Cragside House, Gardens & Estate
Things to do in Northumberland Scottish Borders
Historical-Buildings in Scotland
Description: The home of Lord Armstrong, the Victorian engineer and landscape genius. The living exhibition of the development of technology within the home. The first house in the world to be lit by electricity. Extensive gardens, walks and a labyrinth and play area for the children.
Ownership:
National Trust
Situation � OS ref: NU 074022
How to get there:
By car: Off the B6341 Alnwick to Rothbury road some half mile from Rothbury. Signposted.
By public transport: Regular bus service passes the entrance.
Seasonal opening details (2005):
House: 22nd March to 25th September, Tuesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays.
Gardens and Estate: 22nd March to 30th October Wednesday to Sunday; also 2nd November to 18th December, Wednesday to Sunday
Opening Hours:
House: 22nd March to 25th Sept - 1pm to 5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm),
Gardens: 22nd March to 30th October - 10.30am to 7pm (last entry 5pm), 2nd Nov to 18th December � (Wednesday to Sunday) - 11am to 4pm.
Facilities:
Picnic areas, restaurant, refreshments, shop, dogs welcome, adventure playground.
Admission:
House: Adult �8.50, Child �4, Family �20 (2+3).
Gardens and Estate only: Adult �5.70, Child �2.60, Family �14.
Group rates available.
Contact:
Tel: 01669 620150 or 620333
Attached attractions:
Forty miles of footpaths through this huge estate.
Additional Information
House partly accessible for wheelchairs � lift to 1st floor.
Shop and restaurant fully accessible
Web link: (where appropriate):
Places to stay nearby:
Northumberland
Local towns and villages:
Rothbury
Alnwick
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