Things to see & do

The house

Hill Top from the vegetable garden, looking through the green gate © Elaine Hodgson

See the real thing

Seeing inside Beatrix Potter's Hill Top is a 'must' for visitors from all around the world.

The garden

Exploring the vegetable garden at Hill Top House © Dave Ward

Famed for the inspiration it gave Beatrix

Nothing fancy or formal, this is a traditional English country garden just as Beatrix Potter knew it.

The shop

Collection of Beatrix Potter themed items for sale © Photography by Ward

Some of the gifts in our shop

Don't forget to check out our shop which is full of Beatrix Potter inspired gifts.

What's going on

Richard our woodland Ranger demonstrating greenwood crafts © photographybyward

We use the garden at Hill Top throughout the season to demonstrate some of the skills of our countryside team use, eg dry stone walling; and to celebrate special days like Apple Day.

Activities to try

Children exploring the garden at Hill Top House © Dave Ward

If you have time, give our garden trail a go. It's designed for children, but grown-ups are free to give it a go too!

Ideas for your holiday

Photo collage of different Hawkshead area places © National Trust/various

Explore our other special places nearby:

  • Find out more about Beatrix Potter at the Beatrix Potter Gallery in Hawkshead
  • Visit Wray Castle
  • Try the view from Claife Viewing Station
  • Go for an amble round Tarn Hows