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Gawthorpe Hall

Type:Historic House

Burnley Road, Padiham, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 8SD

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Gawthorpe Hall is an Elizabethan gem in the heart of industrial Lancashire. It was redesigned in the 1850s by Sir Charles Barry, architect of the Houses of Parliament and Highclere Castle where Downton Abbey was set. 

 

The Hall's beautiful interiors show life as it was in the Victorian era for the Kay-Shuttleworth family who resided at Gawthorpe for almost 400 years. Discover the history of the house, the family and famous visitors such as writers Charlotte Bronte and Elizabeth Gaskell. The Hall and family also inspired contemporary author, Stacey Halls, who set her 2019 bestselling novel The Familiars at Gawthorpe.&...Read More

Gawthorpe Hall is an Elizabethan gem in the heart of industrial Lancashire. It was redesigned in the 1850s by Sir Charles Barry, architect of the Houses of Parliament and Highclere Castle where Downton Abbey was set. 

 

The Hall's beautiful interiors show life as it was in the Victorian era for the Kay-Shuttleworth family who resided at Gawthorpe for almost 400 years. Discover the history of the house, the family and famous visitors such as writers Charlotte Bronte and Elizabeth Gaskell. The Hall and family also inspired contemporary author, Stacey Halls, who set her 2019 bestselling novel The Familiars at Gawthorpe. 

 

With views across to Pendle Hill, gardens for play and woodland for adventure, it’s a wonderful day out for everyone. There are creative trails and activities for families to enjoy and an exhibitions and events programme throughout the year including outdoor theatre, artist-led textile workshops and talks.   

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Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult Ticket£7.00 per ticket
Guided Tour£8.00 per ticket

Accompanied children free (up to 18 years old)
National Trust members free.
For group bookings or guided tours please contact us to discuss your needs

Opening Times

2025 2 Apr 2025 - 2 Nov 2025
DayTimes
Monday - TuesdayClosed
Wednesday - Sunday12:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday12:00 - 17:00

* Last entry 4.15pm.

Events

Wednesday, 2nd April 2025 - Sunday, 2nd November 2025

An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600sAn exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family.
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Friday, 4th April 2025 - Friday, 4th April 2025

Talk on The Civil Wars in Lancashire 1642 to 1651
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Wednesday, 16th April 2025 - Wednesday, 16th April 2025

Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 - Wednesday, 23rd April 2025

Easter Bunny Crafts (or the Hoppy-copter!)
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Sunday, 20th April 2025 - Sunday, 20th April 2025

Easter Bunny Trail at Gawthorpe HallGawthorpe's bunnies have escaped into the grounds, can you help us find them this Easter?
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Monday, 5th May 2025 - Monday, 5th May 2025

Meet the Housekeeper in the Victorian kitchen at Gawthorpe HallDiscover Gawthorpe Hall's basement kitchen and meet the housekeeper. 
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Wednesday, 14th May 2025 - Wednesday, 14th May 2025

Getting dressed in the early 1600s: a talk exploring Jacobean clothes. at Gawthorpe HallDo you know a ruff from a coif, a partlet from a rebato? 
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Saturday, 17th May 2025 - Saturday, 17th May 2025

Painting Padiham at Gawthorpe HallThis popular outdoor painting event returns with professional and amateur artists painting live in the grounds of the Hall and around Padiham town centre.
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Wednesday, 28th May 2025 - Wednesday, 28th May 2025

Marvellous Mosaics – half term crafty fun
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Friday, 30th May 2025 - Friday, 30th May 2025

Make a charm pendant at Gawthorpe HallGet creative and make your own charm pendant in this workshop. 
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Saturday, 7th June 2025 - Saturday, 7th June 2025

Sunday, 8th June 2025 - Sunday, 8th June 2025

The 1635 Household at Gawthorpe Hall
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Saturday, 21st June 2025 - Saturday, 21st June 2025

Creative Writing Workshop
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Saturday, 26th July 2025 - Saturday, 26th July 2025

Outdoor theatre – Treasure Island
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Friday, 19th September 2025 - Friday, 19th September 2025

Opening the Doors to 17th century embroidered caskets and cabinets.
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Gradings

  • VAQAS VB Attraction
  • VAQAS VB Attraction

Awards

  • Sub-Regional AwardsPartner of Visit Lancashire Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018

Directions

Road Directions

From M65 Junction 8, follow the signs to Padiham town centre, then travel out of Padiham towards Burnley. Gawthorpe Hall is on the main Padiham to Burnley road, on the left hand side.

Public Transport Directions

The Burnley & Pendle Mainline Bus stops at the end of the driveway to the Hall on Burnley Road/Victoria Road, Padiham (from Burnley Bus Station).Rail: To Burnley Barracks and Burnley, Manchester Road stations.

Facilities

Other

  • Event Venue
  • Family Fun
  • Outdoor
  • Toilets

Establishment Features

  • Disabled Access/Toilets

Parking & Transport

  • Coaches Welcome
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside

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