A Tale of Beatrix Potter: Artistic Immersion in the Lake District

June 1-7, 2027

A world of inspiration and illustration

Artistic immersion into the quaint, nostalgic world of Beatrix Potter’s artistry

This journey is designed for families and individuals to experience a creative immersion into the life and legacy of the world’s most famous children’s author-illustrator. On this fantastical tour, you will walk through Beatrix Potter’s plein art locations: vibrant forests, lush gardens, and quintessential villages. Absorb the beauty that inspired 23 tales about Peter Rabbit and his friends, as well as Beatrix’s original scientific drawings and water-colored illustrations. Experience Beatrix’s life as an illustrator, author, farmer, and environmentalist; participate in the activities she loved and wrote about. This curated journey will unveil the artist inside of you (and your children) and establish an easel for creating your own memories together.

WHO THIS JOURNEY IS DESIGNED FOR

Parents seeking thoughtful, creative interactions with their children
Those inspired by art, literature, and storytelling
Nature-lovers and gardeners
Readers who enjoy the English countryside pictured in Beatrix Potter’s books
Travelers who want to create art in many forms
Beatrix Potter readers and fans

INTENTIONAL UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Geocaching at a castle where Beatrix Potter lived
English farmhouse cooking experience
Scavenger hunt through Beatrix Potter’s garden
World-famous Grassmere Gingerbread tasting
Painting workshop to learn Beatrix Potter’s unique pen and watercolor techniques
Bonding with Herdwick sheep on a Beatrix Potter farm (and the film location for Miss Potter, 2006)
Storytelling workshop (in Beatrix Potter style) with a published author
Private trout fishing experience on Esthwaite Water, where Beatrix loved to fish
Guided walk and nature quest through national forests and farmlands protected by Beatrix Potter

Pricing and Important Travel Information

Land Only Package
(Airfare to Manchester, UK are not included.)

Double Occupancy

$4,498.00 per person
Based on two guests sharing one room.

Guests registering together may request either:

One shared bed
Two separate beds

Room configurations are based on availability and will be confirmed as part of the registration process.

Traveling Solo?

Many of our guests join La Belle Route experiences on their own, and we welcome solo travelers.

If you are traveling independently but would like to share a room, you may request to be paired with another solo traveler. We will do our best to match interested guests; however, roommate pairings are not guaranteed and depend on availability.

If a roommate match is not available, the single occupancy rate will apply.

Triple Occupancy (adults and children under 13)

$4,279.00 per person

Either one adult and 2 children or 2 adults and 1 child sharing the same room. Max room occupancy is 3.

Single Occupancy

$5,359.00 per person
Includes your own private room throughout the journey.

A limited number of rooms are available. Early registration is recommended to secure your preferred room type.

Art, Nature & Storytelling

At a glance

Artistic immersion into the quaint, nostalgic world of Beatrix Potter’s artistry

Pricing and Important Travel Information

Map

Day 1 - A Country Escape in Grassmere

Arrival, Geocaching, and Gingerbread in Grassmere

Arrival in Manchester with bus transfer to hotel

Arrival in Manchester with bus transfer to hotel (90 min. drive from Manchester to hotel) in Ambleside, Windemere, or Hawkshead.

Geocaching at Wray Castle

Go geocaching at Wray Castle, Beatrix Potter’s summer home; take in panoramic views of the area.

Snack on gingerbread at Grassmere Gingerbread

Snack on gingerbread at Grassmere Gingerbread, known for its world-famous homemade gingerbread.

Shop in Peter Rabbit and Friends store

Shop in Peter Rabbit and Friends store in Grassmere.

Evening reading: The Tale of Peter Rabbit and The Tale of Benjamin Bunny

Evening reading: The Tale of Peter Rabbit and The Tale of Benjamin Bunny.

Day 2 - Home Sweet Home (Sawyer & Windermere)

Explore Hill Top Farm and Windermere

Explore Beatrix Potter’s home and gardens at Hill Top Farm

Explore Beatrix Potter’s home and gardens at Hill Top Farm and find scenes from her books.

Lunch at The Peter Rabbit Café in Windermere

Lunch at The Peter Rabbit Café in Windermere.

Tour the World of Beatrix Potter in Windemere

Tour the World of Beatrix Potter in Windemere.

