Welcome to Erasmus Darwin House

frontage.jpgOpening times for Visitors

From 1st April 2010-31st October 2010:

  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday to Sunday: 11 to 5pm
    last admission to the house 4.15pm
  • Admission: £3.00 adult, £2.00 Concessions
    Children £1.00, Family £6.00
Please be aware that, on occasion, the House may be closed to visitors when special functions are being held. If you are travelling from a distance please call beforehand to check opening times (Office manned Mon-Fri
9-5pm).

There are two visitor entrances. From Beacon Street, go through the green gatese on the right-hand side of the House. Or from the Close, go through a passage way opposite the west front of the Cathedral and then through the herb garden. Both routes will bring you to a door at the rear of the House, where a member of our volunteer staff will welcome you.

Take a moment to look round the maturing herb garden at the rear, and enjoy the recognisable culinary smells of this secluded spot in this ancient part of the City.

All public parts of the building have wheelchair access and comfort facilities for less mobile people.

THE MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED FOR WEDDINGS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:

 

SATURDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

We apologise for any inconvenience .

 

Watch out for exciting new Family Activities! We are currently putting together a programme to include Toddlers@ Erasmus Darwin House (TEDs) for the 2-4yrs olds.Book now for our taster session on September 22nd!

 Science on Saturdays- a monthly Saturday morning termtime session for 7-11year olds.More information available at Heritage Open Weekend September 18/19th

 Contact Office for details and to reserve a place.

Education News!

We can offer some FREE drama workshops to schools in October 2010.

Fired Up Theatre are offering half day drama workshops for Y5 groups(All South Staffordshire schools eligible) October 4th-8th-morning and afternoon sessions.Professional actors and interactive workshops will enhance skills in a wide range of subjects whilst also learning about local history.

TWO SESSIONS REMAINING!

Children will work in small groups. Maximum 30 at each workshop. Contact the Office for further details

Book for the FREE DRAMA workshops and , at the same time, book a school visit to the House for your Y6 at HALF PRICE!

 

 

 

 

 

Contacts

Enquiries to: enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org

ERASMUS DARWIN HOUSE
Beacon Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire   WS13 7AD
Tel: 01543 306260 Fax: 01543 306261

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