Mirehouse, English country house in Bassenthwaite, England.
Mirehouse presents a grand residential structure with expansive gardens, positioned at the foot of Dodd near Bassenthwaite Lake in northern Cumbria.
Construction of the house began in 1666 under Charles Stanley, the 8th Earl of Derby, before changing ownership to Roger Greg in 1688.
The property maintains strong literary connections, receiving visits from notable poets including Alfred Lord Tennyson, Robert Southey, and Thomas Carlyle throughout its history.
Visitors can purchase tickets at The Old Sawmill Tearoom in Dodd Wood car park, with parking facilities available across the road from the entrance.
The grounds feature natural playgrounds integrated with woods, a dedicated poetry walk, and a bee garden that extends from the fellside to the lakeshore.
Location: Bassenthwaite
Address: Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QE CA12 4QE CA12 4QE
Phone: +441768772287
Email: info@mirehouse.com
Website: https://mirehouse.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 54.64460,-3.19195
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:01
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