On 22 June 2004 Wordsworth House will reopen, imaginatively presented for the first time as the home of the Wordsworth family in the 1770s. The house offers a lively and participative visit with hands-on activities and costumed living history. Rooms on display include a working 18th-century kitchen, the children’s bedroom, Mr John Wordsworth’s offices and other family rooms. The garden, with terraced walk overlooking the River Derwent, has been attractively restored to its 18th-century appearance as the favourite playground of the young Wordsworths. What’s new in 2004: The property will be closed for building work and redisplay until 22 June, then will reopen as the bustling, childhood home of William Wordsworth. Characters in costume taking on the role of servants and John Wordsworth's writing desk are just some of the new features of the house.