Evening reading: The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies and The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse

Evening reading: The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies and The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse.

Day 3 - Behind the Easel (Ambleside)

Artistic Discovery and Watercolor Workshop in Ambleside

Visit the Armitt Museum Gallery Library

Enjoy a private viewing of Beatrix Potter’s original scientific watercolors, in addition to local historical and archeological artifacts.

Private plein-air art watercolor workshop

Enjoy a private plein-air art watercolor workshop, where you will learn to sketch and draw, using Beatrix Potter’s techniques.

Stroll through Ambleside’s galleries

Stroll through Ambleside’s galleries on your way to dinner at a local pub.

Evening reading: The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck and The Tale of Two Bad Mice

Evening reading: The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck and The Tale of Two Bad Mice.

Day 4 - Down on the Farm (Coniston)

Sheep Farming and Arts at Yew Tree Farm

Meet and photograph herdies at The Yew Tree Herdwick Sheep Farm

Meet and photograph “herdies” at The Yew Tree Herdwick Sheep Farm, owned by Beatrix Potter.

Farm lunch at the café

Enjoy a farm lunch at the café and visit the gift shop.

Arts & crafts workshop with Jo McGrath

Participate in an arts & crafts workshop with local professional animal artist Jo McGrath at Yew Tree Farm.

Evening reading: The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin

Evening reading: The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin.

Day 5 - Exploring Nature

Fishing, Scenic Walks, and Nature Scavenger Hunt

Private guided trout fishing expedition on Esthwaite Water

Private guided trout fishing expedition on Esthwaite Water.

Cumbrian lunch at the Lakeside Cafe

Enjoy a Cumbrian lunch at the Lakeside Cafe.

Nature scavenger hunt and walk at Tarn How

Participate in a nature scavenger hunt as you walk Tarn How, a circular scenic hike nearby.

Evening reading: The Tale of Jeremy Fisher and The Tale of Mr. Tod

Evening reading: The Tale of Jeremy Fisher and The Tale of Mr. Tod.

Day 6 - Going to Town (Keswick & Hawkshead)

Village Markets, Craft Workshop, Farewell Dinner

Shop in local stores and Keswick’s famous open-air markets

Shop in local stores and Keswick’s famous open-air markets: buy a hand-made wool sweater, savor some fish n’ chips, or stock up on Beatrix Potter merchandise.

Cumbrian craft workshop or cooking class

Enjoy a Cumbrian craft workshop with Annie Starbrick or take a Cumbrian cooking class.

Visit Tabitha Twitchit’s Bookstore in Hawkshead

Pop into Tabitha Twitchit’s Bookstore in Hawkshead, a quintessential Cumbrian town in the National Trust.

Farewell dinner

Farewell dinner.

Evening reading: The Tale of Sam Wiskers or the Roly-Poly Pudding and The Tailor of Gloucester

Evening reading: The Tale of Sam Wiskers or the Roly-Poly Pudding and The Tailor of Gloucester.

Day 7 - Transfer to Manchester, Fly Home

Bus Transfer to Manchester for Departure

Bus departs for Manchester for all flights

Bus departs for Manchester for all flights.

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1. Wray Castle

Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0JA, United Kingdom

2. Grasmere Gingerbread

Church Cottage, Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9SW, United Kingdom

3. Peter Rabbit and Friends Store

Broadgate House, Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9TA, United Kingdom

4. Hill Top Farm

Near Sawrey, Ambleside LA22 0LF, United Kingdom

5. The Peter Rabbit Café

Unit 1, St Martin's Courtyard, Windermere LA23 3EF, United Kingdom

6. The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BX, United Kingdom

7. The Armitt Museum

Rydal Rd, Ambleside LA22 9BL, United Kingdom

8. Yew Tree Farm

Coniston, Cumbria LA21 8DP, United Kingdom

9. Esthwaite Water

Near Hawkshead, Cumbria LA22 0QF, United Kingdom

10. Tarn Hows

Coniston, Cumbria LA21 8AQ, United Kingdom

11. Keswick Market

Market Square, Keswick CA12 5JR, United Kingdom

12. Tabitha Twitchit’s Bookstore (Hawkshead)

Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NT, United Kingdom

13. Manchester Airport

Manchester M90 1QX, United Kingdom