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Shopping at Hill Top

Published:: 16 September 2025

The Story of Beatrix Potter Book — The Story of Beatrix Potter Book | © James Dobson

Discover a treasure trove of products to treat yourself or a friend. Every penny that you spend in our shop helps us to look after Hill Top for everyone, for ever.

Get closer to nature

From garden birds to urban foxes, winter offers many opportunities to watch wildlife. Set up feeders at home to attract birds or take a quiet moment in a park to listen for their songs. Mindful connections with nature brings with it moments of peace and reflection.

A yellow water bottle, pair of binoculars and an open book showing an autumnal scene all displayed on a blue picnic rug, surrounded by autumnal leaves on the ground — A selection of outdoor accessories from the 2025 autumn/winter collection | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Discover your next read...

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful gift or a new favourite read to cosy up with, explore our selection of books in your local National Trust shop or online.

A person holding a stack of National Trust books, including Jams with a Twist, Book of Scones, 100 Great Pub Walks and The National Trust School of Gardening — A stack of our books, including Jams with a Twist, Book of Scones, 100 Great Pub Walks and The National Trust School of Gardening | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Cards and stationery

Look out for our gorgeous design-led, UK-made stationery range to turn even the shortest thank you note into something special.

A selection of Hill Top Greeting Cards — A selection of Hill Top Greeting Cards | © Jo Daws

A tasty treat

Our fruity jams, zesty curds and smooth, sippable liqueurs are all locally sourced and made in the UK. Whether you're searching for food and drink gifts or something delicious for your own table, you'll discover lots to tempt your taste buds.

Food and drink in a luxury Christmas hamper — Food and drink in a luxury Christmas hamper | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Thank you

It is through your purchases and support that we are able to continue to care for nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever.

A view of Hill Top house, Cumbria, a cottage with pretty foliage climbing up its walls and which is surrounded by a cottage garden densely planted with shrubs and flowers.

Discover more at Hill Top

Find out when Hill Top is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.

Plan your visit

Treat yourself

Looking for the perfect gift or perhaps you're in need of some retail therapy? You can browse our full range via our online shop.

A selection of throws from the 2025 autumn/winter collection

Things to do in Hill Top garden

Discover Beatrix Potter's garden, restored to how it was in her time, with the carefully tended vegetable plot and views of the pretty cottage garden from the famous path.

Hill Top house in the frost

Things to do in Hill Top house

See Beatrix Potter’s house as she wanted you to see it. It’s filled with her belongings and you can match up illustrations from her books with scenes there today.

The art work from Beatrix Potter's Tale of Two Bad Mice

Booking your visit to Hill Top

The house and garden at Hill Top are open, and you will need to book in advance to guarantee entry. If you're planning a visit to Hill Top, read this article to find out everything you need to know.

The Parlour at Hill Top, Sawrey, Cumbria, with an Adam style fireplace

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