Cumbria Trip Overview
Discover the locations that inspired Beatrix Potter on a 4.5-hour Lake District afternoon tour. Embark on a cruise across the majestic Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake. Visit Hill Top farm, Beatrix Potter’s former home, and see the landscapes that inspired some of her books.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.
Important: If you want to go inside Beatrix’s house you must contact Mountain Goat Tours directly to book. It is an additional £12.60 per adult and £6.30 per child. This must be booked with Mountain Goat at least 24 hours before the tour departs.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Cumbria, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Literary, Art & Music Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cumbria, England, United Kingdom
Discover the locations that inspired Beatrix Potter on a 4.5-hour Lake District afternoon tour. Embark on a cruise across the majestic Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake. Visit Hill Top farm, Beatrix Potter’s former home, and see the landscapes that inspired some of her books.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.
Important: If you want to go inside Beatrix’s house you must contact Mountain Goat Tours directly to book. It is an additional £12.60 per adult and £6.30 per child. This must be booked with Mountain Goat at least 24 hours before the tour departs.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Tarn Hows, Lake District National Park, Coniston LA21 8AQ England
Beautiful views of Lake District landscapes
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Beatrix Potter Gallery Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NS England
Learn about Beatrix Potter and browse exhibitions.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hawkshead Grammar School, Old School House Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NT England
Learn about the life of legendary poet William Wordsworth and explore the school he attended.
Duration: 15 minutes
