Wordsworth Grasmere
Wordsworth Grasmere is a national museum & exhibition in Cumbria, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £14 · Child £0 · Family £28 Official site: under-5s free; family tickets available (including a single-adult family ticket). Child-friendly café with baby change. Dove Cottage, Grasmere LA22 9SH. Current prices are on the visit page, so the figures here are from listings. |
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| Opening times | Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm. |
| Best time to go | Any day. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast. |
| Best ages | Most suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children Under-5s free; best for 8+ who enjoy stories and history. |
| If it rains | Mostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest |
| Food | Child-friendly café. |
| Money saver | Many are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day. |
| Top tips | Dove Cottage and museum; children often free. |
| What to pack | Snacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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