WebAs you approach Townend - a traditional Lake District stone and slate farmhouse, you'll understand why Beatrix Potter described Troutbeck Valley as her favourite. Once inside, you are welcomed into the farmhouse … WebTownend married Jennifer Ann Lawson in 1963. The couple had two sons and two daughters. Outside politics, he listed his recreations as swimming and tennis. He lived in Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, and was a member of the Conservative-affiliated …

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WebSet within Troutbeck Valley in the heart of the Lake District, Townend may look like a typical slate-and-stone farmhouse – but its survival is anything but ordinary. This guidebook reflects the love and livelihood of the Brownes, who lived and worked at Townend for over 400 … WebTownend is a 17th-century house located in Troutbeck, in the civil parish of Lakes, near Windermere, Cumbria, England, and in the ownership of the National Trust. It was donated to the Trust in 1948. Prior to this it was the home of the Browne family, local farmers, for 400 years. Although not the sort of stately home usually associated with the National Trust, it … black history month 1999

Townend Guidebook - National Trust

WebTownend - National Trust. Typical Lakeland farmer's house from the seventeenth century with all original interiors, woodwork and domestic implements. Windermere Jetty. Hear tales of workers and boat owners, their lives and adventures, and discover the fascinating developments in design and technology that drove boat-building in the Lake District. WebAfter a very short distance, you will find yourself by a National Trust hut and on a small plateau where there is a lot of loose slate. Some of the slate has been used to create benches, mini tables, stone towers etc. and the plateau has delightful views of the fells. This is a great spot for a picnic. WebTownend is a museum in Windermere. The museum features exhibits related to: architecture. EN Townend - National Trust History & Anthropology Art & Design Townend Troutbeck LA23 1LB Windermere England View on map +44 15394 32628 Website Images of Townend Visitor information Townend Opening hours black history month 1998