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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Discover the locations that inspired Beatrix Potter on a 4.5-hour Lake District afternoon tour.
Embark on a cruise, enjoy the spectacular Lake District landscape from the water.
Visit Hill Top farm, Beatrix Potter’s former home, and see the landscapes that inspired some of her books. Entrance to Hill Top farm is included, however when Hill Top is closed customers will visit The World of Beatrix Potter. (Hill Top is closed on Friday's outside UK school holidays and November - February).
Continue on to the charming medieval village of Hawkshead, where poet William Wordsworth attended school, and then through the beautiful landscapes of the central lakes with lake and woodland views. Learn more about the much-loved children’s author from your knowledgeable guide.
This tour has attractions worth £32.50 included in your ticket price. Lake Cruise RRP £17.50 and Hill Top £15.00
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Lake Cruise
On-board commentary in English
Entry to Hill Top Farm or World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Transport in a small mini-coach
Food & drink
Drivers gratuity (Optional)
Departure Point
Lake District National Park, United Kingdom
Return Details
Lake District National Park, United Kingdom
Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House, Hawkshead, United Kingdom Visit Hill Top Farm, once home to Beatrix Potter 40 minutes
Lake Windermere, Windermere, United Kingdom Take a Cruise on lake Windermere. England's Largest Lake 40 minutes
Tarn Hows, Coniston, United Kingdom A stunning stop on the tour, Tarn Hows is a picturesque beauty spot that boasts some spectacular views. Originally created in the 19th century by damming a series of smaller tarns. The area was then purchased by Beatrix Potter who gave it to the National Trust to ensure its preservation. 20 minutes
Hawkshead, Hawkshead, United Kingdom Visit the beautiful village of Hawkshead 30 minutes
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be 5 years or older
There will be places in Hawkshead to buy food or drink but we recommend you have Lunch before the tour.
There are toilet stops on route
Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
Luggage storage is available at the Windermere Information departure location
Seats cannot be reserved
Each passenger must have their own seat
Please note, the pick up location you have chosen is where you will be collected from. It is not possible to be collected from a different location once chosen. If you are not at the correct pick up location and miss the tour, we cannot offer alternative arrangements.
Entrance to Hill Top farm is included, however when Hill Top is closed customers will visit The World of Beatrix Potter. (Hill Top is closed on Friday's outside UK school holidays and November - February).
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Wedy_H
07 Sep 2023
Our tour guide Derek was outstanding and very funny. The tour was the best part of our fantastic holiday.
David B
29 Aug 2023
Very nice tour with Peter to Beatrix Potter sites. Peter is a very knowledgeable and pleasant guide. He was very accommodating in helping us get additional admission tickets. This made the trip much more special. We recommend this tour to cover a lot of ground in a short half day.
Dawn_K
28 Aug 2023
Hill House was magical. Our driver, Peter, was fantastic and knowledgeable. Lake cruise was fine but not necrssary.
This tour in
Lake District
is organized by
The Mountain Goat
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