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Blackwell Arts and Crafts House

Bowness-on-Windermere LA23 3JT, England
015394 46139
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Maldon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

This is a rather overused phrase, but Blackwell is really a gem. What makes it more poingnant is that it could so easilly have been lost to us (as the public). It is very original but the best thing is that you are allowed to walk around it like a grown up and at your own pace. You are surrounded... More

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Auckland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Well that was a great review of the car park, how about the attraction, wasn.t that great, didn't you find it interesting, or did you only go to the car park??

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Leyland, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Visted this place yesterday and was disgusted to see a sign in the car parks say Only service dogs will be allowed in the home and grounds. Please make sure all other dogs are safely in cars. While i can understand only service dogs being allowed to ask for all other dogs to be left in cars was just palin... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Loved the architecture and furnishings, especially the stained glass windows and intricate woodwork. Nice gift shop and tea room as well.

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UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

If you're interested in design and architecture, especially the Arts and Crafts period, a trip to Blackwell is unmissable. The house - large but not gigantic - is fairly sparsely furnished to allow you to examine the beautiful fixtures. Small changing exhibitions are of a high quality, as are the contemporary crafts. The tea room is lovely too.

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UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

If at all interested in the Arts and Craft movement it's a must see. The property is so lovely , inside and out , with breathtaking views down to the lake. If you have paid to veiw the house use the cafeteria facility and enjoy your purchases outside in the grounds .

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

A beautiful house in an unusual but creative style. If you like Rene Macintosh you will love Blackwell House.

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Wirral
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Excellent position in grounds overlooking Lake Windermere. Some beautiful stained glass windows. The main hall would be improved by having some furniture in it. The white room was a delight as was the dining room. The little cafe served excellent coffee and the staff were very pleasant.

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Leicestershire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

What a fabulous Arts & Crafts house. I loved the white drawing room which has spectacular views across the lake. Whilst it's quite a grand house it's still got that homely feel to it. The day we visited there was wall to wall sunshine and the house was flooded with sunlight - absolutely glorious.

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England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

This Arts and Crafts house is to be found in beautiful countryside. The inside is gorgeous and the views across Windermere lake absolutely breathtaking. There are small gardens and a delightful tea room. It is a Grade one listed property, so although there is a ramp and a lift not all areas are accessible for those who cannot climb stairs.

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