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Acorn Bank

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At Acorn Bank near Temple Sowerby, the National Trust operates a water mill dating back to 1597. Surrounding the mill is a superb walled garden notable for its profusion of spring blooms, especially daffodils and wood anemones, plus a sunken garden, and a world-famous collection of culinary and medicinal herbs.
Historic Property: A partially restored watermill dating back to 1597 is featured in this sheltered garden surrounded by ancient oaks.
Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, England, CA10 1SP

About Acorn Bank
Attraction Type: Garden
Location: 6 miles E of Penrith on the A66
Website: Acorn Bank
Email: acornbank@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 017683 61893
Fax: 017683 66824
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Nearest Towns and Villages Edenhall - 3.9 miles away Penrith - 6.2 miles away Great Salkeld - 6.7 miles away Appleby - 8.3 miles away Kirkoswald - 8.9 miles away Pooley Bridge - 9.2 miles away Glenridding - 15.6 miles away Kirkby Stephen - 15.7 miles away

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Herb Garden

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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

The Haybarn - 3.3 miles from Acorn Bank Kirkland, Cumbria Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £535

Shearers Cottage - 3.3 miles from Acorn Bank Kirkland, Cumbria Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £385

Stables Cottage - 3.3 miles from Acorn Bank Kirkland, Cumbria Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £335

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Nearest Hotels

Temple Sowerby House Hotel - 0.6 miles from Acorn Bank Culgaith, Cumbria Stay from: £90.00

Temple Sowerby House Hotel & Restaurant - 0.8 miles from Acorn Bank Penrith, Cumbria Stay from: £100.00

Edenhall Country Hotel - 4 miles from Acorn Bank Penrith, Cumbria Stay from: £60.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Marton House - 3.7 miles from Acorn Bank Long Marton, Cumbria From: £70.00

Glendale Guest House - 6.4 miles from Acorn Bank Penrith, Cumbria From: £35.00

Royal Oak Inn - 7 miles from Acorn Bank Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria From: £49.00

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Penrith
Tourist Information Centre
Robinsons School
Middlegate
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA11 7PT
Tel: 01768 867466
Fax: 01768 891754
Email: pen.tic@eden.gov.uk
Web: http://www.visiteden.co.uk/
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