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An unpretentious, solid two-storey 17th century house with 18th and 19th century additions, Mirehouse has been sold only once, in 1688. The house is in the central Lake District and reflects the history of the area. It was connected with William Wordsworth, Robert Southey, Alfred Tennyson, John Constable and Thomas Carlyle. Interesting collection of paintings and manuscripts.
2010: Apr-Oct: Gardens & Tearoom: daily, 10am-5.30pm. House: Suns & Weds (also Fris in Aug), 2-5pm (4.30pm last entry). Groups (15+) welcome by appointment.
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Mirehouse has only been sold once, in 1688. It remains a family home, connected by friendship with Tennyson, Wordsworth, Southey, Constable among others. Four woodland playgrounds, Poetry walk and heather maze in the gardens. Open on limited days, with groups on other days by appointment. | Tailor Made Facilities | | Visits to House | Yes | | Visits to Garden | Yes | | Other Events | Negotiable | | Light Refreshments | Yes | | Lunch | Yes | | Dinner | No |
| Contact Details | | Contact: | | Janaki Spedding | | Address: | | Mirehouse | | Town: | | Keswick | | County: | | Cumbria | | Postcode: | | CA12 4QE | | Phone: | | 017687 72287 | | Email: | | info@mirehouse.com |
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