e paid a very modest fee to have the place to ourselves for an hour . Very , very interesting museum you must visit !
Due to Covid-19 access is via hourly slots booked in advance, one per family group. Perhaps not good for the museum, but good for the few lucky visitors. Tells the story of Darwin's grandfarther well....
We have been meaning to visit for a while and COVID made it possible. We had the house to ourselves and Brian, the caretaker, wore a visor and made sure our 6 and 10yr olds had lots to do with their activity...
We visited this house today and because of Covid restrictions were the only people in there as only one household or bubble is allowed a pre-booed visit at a time. Paul the volunteer on duty was really...
The house and gardens are located close to the cathedral. Unfortunately the museum is closed during Covid but you can walk through the delightful gardens with interesting plants.
Fantastic house full of history of the pioneers of the industrial revolution. Home of Erasmus Darwin (Grandfather of Charles). Lots of atmosphere and models of technological advances. You should read...
Lovely bit of local history! House and garden are beautifully maintained, and the garden gives a really authentic feel as though you’re stepping back in time. Great way to get to know the area and it’s...
We really enjoyed our visit here! This museum is a little gem of a find! It is so interesting and interactive and so well laid out! The “mouse hunt” game for kids as they go around is a fantastic idea!...
What an amazing find, so full of unknown information. We passed the Erasmus Darwin House on the walk down to Lichfield Cathedral from our hotel but not being aware who he was we didn’t take much notice....
Really enjoyed this little house and the herb garden. Some of the Stones on the path were dedicated to Erasmus Darwin. and interesting to see. There id a lift for people who find stairs difficult. All...
My wife and I found this museum while exploring the lovely area around Lichfield Cathedral (which is well worth a visit). The museum is the former home of Erasmus Darwin (one of Charles Darwin's grandfathers),...
This three hundred year old house is tucked away in the close ,fifty metres from the west entrance to the cathedral . ED was a great many in many ways and fields . Huge family, medical practice, ideas...
We visit Erasmus Darwin House with our your children. They aspecially enjoyed the interactive parts. The silhouette drawing was very popular. Highly recommend have a look. Nothing to lose as its free entry....
Fabulous trip back in time. The entry is free but a donation box is available and is worth donating to keep this amazing place alive. This house is just two minutes walk from the Cathedral Hotel in Lichfield.
Centrally located. An imposing frontage. Nice interiors and exhibits. Very interesting. Located just along from The Close and the Cathedral so very convenient to combine with them.
Interesting place to visit, alllows you to get more background on where Charles Darwin learned his ideas and science background
Free entry to wonderful house full of bits of Erasmus Darwin relics. Well worth a visit, astonishing rooms and artefacts.
Drifted into this small museum by accident (it’s opposite the cathedral front) but was glad I had. Lots of information about Charles Darwin’s famous grandfather which I found really interesting. This attraction...
Very interesting learnt a lot from friendly welcoming staff. Was unaware of connection to Charles Darwin and the influence he had on his grandson.
I knew a little about the Grandfather of the great Charles Darwin, and of the Lunar Society, before my visit, but the exhibition laid out in this original Georgian home of Erasmus really brought it all...
What a lovely place to visit after the Cathedral - full of wonder and a peaceful garden to enjoy a rest!
A lovely little (ok large) georgian house in lichfield near the cathedrel city of lichfield . Free entry which is rare these days , manned but only two staff on . Lovely peaceful garden at the back and...
We visited with our 2 young daughters. Free entry and friendly staff. All floors are accessible. There was an Erasmouse trail for the children which kept them interested. There were a few interactive activities...
Erasmus Darwin - Grandfather of Charles - lived here. Nice small courtyard style garden. Not that many rooms to see - but good information boards. Free Entry - but Donations always welcome.
A little small and crowded but we'll worth the visit, Especially the garden. Child friendly place with lots to interest young people.