Wordsworth Grasmere

Absolutely amazing! Would love to visit again. Our guide was a very sweet girl and explained things well. Got very emotional thinking of the days when William and Dorothy were together here and created so many wonderful memories. Being a literature student, I enjoyed every moment here, the house, the table by the window where he sat and wrote. Every thing there reminded me of the past and I would love to walk on the same path again someday.

Our visit to Dove Cottage was one of the most moving experiences of our Lake District trip. The tour was beautifully delivered by Holly, whose passion and confidence brought Wordsworth’s world to life. As newlyweds, we were touched when she kindly offered to take our photo on the bench in the garden such a thoughtful gesture that made the visit even more memorable, it was one of the best photo of our honeymoon. The Wordsworth film at the beginning brought everything together and genuinely moved us. A deeply emotional and inspiring experience we’ll never forget.

What a dream come true moment for me!! Wordsworth is an absolute favourite of mine and visiting Grasmere, Lake district is like a pilgrimage for me. The cottage is kept beautifully and the museum is small but interesting. I recommend that u take the 10am or 10.40am tour to avoid crowds. The staff is pleasant and kind

Absolutely utterly impressed with the accessibility within this place. As an ex SEND teacher who has ADHD I was completely blown away by the attention of care for any young learners with additional needs. There were sensory bags with toys, sensory walks, ear defenders, social stories (which even myself as a 34 year old found helpful) and plenty of activities throughout. It was also great to see wheelchair access. Thank you so much for such attention to care! It is very rare to see this but it made me feel valued as i contemplated carrying some sensory toys for myself!

Absolutely superb experience. Modern museum and cafe tastefully hidden behind local rock frontage next to Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable about William and Dorothy and could answer all sorts of questions. A 20 minute video with actors really sets the scene and captures in both a contemporary and modern way the joy of nature that inspired the Wordsworths to poetry. The cottage has contemporary furniture and they allow you to touch and pick up objects (National Trust take note) that makes it feel like Wordsworth had just stepped out for a moment in 1800. I loved sitting in the window seat looking at the fireplace and reading a copy of one of his letters. Afterwards a walk up their small garden and looking out at mountains that they looked at. Simply brilliant. Highly recommended.

Well worth a visit for anyone interested in poetry. Lots to do for Children as well.

Great place of interest, guided tour, very informative. Museum is excellent. Car park. Toilets. Cafe.

Lovely house and museum. Well worth a visit. And the town is gorgeous too.