Tale of Peter Rabbit, was a publishing phenomenon and led to a magical love
affair with her publisher Norman Warne. (Ewan McGregor). The life of Beatrix ...
beatrix potter’s lake district hill top EWAN McGREGOR
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MISS POTTER
Bought by Beatrix Potter in 1905 and her house for over 30 years, Beatrix Potter based the illustrations in some of her ‘little books’ on this house, cottage garden, farm and village. See her treasured possessions including china, furniture and family photos. Shop selling gifts exclusive to Hill Top.
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the armitt collection
Located in Ambleside, this superb museum, gallery and reference library provides visitors with a fascinating exhibition of Lakeland life and times. In 1943 Beatrix Potter bequeathed her collection of over 450 fungi, microscopic, natural history and archaeology watercolours to The Armitt library and also on show today are some of the first editions of some of her famous published tales.
Find out more at
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Please note: restricted opening times during winter months. Please check in advance.
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or to book accommodation call 0845 450 1199 the beatrix potter gallery
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Hawkshead Tel: (015394) 36355 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Steeped in history, this 72 mile rail journey is breathtakingly beautiful. Travel over Arten Gill viaduct, one of the stunning locations seen in MISS POTTER, and take in spectacular views of Dentdale. Journey through the Eden Valley and stop off at one of the picturesque stations such as Kirkby Stephen, Appleby or Langwathby before arriving at the great border city of Carlisle.
Based in Hawkshead, the seventeenth century building that houses the Beatrix Potter Gallery was the solicitors’ office of her husband, William Heelis. Some of the original furniture from the office is on display together with original illustrations and watercolours, plus an exhibition of materials from MISS POTTER.
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Tel: (08457) 484950 www.settle-carlisle.co.uk
Please note: restricted opening times during winter months. Please check in advance.
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MISS POTTER Once upon a time… ..there were four little rabbits and their names were Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail and Peter. This is the introduction to one of the best-loved children’s stories of all ™ time – The Tale of Peter Rabbit. This book was published by Frederick Warne in 1902, costing one shilling, and has become one of the most famous stories ever written selling over 40 million copies worldwide. With the proceeds of the book Beatrix was able to buy Hill Top, her very first farm in the Lake District. The Tale of Peter Rabbit and the rest of the Peter Rabbit™ collection of over 23 books are known and loved by children and adults all over the world and here in Cumbria – The Lake District you’ll discover the inspiration for these very special books. Brand new titles associated with MISS POTTER include:
• The Tale of Peter Rabbit
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Near Sawrey, Hawkshead Tel: (015394) 36334 www.towerbankarms.com Next door to Hill Top, the Tower Bank Arms can be seen in one of the sketches for The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck. Explore the many Beatrix Potter attractions of Hawkshead and Near Sawrey, enjoy a walk round nearby Esthwaite Water (the setting for The Tale of Mr Jeremy Fisher) and enjoy a drink and meal at this traditional Lakeland pub. Overnight accommodation also available.
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Tel: Ambleside TIC (015394) 32582 www.nationaltrust.org.uk One of the scenic film locations in MISS POTTER, Loughrigg Tarn is situated in the fells between Grasmere and Elterwater and has striking views north-west towards the Langdale Pikes. Owned by the National Trust, this is a tarn of outstanding beauty, being almost circular in form and there are excellent walks suited to all abilities in the immediate vicinity.
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Nestled in a wooded valley, Loweswater is not far from the delightful market town of Cockermouth and the attractions of the Western Lake District. Loweswater and the immediate vicinity was the stunning setting for several scenes in MISS POTTER and at approximately one mile in length and half a mile wide, the lake provides an excellent circuit for walkers.
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• The Making of Miss Potter • Miss Potter – The Movie
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• Miss Potter – The Novel For more information about Peter RabbitTM books and merchandise please visit: www.peterrabbit.com
For a wide range of Beatrix Potter books, toys, clothing and exclusive collectibles visit one of the Peter Rabbit and Friends™ shops throughout Cumbria – The Lake District and the UK. For shop locations and on-line shopping visit: www.lakefieldmarketing.co.uk or call 01539 822888
Beatrix Potter and Cumbria - The Lake District – Inspiration and Conservation... Beatrix Potter spent many happy childhood holidays in the Lake District and in 1905 she made it her home. By 1930 she had bought over 4000 acres of farmland with the money she had made from her “little white books”, many of which were inspired by and written in the Lake District. When she died in 1943, she bequeathed her land to the National Trust so that it should remain undeveloped and unspoilt forever. A selection of the key National Trust locations you can visit today are highlighted on this map and include:
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Directed by Chris Noonan (Babe) and starring Renée Zellweger (Cold Mountain, Bridget Jones’ Diary) and Ewan McGregor (Star Wars, Moulin Rouge!), MISS POTTER is an inspirational love story that follows Beatrix Potter's rise to being the most successful children’s author of all time. Despite delighting generations of children with her books, she kept her own story locked carefully away. Now Oscar-winning star Renée Zellweger is bringing her life to the big screen. Her first book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, was a publishing phenomenon and led to a magical love affair with her publisher Norman Warne (Ewan McGregor).
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Beatrix Potter fell in love with Lindeth Howe when she and her family rented it as a holiday home. Many years later when she was living at Sawrey, Beatrix noted that the property was for sale and bought it as a home for her mother. Today Lindeth Howe is a superb country house hotel with spectacular views across to Lake Windermere and the fells.
