Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal

Name: Abbot Hall Art Gallery
Address: Abbot Hall Art Gallery Kirkland, Kendal, LA9 5AL, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1539 722464

#3 among attractions in Kendal

Top attraction, Museum, Art gallery, Art museum

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Facts and practical information

Abbot Hall Art Gallery is a museum and gallery in Kendal, England. Abbot Hall was built in 1759 by Colonel George Wilson, the second son of Daniel Wilson of Dallam Tower, a large house and country estate nearby. It was built on the site of the old Abbot’s Hall, roughly where the museum is today. Before the Dissolution of the Monasteries this was where the Abbot or his representative would stay when visiting from the mother house of St Mary's Abbey, York. The architect is unknown. During the early twentieth century the Grade I listed building was dilapidated and has been restored as an art gallery. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 54°19'23"N, 2°44'38"W

Address

Abbot Hall Art Gallery KirklandKendal LA9 5AL United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1539 722464

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Day trips

Abbot Hall Art Gallery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kendal Castle, Kendal Town Hall, Museum of Lakeland Life, Kendal Museum.

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Forts and castles, Historical place, View point
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City hall
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Museum, History museum, Historical place
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0.4 miN
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
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~1860 ftN
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
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Forts and castles
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Church
Kendal Parish Church, Kendal
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Forts and castles
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Abbot Hall Art Gallery open?

Abbot Hall Art Gallery is open:

Monday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Abbot Hall Art Gallery?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Lakeland Life, Kendal (1 min walk), Kendal Parish Church, Kendal (6 min walk), The Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal (6 min walk), Kendal Town Hall, Kendal (8 min walk).

How to get to Abbot Hall Art Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Abbot Hall Art Gallery:

Bus

Kirkland • Lines: 41, 41A, 552, 555, 567, 755, 99, X6 (3 min walk)
Highgate • Lines: 41, 41A, 552, 555, 567, 755, 99, X6 (4 min walk)

Train

Kendal (17 min walk)