Swarthmoor Hall & Gardens
Swarthmoor Hall Lane, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0JQ
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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EV charging options
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Free parking
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Parkland / open spaces
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Picnic area
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Shop
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century country house set in beautiful gardens. It is known as the cradle of Quakerism, as it was here in 1652 that the movement was founded during a time of great religious and political turmoil. Historic rooms in the Hall are open to view and the turbulent history of the Hall and its inhabitants is retold in throughout the house. The different areas of the garden offer beautiful places to relax and lead to our wildflower meadow. The barn café continues the Hall’s centuries old reputation for hospitality, serving delicious sweet and savoury treats and here is a small gift shop.
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Opening Times
Swarthmoor Hall & Gardens opens to the public from Wednesday to Saturday, 10.30am to 3.30pm. The Historic House reopens for the 2026 season on Wednesday 18th March. The site is closed Sunday to Tuesday.
Please note that last entry to the Historic Hall is 3pm, and last orders at the café is 3.15pm.
Gardens and Grounds
The gardens and grounds are open during the same hours as the main site: Wednesday to Saturday, 10.30am to 3.30pm.
Special Events and Activities
Quaker Pilgrimages – 'In Fox's Footsteps' 1652 Country Quaker Pilgrimage
Guided pilgrimages will take place in June and September (specific dates to be confirmed). Please contact the site for current pricing and booking details.
Meeting for Worship
A regular monthly Meeting for Worship is held on the last Thursday of each month at 11am. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday 30th April.
Hall & Gardens
Adult – £8.00
17 and under free
Gardens only
Adult £2.50
17 and under free
Historic Houses Members Free upon presentation of membership card.
Swarthmoor Hall welcomes group visits and can provide refreshments as well as guided tours of the house. Please contact [email protected] for bookings, prices and availability.
Getting here
Swarthmoor Hall Lane, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0JQ
Swarthmoor Hall is situated on the outskirts of Ulverston, a historic market town at the edge of the English Lake District. The Hall is a 30 minute drive from junction 36 of the M6 motorway and a 15 minute walk from Ulverston train station.
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