Beatrix Potter: Morning Half Day with an Expert Guide - includes entrance fees
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Beatrix Potter: Morning Half Day with an Expert Guide - includes entrance fees
By English Lakes Tours
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Fans of Beatrix Potter's charming books for children won't want to miss this themed tour of the Lake District. You'll visit a variety of places associated with the author, including her vacation home, Wray Castle, and her home, Hill Top. See where she found inspiration for her stories and illustrations, and learn about her life and times from your guide. Even travelers unfamiliar with her books can enjoy the beautiful sights.
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Ages 0-99, max of 7 per group
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Visit some of the most picturesque places in the Lake District
- A fun tour for both kids and adults
- Avoid the hassle of self-driving through country roads and narrow towns
- Learn more about one of England's most beloved children's authors
- Entry into Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's house) is included in the price
- All entrance fees for locations on the itinerary are included
- Relaxed and friendly small-group tour of no more than 7 guests
- Professional Guides share their expertise of all the fascinating facts and stories in English
- Departure and return to convenient, centrally located meeting points
- Comfortable minivans with air-conditioning, WiFi and charging points for most mobile devices
- Regular photo / comfort stops
- Entry/Admission - Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House
What's not included- Food & drink
- Start:Multiple meeting point options.
- Option 1Windermere LA23 1AH, UKIf you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Windermere Railway Station ticket office. Postcode: LA23 1AH What3Words: ///spreading.inflame.removes They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo
- Option 2Bowness on Windermere Terminal, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3HQ, UKIf you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Windermere Lake Cruises ticket office, in the pull-in area. Postcode: LA23 3HQ What3Words: ///upsetting.sport.mash They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo
- Option 32 Kelsick Rd, Ambleside LA22 0BP, UKIf you have selected this option, your driver or guide will meet you outside of Ambleside Library on Kelsick Road. Postcode: LA22 0BZ What3Words: ///treaty.courier.constants They will be wearing an orange or black coat printed with our "EnglishLakesTours.com" logo
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 74530P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- The English Lake District weather can change quickly, even in the summer months. Please bring a waterproof coat with a hood in case of rain or windy weather
- As there is a little walking involved on the tour, some uphill and on uneven or wet terrain, please wear suitable, comfortable shoes
- Most travellers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- All passengers, including children of any age, must have a seat purchased for them
- We will collect you from the departure point linked to your chosen option. Please do not change to a different departure point without informing us in advance as we don't automatically go to every departure point. If we don't know you have changed your departure point we may not pick you up for the tour!
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 74530P2
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- 2Pass byEsthwaite water trout fishery
- 3Pass byBeatrix Potter Gallery
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- 5Pass byWindermereBowness-on-WindermereAmbleside
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- Tezzybear0 contributionsWinter WonderlandWhile the Lakes are wonderful to visit in summer, the crisp winter air and falling snow gave the region additional beauty and majesty. Tim was a fantastic guide, adapting the tour based on the weather, and providing fascinating insights on any and all topics. This is a must do activity when in the region. Can't wait to go back and explore the rest soon.Written January 13, 2025
- Explore530194249200 contributionsHappy placeLake District feels right out of a fairy tale. The history associated with the various places is amazing...loved the gingerbread shop! Tim is a very knowledgeable and lovely guide.Written December 30, 2024
- 963phoebec0 contributionsClass serviceThis place has recently undergone a facelift. The rooms are very nice and the parking is good. However, the staff really make this place special! As soon as I arrived they were helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend.Written December 17, 2024
- sallybI5428JO0 contributionsWonderful Lake District tourSuperb trip. Tim, our guide, was brilliant- very friendly and informative and great at sharing his passion for the Lake District. Highly recommend.Written November 12, 2024
- CarmenH5120 contributionsExcellent tour of the Lakes!Highly recommend this tour! I mistakenly booked us on this thinking it was a boat tour...ha...but the most pleasant surprise of our trip! Tim was our driver and guide (I was glad to not have to drive for a change) and we thoroughly enjoyed every minute. He was well versed in the history and sights. The best part was seeing a small stone circle up close and the views were spectacular at almost every turn. Must do!Written November 11, 2024
