Beatrix Potter's Tour from Oxenholme Including Lake Cruise
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.
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Beatrix Potter's Tour from Oxenholme Including Lake Cruise
What's included in Beatrix Potter's Tour from Oxenholme Including Lake Cruise
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Join your tour at Oxenholme train station.
Tarn Hows
Stop and admire the views at the beautiful Tarn Hows, take some photographs and enjoy the stunning scenery of the Lake District
Hawkshead
Visit the quaint little village of Hawkshead, explore the shops and visit the grammar school of William Wordsworth if you wish.
Inclusions
- 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)
- 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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You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- What 3 Words - ///casino.swift.enable Ticket office on platform 1, please arrive in plenty of time as the tour departs at 11:10am and cannot wait for late passengers or late trains. Dates: Seasonal -01 January to 31 October Return point: Returns to original departure point
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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!
