Visit Heart of England | Erasmus Darwin House

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Erasmus Darwin House

Address

Beacon Street

Lichfield
WS13 7AD

Contact

Tel : +44 01543 306260
01543 306261

Child
£1.00

Concession
£2.00

adult
£3.00 - £0.00

Georgian home of Erasmus Darwin, Grandfather of Charles Darwin and leading doctor, scientist, botanist, inventor and poet of the 18th Century. Located in the idylic surroundings of Cathedral Close.

Hosts Events, Corporate Hire and Weddings.

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Directions

By Road

Accessible from Beacon St and The Close-opposite Lichfield Cathedral which is signposted from all the major roads into Lichfield.

Nearest carpark:Angel Croft Hotel, £1 for 2hours. Directly opposite the House.

By Public Transport

Nearest station: Lichfield City is 1 miles

Erasmus Darwin House facilities include:

Dogs restrictions
In town/city centre
Indoor event/attraction
Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Guided tours available for groups
Educational Visits Accepted
Suitable for families
Suitable for young children
Group discounts available (min group size)
Off site parking
Groups accepted
Open outside normal opening times by appointment
Toilets

Erasmus Darwin House accessibility includes:

Audible alarm system
Clear signage throughout attraction, eg colour contrast, large letters, pictograms
Disability awareness training for all personnel
Effective lighting throughout attraction for visually impaired visitors
Good colour/tonal contrast throughout attraction, eg doors contrast with floor/walls
Handrail by steps
Information available in audio format
Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
Level access, ramp or lift to gift shop
Level access, ramp or lift to ticket issuing point

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