- ljmelin0 contributionsA day with WordsworthGillian and Tim were fantastic! They were both incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and engaging. Gillian made sure that we saw everything possible. We ended the tour at Rydal Mount- my absolute favorite!! We will cherish the time spent exploring Wordsworth’s world.❤️Written November 2, 2024
- annyach0 contributionsThe art of Brontës doth come to life on this tour‘Twas a day steeped in the legacy of the most illustrious literary family of England. We didst traverse the oppressive realms of industrial society, fraught with class divisions—the squalor, the inequity, and the harsh realities for women artistes. Yet, this hardship hath found a counterbalance in the elemental expanse of the moors, where the muse of art may unfurl her wings in unbounded liberty. The fervent affection the Brontë sisters hath shared doth their narratives illuminate, and their indomitable spirit shall a testament be to the triumph of art over the adversities that doth beset their existence. Our guides, the amiable Sandra and the erudite Gillian, hath given us a truly memorable experience, their captivating tales leaving an indelible mark upon our imaginations. We shall eagerly anticipate a return to display our dancing prowess in a Kate Bush dance upon the moors; we doth express our sincere gratitude for this day!Written October 28, 2024
- Pieter P0 contributionsAmazing day outAmazing time had. The ladies who ran the tour were amazing. I would recommend this day tour to everyone wanting to see and hear about the lakes.Written October 27, 2024
- barbaramV9077VL0 contributionsBeautiful 😍Absolutely loved Hill Top I could almost feel the presence of Beatrix Potter. The whole area is beautiful and we must thank her for all she did to preserve the place she loved so much for others.Written October 26, 2024
- Inspire007015863480 contributionsBeautiful experienceIt was a very well guided tour. The guide was very engaging and sweet. I would recommend people to use their service. Thank you.Written October 26, 2024
- Rennie941020 contributionsYou should take this tourI really enjoyed the time I spent with Tim on this tour. He struck just the right balance of good information without overwhelming us with chatting and jokes. The tour itself is absolutely gorgeous and he gave us plenty of time at each of the stops. Highly highly recommendedWritten October 25, 2024
- Inspiration6459720 contributionsLoved the tourThe tour was very enjoyable - a great route and scenery. The information provided along the way was very insightful & interesting. Thanks for a great afternoon!Written October 21, 2024
- Enigmatic_af0 contributionsWonderful WinderemereWe had a wonderful experience with Tim. We were a family of 4 joined by an American couple. It was a nice enjoyable trip getting to know the lake district of England and experience the difference in landscape from Scotland. Tim was very knowledgeable and provided very detailed descriptions.Written October 20, 2024
- RetireAndRejoice0 contributionsBest Way to See the Lake District!This was the perfect way to see the Lakes District! We loved being picked up and returned to our hotel on Lake Windermere. Gillian and Sandra were our talented, engaging guide and driver (respectively). Gillian was knowledgeable, entertaining and shared amazing information and stories about the area and local legends. Sandra was an incredible driver, especially on narrow roads on a rainy day. They gave us plenty of time for taking pictures and rest stops. We would do this tour again in a heartbeat. We highly recommend it!Written October 19, 2024
- Peter F0 contributionsGreat tour well worth doingGreat tour, the tour guides were brilliant who explained the history and knowledge of the area which was fantastic to hear highly recommendedWritten October 14, 2024
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Angela B
1 contribution
Sept 2021
9.09.21. My daughter and I were collected at Pier1 in Bowness and travelled in immaculate 6seater vehicle with Covid protection between us and our expert guide and amazing driver in the front. We travelled to all the places connected to Beatrice, learning about her life from early childhood to adulthood and old age. As first timers to the area I was staggered by the landscapes which ( thanks to National Trust, I suppose) is mainly still as Beatrix saw it. Just to top it all, on the return, the road in Ambleside was closed and we had to get the ferry back - wonderful! Thank you both so much
Written September 15, 2021
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SophieRose
Bristol, UK88 contributions
Apr 2022
With only a short weekend to visit the Lake District, this excursion was a fantastic way to get a good introduction to the highlights of the area. Gillian our tour guide and Sandra our driver were provided exceptional customer service and Gillian's knowledge was impeccable. She provided vast detail on Beatrix Potter, but also other significant people that provide the Lake District with such rich history too. Would definitely return and book a different tour with this company again.
