Guided Walk to William Cowper’s Alcove

Guided Walk to William Cowper’s Alcove

The summit gained. Behold the proud alcove crowns it!’ So wrote William Cowper in ‘The Task’ referring to the folly in the village of Weston Underwood, where Cowper would rest on his walks and where he wrote many of his most famous poems whilst taking in the wonderful views of Olney and the surrounding countryside.

Join us on a leisurely and fact-filled historical guided walk though Olney to Weston Underwood, approximately 3 miles each way. With some stretches across fields and over styles, sturdy footwear is recommended. The pace is leisurely but there is some climbing of styles.

The tour will take about 4 hours (or 2 hours to the Alcove for those who prefer to make their own way back or visit the village pub). Wear comfy shoes!

Hot drinks and a slice of homemade cake at the Alcove (included in the price).

10:30am – Meet Tom, our guide, at the front of the Museum

Book your place by emailing us with the title of this event in your email’s subject heading:  events@cowperandnewtonmuseum.org.uk

Alternatively book by contacting the office on 01234 711516/ or if you’re passing by, ask our volunteer in the Shop.

And if you haven’t booked in advance, don’t worry, just turn up. Tom can manage large groups!

Pay on the day by cash or credit card.

Adults £15 / Children under 16 years FREE


Location

Cowper & Newton Museum
Orchard Side, Market Place, Olney, Buckinghamshire, MK46 4AJ

Date

Apr 27, 2025

Time

10:30 am - 2:30 pm

Cost

£15.00

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