Tarn House
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What’s new at Tarn House
Since I bought Tarn House two-and-a-bit years back, I’ve invested every penny earned back into the house and garden. Some of that investment has been boring but important behind the scenes stuff (new oil tank, new water filters, chimney repairs […]
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Christmas at Tarn House
We love Christmas at Tarn House. Wreaths, the tree, decorations… and the log stove to warm icy hands after a day on the fells…
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The 10 best walks from Tarn House
During the three years we’ve owned Tarn House, I like to think we’ve done most of the walks that are possible from the front door. In reality, when a spare day comes around, I’m always surprised to find a new […]
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Sunset on Loughrigg Fell #2
In Tarn House there’s a folder full of walks that start from the front door. Among the best of these is the short circular that summits Loughrigg Fell. And the best time to do that is either first thing in […]
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Five great pubs near Tarn House
There’s nothing better than a well-earned pint or two at the end of a hard day on the fells. Or sitting beside a fire on a cold winter’s afternoon. Or losing an hour or two in a beer garden on […]
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The Tarn House swing
We have a new swing! It doesn’t swing entirely straight… But that’s a minor detail; it’s in my favourite part of the garden… the wild part, surrounded by ferns and wild raspberries, and judging by the footprints it’s […]
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Children love Tarn House!
One of the nicest things about reading through the visitor book is seeing how many people comment on children enjoying themselves at Tarn House. We even get a few younger visitors adding their own thoughts to the book! With toys, […]