Written April 11, 2022
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Julia
London, UK4 contributions
Mar 2022
Highly recommend this tour. Transport was very comfortable and Tim, our driver/guide, was exceptionally knowledgeable and a great storyteller! He tied the life story of Beatrix Potter into the local countryside perfectly. The tour was much more than just Beatrix Potter with many interesting anecdotes along the way and of course the beautiful backdrop of the Lake District.
Written March 17, 2022
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Marilyn P
Georgetown5 contributions
Sept 2022
Again, I have no hesitation in giving my tour an excellent rating. I have now taken every tour this company offers and have never been disappointed. Tim, our driver/guide did a wonderful job of providing insightfully information regarding the life, legacy, and accomplishments of Beatrix Potter. Although I had already been to almost every part of the English Lake District before, this tour covered some new ground for me. I especially enjoyed Tim’s enthusiasm for Beatrix Potter’s personality; I found myself totally engaged and enchanted .
Written September 26, 2022
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Beth
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This tour was amazing! Tim, our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about all things Beatrix Potter, but also provided great insights on the history and happenings of the Lake District in general. He had great answers for all of our questions and kept it fun and interesting.
Written June 3, 2023
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Andrew R
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Couples
Although we are familiar with Beatrix Potter's work and have read some of her books as and to children, we are not fanatics. With this context, we found the tour to be time well-spent. Our guide, Tim, was very knowledgeable and provided an excellent tour that covered Beatrix Potter's life, her interaction with the Lake District, and her lasting impact while also placing her life in a broader social and historical context.
Written June 7, 2023
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Esther Balo
London, UK59 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
This was one of the best decisions I made on my trip. It was a last minute decision I was glad I made. The time flew by so fast and I wished it could go on for longer.
Our tour guide Tim was a master storyteller and so knowledgeable about the locale, Beatrix Potter's story and Lakes District history/gist in general. It felt like being shown around by a friendly local who is fond of the place and knows people at all the destinations. I thoroughly enjoyed it and left inspired by the amazing life of Beatrix Potter. What a woman.
There was no way I would have put together such a cohesive and enlightening journey through her life in about 4 hours. If you’re thinking about it, DO IT! You’ll love it.
Our tour guide Tim was a master storyteller and so knowledgeable about the locale, Beatrix Potter's story and Lakes District history/gist in general. It felt like being shown around by a friendly local who is fond of the place and knows people at all the destinations. I thoroughly enjoyed it and left inspired by the amazing life of Beatrix Potter. What a woman.
There was no way I would have put together such a cohesive and enlightening journey through her life in about 4 hours. If you’re thinking about it, DO IT! You’ll love it.
Written September 9, 2023
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Xstitch Q
Mississauga, Canada63 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
This tour was excellent - really enjoyed seeing all the places Beatrix Potter frequented and where she lived. Tim was an excellent driver and knowledgeable tour guide! I highly recommend this for Beatrix Potter fans and is a great way to see the Lake District.
Written June 2, 2024
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Roger E
United Kingdom188 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
What a wonderful morning trip delving into the life of Beatrix Potter!
There was just a mass of detail that we knew nothing about.
Tim, out driver and host, became a friend indeed during this trip that we shared with two Americans and two Aussies.
We drove at a leisurely pace (or rather Tim drove) through the wonderful Lake District where Beatrix Potter set her stories. We had time to wander round Hill Top, the house that Peter Rabbit bought (or rather his sales funds bought). This was fascinating.
Stories about Wray Castle, Tarn Hows and Hawshead Village added to our delight. So many links from the views we had to the illustrations in the “little books”.
Tim added details about The Campbell Family when we saw Coniston Water in addition to the sight of so many farms that Beatrix bought. He added to that a summary of Wordsworth’s life in The Lakes.
We drove over roads so narrow that a bus couldn’t have used them, feeling safe in Tim’s hands at the wheel.
Thanks Tim for a great morning out in the sunshine that you specially arranged for our trip.
There was just a mass of detail that we knew nothing about.
Tim, out driver and host, became a friend indeed during this trip that we shared with two Americans and two Aussies.
We drove at a leisurely pace (or rather Tim drove) through the wonderful Lake District where Beatrix Potter set her stories. We had time to wander round Hill Top, the house that Peter Rabbit bought (or rather his sales funds bought). This was fascinating.
