Beatrix Potter Afternoon Half Day - includes Hill Top and Cruise

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Adult (16-99) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 7

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Bowness Departure 2:08pm

2 Adults x $136.78

$273.56

Approx Total

$273.56

Starting point:
Bowness on Windermere Terminal, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3HQ, UK

Windermere Departure 2:00pm

2 Adults x $136.78

$273.56

Approx Total

$273.56

Starting point:
Windermere LA23 1AH, UK

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Relaxed and friendly small-group tour of no more than 7 guests
Comfortable minivans with air-conditioning, WiFi and charging points for most mobile devices
Regular photo / comfort stops
Professional Guides share their expertise of all the fascinating facts and stories in English
Entry into Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's house) is included in the price
35 minute cruise on England's largest natural lake, Windermere
Departure and return to convenient, centrally located meeting points
All entrance fees for locations on the itinerary are included

Food & drink

Overview

The Beatrix Potter Afternoon Tour is an enchanting excursion that invites you to immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of the Lake District while discovering the legacy of the renowned author and illustrator, Beatrix Potter. This tour provides an excellent opportunity to gain insights into the life and artistic creations of one of the most adored figures in British children's literature. The itinerary includes a visit to Wray Castle, where Beatrix Potter spent her first summer min the Lakes. You will visit her home at Hilltop with your included entry ticket (no need to pay extra). You will also get the chance to explore Hawkshead, a charming village which Beatrix knew well, and visit other landmarks associated with Potter's life and work, making for an unforgettable and informative afternoon tour.

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Itinerary

Lake Windermere

A 35 minute cruise on Windermere will start our afternoon

35 minutes
Wray Castle

Your afternoon starts with a visit to Wray Castle for spectacular scenery and lake views. This is the holiday home where Beatrix first fell in love with the Lake District.

15 minutes
Esthwaite water trout fishery (Pass By)

Close by Hill Top is Esthwaite Water where Beatrix walked while courting her future husband, William Heelis. This was a favourite spot for Beatrix who thought it "the most beautiful of the Lakes".
Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House

While on holiday, Beatrix visited many of the small villages in the area and Near Sawrey became her favourite. This village features in many of her "little books" illustrations. The Tower Bank Arms is immediately recognisable as the place where Kep, the collie-dog goes looking for the two fox-hound puppies to rescue Jemima Puddle-duck. You will be amazed when you see it, exactly like it is in the book! One of the reasons why Beatrix visited Near Sawrey so often was because while staying on holiday in the area, the Potter's coachman and his family were lodging at a farm there. That farm was Hill Top and is the one Beatrix later bought with the profits from publishing Peter Rabbit. She often visited her 'holiday home' Hill Top and wrote many more books here which were inspired by the people and the places around her in this beautiful part of England. We stop at Near Sawrey and Hill Top for you to see the locations which are so recognisable in the books and the place where Beatrix Potter lived. Entry to Hill Top IS included in the price of this tour. Our guide will take you on a short walk through the village, pointing out the various locations Beatrix used in her books.

40 minutes
Beatrix Potter Gallery (Pass By)

This is where William Heelis had his solicitors office and known well to Beatrix Potter.
Tarn Hows

Beatrix bought a lot of land in the Lake District and owned the beauty spot Tarn Hows. Here you will have a photo opportunity.

10 minutes
Bowness-on-Windermere (Pass By)

This is one of our pickup points
Ambleside (Pass By)

pass by the town
Windermere (Pass By)

This is one of our pickup points

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
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!

Free Cancellation

February 14100% refund

February 15No refund

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