Abbot Hall is one of the UK’s leading art galleries. Established in 1962 in a Grade I listed Georgian building on the banks of the River Kent in Kendal, today we are rethinking the gallery as vibrant cultural and community hub.
Book your visit to see our outstanding collection ranging from historic to contemporary, as well as our inspiring exhibitions and events.
“Super exhibition – we’ll be back!” Abbot Hall visitor.
Opening times
Art gallery
Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm
Coffee bar
Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm
Admission
Price
Adult
£12
Student
£9
Child (15 and under)
£6
Child (4 and under)
Free
Lakeland Arts Members
Free
Family (1 adult + up to 3 children)
£20
Family (2 adult + up to 3 children)
£30
Art Fund National Art Pass
Free
Groups
12 or more people booking together
Price
Adult
£8
Child
£4
Abbot Hall + Blackwell
£12
Abbot Hall + Blackwell + Windermere Jetty Museum
£16
How to get here
By car
From the south
Exit the M6 at junction 36 and follow the A590 to South Lakes. Take the South Kendal (A6) exit and follow the signs for the town centre. Abbot Hall Art Gallery is the first right after the Parish Church. Kendal has a one-way system so if you miss the turn, you need to loop around the town via Aynam Road.
From the north
Exit the M6 at junction 37, turning onto the A684. Follow signs to Kendal. Turn left onto Park Side Road. At the end of the road turn right onto Lound Road. Stay in the right-hand lane as you cross the small bridge over the River Kent. Keep in the right-hand lane as you enter the town centre. Abbot Hall Art Gallery is the first right after the Parish Church. Kendal has a one ways system so if you miss the turn, you need to loop around the town via Aynam Road.
By train
The nearest mainline railway station is Oxenholme. A connecting train will bring you to Kendal railway station. From here, Abbot Hall is one mile. Plan your journey by train.
By bus
Bus services run through Kendal connecting the town with the Lake District, Barrow and Lancaster. Kirkland is the nearest bus stop. All traffic through the town centre is via a one-way system, so buses from Kendal Bus Station pass Abbot Hall on the other side of the river. Get off at the Weavers Court stop and use the footbridge opposite to get to the other side of the river. It takes about 6 minutes to walk via the riverside path to the gallery. Plan your journey by bus.
On foot
You can walk to Abbot Hall from the town centre in approximately 10 minutes either by the main street or along the riverside path. The path is a shared pedestrian and bicycle route.
Taxis
Local taxis
- Blue Star Taxis: 01539 723670
- Castle Taxis: 01539 726233
- Blue Cars: 01539 731000
- Lakeside Taxis: 01539 239239
Parking
There is a small onsite pay and display car park at Abbot Hall with Blue Badge spaces. This is operated by Cumbria Parking Services.
Alternative pay and display car parks in Kendal.
- Peppercorn Lane: LA9 5AF
- Kendal Parish Church: LA9 5FB
- Kendal Bowman: LA9 4AQ
- Multi storey: LA9 4DX
- Westmorland Shopping Centre: LA9 4PU
