Beatrix Potter's Half Day Lake District Tour Including Lake Cruise
Overview
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
What's Included
- 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)
Meeting Location
Victoria Street
Windermere LA23 1AD, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Lake Windermere
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Tarn Hows
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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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- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Beatrix Potter’s Half Day Lake District Tour Including Lake Cruise?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025
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