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With a number of Beatrix Potter connections you can cruise from Bowness to Ambleside and glimpse Wray Castle where Beatrix stayed on her first Lake District holiday, explore nearby Holehird at Troutbeck with its award-winning gardens where she stayed twice, or visit the Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole, the former lakeside residence of Beatrix's cousin Edith Gaddum, now an information centre with fabulous gardens, gift shop and cafe.
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Whitehaven Tel: (01946) 592933 www.rumstory.co.uk The Rum Story – the Dark Spirit of Whitehaven, is set in the original shop, courtyards, cellars and bonded warehouse of the Jefferson family business in the Georgian town of Whitehaven. Used as the setting for the offices of William Heelis, Beatrix Potter’s husband, in MISS POTTER, here you can find out about the story of the UK rum trade which originally centered on the port of Whitehaven.
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In the beautiful Yewdale Valley, this picturesque farmhouse was once owned by Beatrix Potter and starred as her home, Hill Top, in MISS POTTER. Voted the Most Beautiful Farm in the North of England, Yew Tree Farm offers bed and breakfast accommodation and a tea room, with hearty Cumbrian breakfasts and light refreshments served in the room Beatrix Potter furnished herself.
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Coniston Tel: (015394) 41433 www.yewtree-farm.com
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Tarn Hows and the surrounding land was bought by Beatrix Potter in 1929 and is now owned by the National Trust. A 1.5 mile path circles the stunning tarn and nearby fells feature in MISS POTTER. A fascinating exhibition of film props are on view at Coniston’s Tourist Information Centre together with information about local attractions and the Lake District Peninsulas region.
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MISS POTTER
Experience breathtaking mountains and sparkling lakes, the best walking and climbing routes that England can offer, internationally renowned gardens, historic houses and magical lake cruises. Take a trip to the stunning coastline, visit one of the many cultural and family attractions or step back in time and explore the historic border city of Carlisle and the Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site.
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Book a break to Cumbria – The Lake District, retrace the steps of Renée Zellweger and the MISS POTTER cast and film crew and discover unsurpassed scenery that has not only inspired the works of Beatrix Potter but also countless other writers and artists including William Wordsworth and Alfred Wainwright.
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From 1885 to 1903 the Potter’s stayed at houses on the shores of Derwentwater. One of the main filming locations for MISS POTTER, this area is the setting for a number of Beatrix’s books and characters including Squirrel Nutkin, Benjamin Bunny and Mrs Tiggy-Winkle. The walk up Catbells is the setting for the Mrs Tiggy-Winkle story and offers exquisite views of the surrounding area.
The World of Beatrix PotterTM Attraction is the only attraction licensed by Beatrix Potter’s publishers and a unique way to find out more about Beatrix Potter and her creations. All 23 Peter RabbitTM tales are brought to life and you can take a journey with Beatrix Potter herself in the Virtual Walks.
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“the scenery is second to none... I’d love to come back to the Lake District” Nigel Wool – Executive Producer of MISS POTTER
Whether you fly in style, let the train take the strain, hop on a coach, cruise by ferry or journey by car, Cumbria – The Lake District is easily accessible.
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the small country inn in The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck
• Yew Tree Farm – the Hill Top Farm setting in the MISS POTTER movie
• The Beatrix Potter Gallery – an atmospheric 17th century gallery showing original book illustrations and information about Beatrix Potter’s life
For more information visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk For National Trust farm breaks visit: www.golakes.co.uk/enjoythefarm
MISS POTTER Filming Location
A Hop, Skip and Jump Away...
3 hours 10 minutes by direct train from London to Oxenholme 2 hours by direct train from Manchester International airport to Windermere 2 hours by car from Edinburgh to Carlisle 2 hours by car from Newcastle to Kendal
For more information about travelling to and around Cumbria – The Lake District visit the website or call the UK's public transport hotline Traveline on 0870 608 2 608.
• Many local areas of natural beauty including Tarn Hows • The Tower Bank Arms – the Lakeland pub that featured as
Beatrix Potter Visitor Attraction/Location
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Cumbria – The Lake District is also easy to explore once you get here – by car, bus, train and boat. Take in the highlights and get healthy at the same time along the many walking and cycling routes or simply relax on a traditional steamboat as you glide across one of the lakes. Whether you're walking, cycling, sightseeing or shopping try the Cross Lakes Shuttle, a unique and flexible boat-bus-boat service operated by Mountain Goat Tours that takes you right into the heart of Beatrix Potter's favourite countryside areas and villages (for more information visit www.mountain-goat.com or call 015394 45161. Service operates April to October inclusive).
house where she wrote many of her famous children’s stories
The World of Beatrix Potter™Attraction is a unique way to find out more about Beatrix Potter and her amazing creations. A recent £2m refurbishment means that now all 23 Peter Rabbit™ tales are brought to life in a magical indoor recreation of the Lake District countryside. You can call on Jemima Puddle-Duck in the woodland glade, creep into Mr McGregor’s garden with Peter Rabbit and take a journey in the footsteps of Beatrix Potter with the virtual walks. The Emporium and the Tailor of Gloucester Tea Room (winner of a local Food and Drink Award) complete your visit to this unique attraction.
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The World of Beatrix Potter™Attraction, The Old Laundry, Bowness-on-Windermere For more information visit: www.hop-skip-jump.com or call: 015394 88444
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