Beatrix Potter's Tour from Oxenholme Including Lake Cruise

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. 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.

Itinerary

1. Join your tour at Oxenholme train station.

   · Non-stop passage

2. Tarn Hows

   Stop and admire the views at the beautiful Tarn Hows, take some photographs and enjoy the stunning scenery of the Lake District

   · 15 min

3. Hawkshead

   Visit the quaint little village of Hawkshead, explore the shops and visit the grammar school of William Wordsworth if you wish.

   · 1 h

4. Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House

   Visit the home of Beatrix Potter, Hill Top Farm. Admission included in your ticket.

   · 30 min· Admission included

5. Lake Windermere

   A cruise on Lake Windermere. Included in your ticket.

   · 30 min· Admission included

6. Return to Oxenholme to continue to your next destination.

   · Non-stop passage

How to use your ticket

We thank you for choosing to tour with Mountain Goat. Please make a note of your pick up time and location. We ask you be ready 10 minutes prior to departure. You will be picked up on Platform 1 of Oxenholme Train Station, please wait on the platform for your driver. Useful Information • There will be toilet and photo stops on route • Timings may vary dependent on traffic & weather. • Minimal walking is required, but do wear sensible shoes and bring a light rain coat. • Remember passengers must be over 5 years old and children must have their own seat. Most importantly have a GREAT day and enjoy the beautiful Lake District! Download the Mountain Goat App and use the code; 343434 to access the Multilingual Audio Guide

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• 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
• Minimal walking is involved
• 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
• Entrance to Hill Top farm is included, however when Hill Top is closed customers will visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. (Hill Top is closed on Friday's outside UK school holidays and November - February).
• 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.
• If you are returning back to Oxenholme for a train, we recommend booking a train that departs after 6pm to ensure you are dropped off in good time.
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• Due to the nature of the out tours, we cannot wait for customers who arrive at their tour start point late. If you are late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies. 100% charges are applicable and you will not be entitled to a refund or alternative.
• Access Code for Mountain Goat App; BPFC26
• If you are using our app, make sure you download the app before you arrive for your tour as we do not provide Wifi and bring headphones.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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