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Swarthmoor Hall

Traditional English country garden surrounding a Grade II* C17 hall, the cradle of Quakerism. Cottage style borders, woodland garden, quiet garden dedicated to peaceful contemplation, ornamental vegetable garden and wildflower meadow with fabulous crocus display in late February/March.

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Swarthmoor Hall
Swarthmoor Hall
Swarthmoor Hall
Swarthmoor Hall
Swarthmoor Hall
Swarthmoor Hall

About Swarthmoor Hall

Traditional English country garden surrounding a Grade II* C17 hall, the cradle of Quakerism. Cottage style borders, woodland garden, quiet garden dedicated to peaceful contemplation, ornamental vegetable garden and wildflower meadow with fabulous crocus display in late February/March.

Location details

Swarthmoor Hall,
Ulverston,
Cumbria,
LA12 0JQ

Directions to Swarthmoor Hall
A590 to Ulverston. Turn off to Ulverston railway stn. Follow Brown/blue tourist signs to Hall. Rail 0.9m. NCR70 & 700 (1m).

Swarthmoor Hall openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £2.50
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-15:00

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £2.50
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-15:00

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £2.50
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £2.50
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • There is wheelchair access around one side of the hall and into all of the garden areas.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Swarthmoor Hall. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Swarthmoor Hall. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at Swarthmoor Hall are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Swarthmoor Hall seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.