Highlights
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
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Main Departure Location:
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Please meet outside the ticket office at Pier 1, Windermere Lake Cruises Ticket Office (Green building).
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- If arriving by car the best place to park is Broad Street Car Park, LA23 2AB. From here allow at least 15 minutes to walk to the Windermere Information Centre (0.2 miles).
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Return Details
- Main Departure Location:
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Please meet outside the ticket office at Pier 1, Windermere Lake Cruises Ticket Office (Green building).
Bowness-on-Windermere
LA23 3HQ
- If arriving by car the best place to park is Broad Street Car Park, LA23 2AB. From here allow at least 15 minutes to walk to the Windermere Information Centre (0.2 miles).
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Duration
4 hours and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House
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Visit Hill Top Farm, once home to Beatrix Potter
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Lake Windermere
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Take a Cruise on lake Windermere. England's Largest Lake
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Tarn Hows
Lake District National Park, Coniston
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Hawkshead
Hawkshead
Visit the beautiful village of Hawkshead
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- 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).
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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
Exclusions
- Food & drink
- Drivers gratuity (Optional)
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Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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