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An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s

An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Discover the world of Gawthorpe Hall in the early 1600s when Richard and Fleetwood Shuttleworth lived here with their 12 children through this exciting new exhibition. Based around the original account books which give a glimpse into what the family bought, ate, where they travelled to and more. It also includes new information about the Lancashire witches and rarely seen objects of the period, including the Bourne Casket an embroidered workbox from the 1660s.

Please note the event will be open on bank holidays - 21 April, 5 May, 26 May and 25 August.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Family friendly event.

Accessibility

Exhibition is in the Nursery on second floor of Gawthorpe Hall, due to the historic nature of the building there is no lift. Please see the Access Statement for details.

Contact info

Lancashire County Council

Upcoming events

Event

Meet the Housekeeper in the Victorian kitchen 

Explore the Victorian kitchen of Gawthorpe Hall the heart of the home, where the housekeeper is in charge.

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on
5 May 2025
at
12:00 to 16:00
Event

Getting dressed in the early 1600s – a talk exploring Jacobean clothes. 

Do you know a ruff from a coif, a partlet from a rebato? If not then this talk is for you and will give you everything you need to know (and more) about costume and dress in the early Jacobean period.

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on
14 May 2025
at
13:00 to 14:30
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Painting Padiham at Gawthorpe Hall 

The popular outdoor painting event returns with professional and amateur artists painting live in the grounds of the Hall and around Padiham town centre.

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on
17 May 2025
at
12:00 to 17:00
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Marvellous Mosaics – half term crafty fun 

Be inspired by the Victorian tiles and decoration around Gawthorpe Hall to make your own mosaic.

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on
28 May 2025
at
12:00 to 16:00