Stories about Wray Castle, Tarn Hows and Hawshead Village added to our delight. So many links from the views we had to the illustrations in the “little books”.
Tim added details about The Campbell Family when we saw Coniston Water in addition to the sight of so many farms that Beatrix bought. He added to that a summary of Wordsworth’s life in The Lakes.
We drove over roads so narrow that a bus couldn’t have used them, feeling safe in Tim’s hands at the wheel.
Thanks Tim for a great morning out in the sunshine that you specially arranged for our trip.
Written September 21, 2024
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Faith S
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
We really enjoyed visiting Hilltop. In the van there were 4 seniors who were still quite capable, another adult and a 6 year old. When we asked that the 6 year old and his mother be allowed to sit in the forward seat in the van so that the 6 year old who is short for his age could see out the front window, the tour guide refused. This got us miffed from the start so we were uncomfortable for much of the tour.
Written August 28, 2023
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Thank you for your review for a tour which took place a month ago, and the opportunity to explain to everyone exactly what happened as I was the guide on this tour.
We do always place children in the rear seats of the van for obvious comfort and safety reasons relating to all the other passengers, particularly those who are not related to the child. Also, we do not carry booster seats for children, therefore, again for comfort and safety, we invariably place children in the back and require them to wear a seatbelt properly which you did not always comply with and I had to constantly keep asking you to put the seatbelt around the child as it is meant to be worn. We have to do this by law as the driver explained clearly twice, yet you kept sliding it off him.
Of the full group of 6 passengers, the maximum for the van, there were two other seniors, a couple, who were not related to you. As I said on the day, I would never split up a couple uneccessarily and certainly not for a child who has to sit on the back row. Your husband (the grandfather of the child) sat next to the couple initially and you (the grandmother) and your daughter the mother) sat with the child on the back row. I explained the situation with the child to you and even after that you were quite rude in demanding that the other, senior and unrelated couple to you should move to the back seat so that your daughter AND grandson could sit there. Obviously this was very discourteous to both the driver and myself and the couple concerned.
Despite this, after one of the stops, you did replace the grandfather with the child without asking permission or notifying either the driver or myself. While sat there, the child never once looked out of the window or showed any sign of wanting to, he just was wriggling around, speaking loudly and playing with a toy. He didn't know who Beatrix Potter was or any of the characters from the books and at one point became noisy and wilful. Luckily for you, the other senior couple were very good manered and were willing to interact with him to keep him quiet.
You got your wish in the end but it was against our instructions and, frankly, futile as the child didn't care.
Please next time you go on a tour with other people, try to consider how they feel and how genuine and realistic your demands are for the group as a whole. We seat people very carefully with many considerations for the groups safety and comfort in our vans. We also do our very best to comply with our guests wishes when they are fair and reasonable which yours were not. I don't believe any tour guide or other passengers in a van would expect anyone to demand us to split up the seating of a senior couple for a child who is not interested or cares.
I'm sorry that you were miffed but your demands were not safe, reasonable or polite which is why I refused them. At the end of the tour, the other couple thanked me for not splitting them up, they should not have had to do that and wouldn't have if you had stayed seated as we instructed at the start of the tour.
Written August 29, 2023
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Hi, I am a National Trust member.
Is there any discount?
Written June 16, 2023
We will be coming from Kendal and on our way to Coniston by bus. If we break the journey in Windermere to do the tour, is it possible to bring our luggage on the tour bus? Do we miss anything if we leave the tour in Coniston, which is Stop 5.
Written May 23, 2021
we can carry a small amount of luggage. The stop 5 is Coniston Water not the village of Coniston. You would miss the farm that was used in the film "Miss Potter'.
Written May 26, 2021
Not on this tour as the stop in Hawkshead is a guided tour of the village. Our full day Beatrix Potter tour visits the gallery.
Written May 8, 2021
Mine was 9-1:30, perfect as I had to catch train about 2:10, so I was returned to train station, same place I was picked up.
Written June 27, 2019
Vicki L
Dunedin, New Zealand
Hi,could you please tell us how long we are able to explore Hill Top Farm on this tour
Written August 1, 2018
You will have around 40 minutes at Hill Top
Written August 6, 2018
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