Galleries · North West England
The Fitzwilliam Gallery
In or near Hawkshead.
The Fitzwilliam Gallery — a gallery in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Windermere · 6.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Fitzwilliam Gallery is a gallery located in england-north-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Fitzwilliam Gallery is an art gallery located in Grasmere, showcasing a unique collection of original paintings, including contemporary and traditional works by established artists. The gallery is known for its high-quality pieces, particularly antique Lakeland watercolours, and offers a selection of artworks for discerning collectors.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Fitzwilliam Gallery is a gallery located in North-West England, postcode LA22. It showcases a diverse range of artworks and exhibitions, contributing to the cultural landscape of the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.3745, -2.9993
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Hawkshead
- Postcode
- LA22 0NZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Phone
- +44 15394 36248
- Nearest railway station
- Windermere — 6.2 km
- Official site
- www.fitzwilliamgallery.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/746858225 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Fitzwilliam Gallery?
- The Fitzwilliam Gallery is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA22 0NZ), in the parish of Hawkshead.
- What is The Fitzwilliam Gallery?
- The Fitzwilliam Gallery — a gallery in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Fitzwilliam Gallery?
- The nearest railway station is Windermere, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA22 0NZ.
- Is The Fitzwilliam Gallery a protected site?
- Yes — The Fitzwilliam Gallery is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is The Fitzwilliam Gallery free to visit?
- Yes, The Fitzwilliam Gallery is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Fitzwilliam Gallery?
- The nearest railway station is Windermere, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA22 0NZ.