Beatrix Potter's Lake District: Half-Day Tour with Lake Cruise and Scenic Farm Visit
4.7
217 Ratings
Cumbria
Immerse yourself in the world of Beatrix Potter on a half-day tour of the Lake District. Cruise on a lake, visit her former home, and explore the landscapes that inspired her iconic books.
Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Windermere - Sit back and relax on a lake cruise on England’s largest lake.
  • Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s House - Visit Hill Top Farm, once home to Beatrix Potter
  • Hawkshead Grammar School Museum - Learn about the life of legendary poet William Wordsworth and explore the school he attended.
  • Tarn Hows - Beautiful views of Lake District landscapes
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
What's Not Included
  • Food & drink
  • Drivers gratuity (Optional)
Additional Information

Explore the places that sparked Beatrix Potter’s imagination with a 4.5-hour tour of the Lake District in the afternoon.

Start with a scenic boat ride, taking in the breathtaking views of Lake District’s natural beauty.

Next, tour Hill Top farm, the previous residence of Beatrix Potter, and experience the settings that inspired her famous works of literature. While entrance to Hill Top farm is included, if the farm is closed, guests will be treated to a visit to The World of Beatrix Potter instead. (Please note, Hill Top is not open on Fridays outside of UK school holiday periods, nor from November to February).

The adventure continues in the quaint medieval town of Hawkshead, where poet William Wordsworth was schooled, and winds through the picturesque views of the central lakes, dotted with lakes and forests. Gain a deeper appreciation for the beloved children’s author under the guidance of your informed tour guide.

  • 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).
Location
Windermere Tourist Information Centre
Victoria Street
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Weerach8
Jun 23, 2024
Well worth it - Very good tour that packed alot in to a half day and good if you're only in the lakes for a few days. Driver was great and well worth it.
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Acolyteaccounting
Jun 13, 2024
Beatrix Potter Tour - The views were amazing and we took lots of photos. Me Potter’s house was lovely, especially to see original futures, fittings and items special to her. Geoff, our driver, was good fun and was an extremely good host. Thankyou muchly, Leonna and Susan
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Victoria_h
Jun 10, 2024
The most beautiful and picturesque place of the Lake District - An absolutely amazing tour. Beatrix Potters House is so beautiful with original features. Seeing where she wrote her books and garden outside with the most spectacular views. It’s a feeling that I can’t describe but highly recommended ☺️
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Hemant_b
Jun 3, 2024
Wonderful tour - We had a wonderful outing. Out guide and driver Jim was very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommended.
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Lisa
Jun 1, 2024
Informative Beatrix Potter tour - Tim took us on a very informative tour where my daughter and I learned many things about Beatrix Potter that we didn’t know. I especially loved seeing the real places that Beatrix drew in her books.
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Pauline_m
May 26, 2024
Best day - It was a wonderful day Beatrix Potter house was out of this world the Lake Cruise was very good too thank you for a wonderful day
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Knittyk
May 5, 2024
So much packed in to a half day! - We thoroughly enjoyed our Beatrix Potter’s countryside tour. Our driver (apologies - we can’t remember his name!) was welcoming, friendly, very knowledgeable and spoke very clearly at all times. We were amazed at how much was packed into a half day tour: it actually felt like we were out for a whole day. We had just the right amount of time to spend at the places where we stopped. Well worth the cost!
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Irinagq2643li
Apr 14, 2024
Highly recommended - We booked two tours with Mountain Goat (Lake District with Tim and North Wales with Paul) and both were very good. The next fair of good driving, knowledge, free time and sense of humor. To come back more times) 🌞
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Lavinia_c
Mar 29, 2024
Beatrix Potter half day Lake tour - Everything was perfect, I love the countryside the sweeping hills and I guess my favourite part was Hill Top I had read somewhere they were closed on Fridays so it was just a huge bonus that it was open. The driver was awesome very knowledgeable had a knack of telling stories and giving information about other buildings when asked. All in all made my trip to the lakes very memorable.
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Kara_l
Apr 7, 2024
Hilltop - While I was not able to attend the tour (my mistake), I carried on to Hilltop for my paid tour. While I was advised that my ticket was void, I showed up and discussed the matter with Hilltop’s lovely staff. They felt I should not have to pay twice and informed me to contact the Mountain Goat. I hope you are able to receive this message. I am the “third” mountain goat to have visited this site on the expected day. 6/4/24 11:50. While I respect current policies, it is in the best interest of the company to confirm and pay all relevant pre-paid bookings if the guest wishes to pursue the tour. Thank you in advance.
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