Wordsworth House has a changing programme of events for all the family, many of which are free with admission.

Come along and join us for an even-more action packed visit.

Summer half-term at Wordsworth House 24 to 31 May 2008
Fun for all the family!

Storytelling and skittles
Share a Story Month: Saturdays in May
Listen to Cumbrian ghost stories told by the maid and manservant.
Write your own story and enter it in our competition. Winning entries will be on display at the house and on the website.
Storytelling sessions on Saturday 24 & Saturday 31 May, from 12.00pm and 2.00pm.

Lovely lavender bags
Create your own sweet smelling lavender bag with flowers from our garden. A perfect gift for that special person in your life!
Drop in activity all day on Monday 26 and Thursday 29 May.

A bounty of Butterflies and bugs
Go butterfly mad in William's childhood garden and make a butterfly or bug mask!
Drop in activity 11am-1.00pm on Tuesday 27 and Friday 30 May.

Fabulous family portraits
Do you think you'd look gorgeous in a Georgian gown or terrific in a tricorn hat? Come and have a family portrait with a difference. A superb souvenir of how your family might have looked in a different age.
Admission and £5 for digital photos on Wednesday 28th May, at 11.00am-1.00pm and 2.00pm-3.30pm.

Tales of Georgian life
Talks every day at 2.30pm

Trails all week
Explore William's childhood home and garden and claim a small prize!

Thursday 5 June
World Environment Day talks
Talk on Georgian recycling - be inspired about how to do your bit to save the planet. Every little counts! Also, bring your bus ticket and claim your double discount on public transport!
Talks at 12.00pm and 2.30pm.

Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 June
Bike Week competition and discount
Cycle to Wordsworth House this week and not only can you claim a double public discount on your ticket but a chance to win a £20 National Trust voucher!

Saturday 19 July - Monday 1 September
Summer fun
Trails, tastings, craft activities, tours and competitions! Drop in for family activities all through the summer holidays.

Saturday 20 September - Sunday 5 October
British Food Fortnight
Come and see how the Georgians ate on high days and holidays. Extra special dishes will be created and on show every day. Drop in 11.00am-3.00pm.

Monday 22 September
World Car free day-talks and discounts!
How did John Wordsworth get to work? Learn about roads and transport in Georgian times before the car was invented. Bring your bus ticket and claim your double discount on public transport!
Talks at 12.00pm and 2.30pm.