House & Family History: William Wordsworth was born in this Georgian townhouse in 1770. Several rooms contain some of the poet's personal effects. Wordsworth's childhood garden, referred to in his autobiographical poem, "The Prelude," has been restored and is open to the public.
House Listed: Grade I
Park Listed: Not Listed
Past Seat / Home of: William Wordsworth, 18th-19th centuries.
Current Ownership Type: The National Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Visitor Attraction
House Open to Public: Yes
Phone: 01900-824-805
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Historic Houses Member: No