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Acorn Bank, Penrith

Introduction

Acorn Bank is a walled garden dating from the 17th century. It is planted with over 250 types of herbs for both medicinal and culinary uses. There is also an orchard used for growing traditional varieties of fruit.

Outside the walled garden visitors can walk to the partially restored watermill and pond alongside the river.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

For visitor information visit the Acorn Bank website.

Features & Designations

Features

  • Orchard
Key Information

Type

Garden

Purpose

Ornamental

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

Civil Parish

Temple Sowerby