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Discover one of the Oldest Houses in Lacock

Uncover the history of No 2 High Street, a home since the 15th century and now a National Trust holiday cottage.

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event

A chance to see inside one of the oldest complete houses in Lacock, not normally open to the public. Discover its history from medieval open hall to Victorian coffee tavern and then home to a post-mistress at the centre of village life.

Event is free but booking is advised. General admission to abbey and garden applies.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Children are welcome

Meeting point

Please go to No 2 High Street, Lacock, next to the Red Lion pub. Book online to guarantee entry or on the day ask at the house if any tickets are available.

Accessibility

There is a step on the ground floor from the dining room to the shower room and kitchen, otherwise the ground floor (including the bedroom) is on one level. There is a narrow stair case to the second floor.

Other

Admission to number 2 High Street is free, but normal admission applies to the Abbey grounds and Fox Talbot museum.

Upcoming events

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Spring Flower Count 

Spot the signs of spring as Lacock blooms into life for the new season.

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on
10 Feb to 31 Mar 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 49 other dates or times
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February Half Term at Lacock Abbey 

Get your wellies on and spot the early signs of spring at Lacock.

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on
15 Feb to 23 Feb 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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Easter Adventures at Lacock Abbey 

Have an Easter adventure at Lacock with fun for all the family. Explore the gardens, complete the activities and claim your chocolate egg.

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on
5 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 16 other dates or times
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Summer of Play 

Join a festival of fun in the parkland, transformed into a play hub for the summer holidays.

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on
26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 36 other dates or times