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This imposing medieval manor house stands proudly at the gateway to the Lake District and has been home to the Strickland family for more than 800 years. Unearth their story through Sizergh’s rare Elizabethan artistry and diverse collection of over 2,400 objects, collected by 26 generations of Stricklands - including the internationally renowned Inlaid Chamber and rare Flemish tapestries in the Library. Follow the children’s scallop trail in the house to get to know the Stricklands better.
There’s also plenty to discover all year round on the 1,600-acre estate – look out for fritillary butterflies, deer and rare hawfinches. Pull on your walking shoes and explore the wider countryside around Sizergh with its ancient woodland, farmland, wetland and abundance of wildlife, as well as a wild play trail for families to enjoy. The accessible Holeslack trail runs through ancient woodland, traditional Westmorland orchards and historic farmland, and is suitable for Trampers, wheelchairs, buggies and little legs.
If you’d rather relax in gardens, there’s lots to see - a mirror lake, colourful herbaceous borders, a working kitchen garden, apple orchards and a limestone rock garden. Complex and varied, the garden areas at Sizergh are interlinked and together tell the story of this family garden which has developed over 800 years. Explore the Rock Garden, Stumpery and Orchard: home to four national collections of hardy ferns, plus the Dutch Garden, Kitchen Garden and herbaceous border. There are benches and space to bring a picnic outside the Visitor Centre and near the Knoll.
The contemporary café is open every day and serves hot meals, drinks and snacks using seasonal produce grown in the garden. The shop sells locally made products, home accessories, sweets, plants, toys and gifts. In the second hand bookshop, located in the historic Great Barn, you’ll find pre-loved thrillers, autobiographies, cookbooks, DVDs, CDs and children's books.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Garden only – adult (18+) | £10.00 per person |
| Garden only – child (5-17, under 5s go free) | £5.00 per person |
| Garden only – family (1 adult, 2 children) | £15.00 per person |
| Garden only – family (2 adults, up to 3 children) | £25.00 per person |
| House and garden (March-October) – adult (18+) | £7.00 per person |
| House and garden (March-October) – child (5-17) | £7.00 per person |
| House and garden (March-October) – family | £35.00 per person |
| House and garden (March-October) – family | £21.00 per person |
Entry for National Trust Members is free.
From the M6, exit at junction 36, take the A590 towards Kendal, then come off at the Barrow-in-Furness turning. Follow the brown signs, one of which comes quickly after the Brettargh Holt roundabout so please be aware you should be in the right hand lane. Parking: 250 yards from the main entrance. Parking is free for members and you can join us by visiting reception, or pay for parking using the machine.
On foot
There are many footpaths to the Sizergh estate, including a trail that starts in Kendal and follows the River Kent. The network of paths also includes Levens (1.3 m/27 mins), Brigsteer (1.3 m/27 mins), Kendal (3.25m/1 hr 45mins). The Lake District Boundary Walk passes near the pedestrian entrance.
Cycling
National Cycle Route 70 passes by our main gate, and connects to Oxenholme station along low traffic country lanes. From Kendal, take cycle Route 6 to meet National Cycle Route 70. More information about National Cycle Route 70
Route 70 (also known as the “Walney to Wear”) starts in Barrow-in-Furness and passes through Ulverston, Cartmel and Grange-over-Sands before reaching Sizergh. Electric bike hire is also available through partners Ease-E-Ride - collect an e-bike from Arnside train station or from Sizergh. Find out more about exploring car-free
By bus
Regular buses operated by Stagecoach pass the estate which connect to Kendal, Lancaster, Barrow and the Lake District. From Kendal, take the hourly X6 bus or the 555, 755, 551 and 530 bus services to the Heaves / Brettagh stop (ask the bus driver for Sizergh). Plan your car-free visit with Good Journey and enjoy a free regular size hot drink when you show your bus ticket: Find out more about exploring car-free
All bus timetables available here
Once at the Heaves/Brettagh take care crossing this busy road and use the crossing place. Continue walking in the direction of the bus, and then turn right down Nannypie Lane following the brown sign to Sizergh Castle. Take care on this country lane. Walk past the Strickland Arms pub and continue along the driveway to Sizergh (20 mins walk). Visit the Stagecoach website or download the Stagecoach app for real time travel information.
By train
The closest train station is Oxenholme which is 11 minutes (4.4 miles) in a taxi to Sizergh, or a 23 minute (4.2 mile) cycle ride along predominantly traffic-free country lanes via the villages of Natland and Sedgwick. There are connections at Oxenholme from Glasgow, Carlisle, Crewe, Birmingham and London. Kendal station is 5.1 miles from Sizergh. You can easily get a taxi from Oxenholme or Kendal stations to Sizergh using local companies Lakeside (01539 239 239) or Blue Star Taxis (01539 723670). Find out more about exploring car-free
| Carpark (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 09:00 | - 19:00 |
| Garden, café and shop (March to November) (1 Mar 2025 - 30 Nov 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| House (18 Mar 2025 - 2 Nov 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday - Sunday | 12:00 | - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Open | |
| Garden, café and shop (November to March) (1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Winter at Sizergh – light trail, house, café and shop (21 Nov 2025 - 24 Dec 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 12:00 | - 20:00 |
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