afternoons from 1:30.
We stopped at cafe next to car park- which does not have many seats outside so we were lucky nb. we had two Dogs with us, food was reasonable price and tasty. Staff were friendly but obviously very busy with tickets and food made for a bit of a queue. Would recommend- but have some patience on busy days.
You buy ticket for house or gardens at old sawmill cafe.
Lots of free trails in woods in Dodd wood. Also free toilets on site.
Or pay £20 for family of five to walk the grounds of mire house and there are lots of little things for families of different ages to do with a lovely circular walk to a church and the lake. Not too far. We though it was good value for money.
You pay more to see the house which is only open on certain days and afternoons from 1:30.
We stopped at cafe next to car park- which does not have many seats outside so we were lucky nb. we had two Dogs with us, food was reasonable price and tasty. Staff were friendly but obviously very busy with tickets and food made for a bit of a queue. Would recommend- but have some patience on busy days.
Written 24 August 2023
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Thank you for your visit and lovely review
Written 30 August 2023
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lisadal
Wickford, UK27 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Stunning walks and scenery - went with my husband and our dog - beautiful place. Didn’t go into house as wasn’t open on the day we went and had the dog anyhow but well worth the visit. Had a lovely coffee and a piece of cake after at the old mill tea room.
Written 12 August 2023
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Thank you so much
Written 30 August 2023
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Kathryn
United Kingdom88 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Came across this little gem by luck. The gardens are kept in such great condition and we spent all afternoon here. So much to see and lots of places to explore. Very dog friendly too :)
Written 6 August 2023
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Thank you so much
Written 7 August 2023
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Rachel M
4 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
This is indeed a hidden gem. We visited with children aged 6 and 8. We were glad we did the walk around the grounds the wrong way with the adventure playgrounds at the end or we would never have left the playgrounds the kids had so much fun. The house was really interesting and the piano playing and lace ladies (where we were able to try making lace) were an added bonus. There was a quiz to keep the kids busy. The grounds are beautiful and we enjoyed the views and being right next to the lake.
Written 26 July 2023
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Thank you for your visit and your lovely review
Written 7 August 2023
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lemmiso
Durham, UK78 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We took a picnic and sat in the woods. It was really beautiful. The children loved the different play areas. The staff in the house were really friendly and gave the children activities to do while looking around the house. Thank you for a wonderful day out.
Written 21 July 2023
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Thank you for your kind words and lovely review - come again!
Written 22 July 2023
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YorkshireYeoman
Cambridge, UK11 contributions
Jul 2023
A lovely estate on the shore of Bassenthwaite. The grounds are beautiful to walk and sit in, with great views and interesting plants. The house (open two afternoons per week) is superbly maintained and has fascinating collections. The owners and guides are helpful and informative. Free entry for members of Historic Houses.
Written 9 July 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review and your visit
Written 14 July 2023
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Phil
Cardiff, UK173 contributions
Jun 2023
This is a family home opened up to the public on two days a week and Sundays in August. A fascinating tour looking at how the other half lived and if you're lucky there will be a lady playing the piano to enjoy. Friendly and helpful staff.
Also, there are large gardens to explore including the small St Beda's Church, apparently the oldest in the Lake District. It is still used once a month for services but you may have to dodge the sheep to get there, although not easy for anyone with limited mobility with gravel and uneven paths at the site.
There is a lake and gardens to enjoy. I'd recommend visiting this attraction when the house is open.
Also, there are large gardens to explore including the small St Beda's Church, apparently the oldest in the Lake District. It is still used once a month for services but you may have to dodge the sheep to get there, although not easy for anyone with limited mobility with gravel and uneven paths at the site.
There is a lake and gardens to enjoy. I'd recommend visiting this attraction when the house is open.
Written 29 June 2023
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Thank you for your kind review
Written 14 July 2023
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rokers19
Durham, UK55 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Disappointing. No-one checked our tickets and it cost £5.50 each to basically walk through woods. One garden, curiously named the "Bee Garden", was unimpressive.
Bear in mind that there is no vehicular access to the house except for disabled visitors; you have to pay to park in the cctv-controlled Forestry car park opposite ((£1.85 first hour and then 45p per 15 mins), from where you also buy tickets, then walk down the drive. Then you are continually aware of the clocking-up of parking fees, hardly a relaxing visit.
Don't bother; there are tons of better woodland walks in the beautiful area for free.
Bear in mind that there is no vehicular access to the house except for disabled visitors; you have to pay to park in the cctv-controlled Forestry car park opposite ((£1.85 first hour and then 45p per 15 mins), from where you also buy tickets, then walk down the drive. Then you are continually aware of the clocking-up of parking fees, hardly a relaxing visit.
Don't bother; there are tons of better woodland walks in the beautiful area for free.
Written 9 June 2023
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Thank you for your visit
Written 14 June 2023
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Kathryn B
35 contributions
Are the gardens accessible with wheelchair ?
Mirehouse
Keswick, UK
Thank you for getting in touch. Yes most of the gardens (Bee Garden and round the house) and part of the lakeside walk are accessible with an outdoor wheelchair (gravel paths). Please ask for an access leaflet when you buy tickets at The Old Sawmill Tearoom. You are welcome to park in front of the house even if you are only visiting the gardens. Enjoy your visit
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