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Shopping at Hill Top

A felted rabbit decoration hangs on the back of a wooden door — These needle felted decorations are a sweet way to bring a touch of spring to your home | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Discover a treasure trove of unique 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.

Support Local

Help to care for nature, beauty and history with every item you buy on a visit to Hill Top. Discover our sustainably sourced and locally created range, which is made within 30 miles of Hill Top and supports small artisan business owners.

A selection of local products at Hill Top shop — A selection of local products at Hill Top shop | © Jo Daws

Discover the beautifully illustrated books by Beatrix Potter

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful gift or a new favourite read, explore our curated selection of books in-store.

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

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

Summer shop display at Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire

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.

Wisteria in the garden at Hill Top

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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.

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

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

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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.

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