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National Trust Lacock Abbey, country house and village, 800 years in the making and the Home of Photography We welcome feedback – both positive and negative.
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Set in rural Wiltshire, Lacock village is famous for its picturesque streets, historic buildings and more recently as a film and television location. Now is your chance to follow in the footsteps of Harry Potter, Elizabeth Bennet and the residents of Cranford. The Abbey, located at the heart of the village within its own woodland grounds, is a quirky country house of various architectural styles, built upon the foundations of a former nunnery. Experience the atmosphoric medieval rooms and cloister court, giving a sense of the abbey's monastic past. In the museum learn about the achievements of fascinating former Lacock resident, William Henry Fox Talbot, famous for his contributions to the invention of photography.

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October half term is round the corner and we've been getting the spooky nature themed activities ready. Go on a crunchy-...
14/10/2026

October half term is round the corner and we've been getting the spooky nature themed activities ready.

Go on a crunchy-leaf walk in the woodland where you'll find spooky activities to try - pick up a clue sheet in the Bothy and see how many bats you can find hanging out in the trees.

The Bothy is a cosy place to hang out whether you're a bat or not! Find a cosy book nook and borrow a story to escape into. Where will your imagination take you?

All activities included in the cost of general admission. Half term fun runs from October 22 - November 1.

Thinking about mulled drinks for cosy season? Pop into the High Street shop Saturday 10 October from 12pm for free tasti...
08/10/2026

Thinking about mulled drinks for cosy season? Pop into the High Street shop Saturday 10 October from 12pm for free tastings with Harry's C***r.

The shop has a lovely selection of autumnal gifts and treats, with every penny you spend going back into looking after the special places in the National Trust's care.

The High Street Shop are looking for friendly, welcoming individuals to join the team as they prepare for the busiest ti...
04/10/2026

The High Street Shop are looking for friendly, welcoming individuals to join the team as they prepare for the busiest time of the shopping year 🎄

This is a fixed term contract until March 2027. Deadline to apply 11 October.

Apply via the National Trust Jobs website and search reference: IRC180175, or click here: https://bit.ly/4AMcssQ

This Tudor portrait of William Sharington, courtier of Henry VIII who bought the Abbey after it was dissolved, usually l...
03/10/2026

This Tudor portrait of William Sharington, courtier of Henry VIII who bought the Abbey after it was dissolved, usually looks down from the wall of the South Gallery.

He's been very carefully packed up and sent off to a conservation studio this week. We're hoping the work they undertake will help us learn more about the portrait's history, condition and original appearance.

Expect an update in the spring.

We have an exciting opportunity for a community minded professional to join Lacock's Community, Participation and Volunt...
02/10/2026

We have an exciting opportunity for a community minded professional to join Lacock's Community, Participation and Volunteering team.

Full time and based at Lacock, you'd be co-ordinating project work that develops partnerships within our local communities as well as supporting the volunteering teams at the Abbey and Courts Garden.

More details and how to apply here: https://bit.ly/jointhelacockteam

Apply by 11th October

Rise and shine!A stunning autumn sunshine caught by our House and Collections Manager this morning 🌞 not a bad view for ...
25/09/2026

Rise and shine!

A stunning autumn sunshine caught by our House and Collections Manager this morning 🌞 not a bad view for the morning commute.

A lesser seen view of the Warming Room and a spotlight on the other interesting object in this space (next to the more o...
24/09/2026

A lesser seen view of the Warming Room and a spotlight on the other interesting object in this space (next to the more often photographed cauldron).

This stone trough is cut from a solid block of limestone, possibly by 15th century masons. It was kept outside until the 19th century and it's principle purpose is believed to be for salting meat - other suggestions include keeping fish, washing wool or clothes or even a communal bath! Which theory do you like best?

Photo: National Trust Images/James Dobson

One of the wonderful things about visiting Lacock is you can do it without a car! Faresaver's X34 bus route stops at the...
22/09/2026

One of the wonderful things about visiting Lacock is you can do it without a car! Faresaver's X34 bus route stops at the top of the high street. If you show your ticket to one of our café staff you'll even get a free hot drink.

Visit Good Journey's website to plan your car-free journey to Lacock and other National Trust sites.

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Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum And Village
Chippenham
SN152LG

Opening Hours

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

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+441249730459

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