Literary Connections

Lake District National Park - Famouse Lake District Writers www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/learning/archaeologyhistory/famouswriters

The spectacular landscape of the Lake District has been a huge influence on some of England's best-known writers. In particular the Romantic poets of the late eighteenth and nineteenth century such as William Wordsworth, Samuel Coleridge, Thomas de Quincey and John Ruskin were hugely affected by their surroundings.

Also many children's authors have drawn inspiration from the landscape, such as Beatrix Potter, Arthur Ransome and even the creator of Postman Pat.

Another hugely influential writer on the Lake District is Alfred Wainwright, author of many walking guides to the area.

Wordsworth Grasmere www.wordsworth.org.uk

Dove Cottage, Museum, Garden-Orchard, Woodland and Shop

In 1799 William Wordsworth arrived in Grasmere aged 29, largely unknown and writing innovative poetry in a new style. Whilst living at Dove Cottage with his family, Wordsworth wrote many of his greatest poems and his sister Dorothy kept her Grasmere journal. Visit Wordsworth Grasmere and discover the story of this remarkable time in his life.

The World of Beatrix Potter www.hop-skip-jump.com

The World of Beatrix Potter™ is a vibrant family Attraction bringing to life Beatrix Potter’s enchanting stories in a magical recreation of the beautiful Lake District countryside.  The exhibition features favourite characters from the famous books, an award-winning outdoor Peter Rabbit Garden,  a superb character-themed family-friendly café and world-famous gift shop ensuring all generations of visitors can experience a little bit of Beatrix Potter magic.

Hill Top - Beatrix Potter's farmhouse www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/hill-top 

Enjoy the tale of Beatrix Potter by visiting Hill Top. Full of her favourite things, it was the place that inspired her stories and her love for the Lake District. 

The lovely cottage garden is a haphazard mix of flowers, herbs, fruit and vegetables. Make your way up the garden path to the front door and see for yourself why Beatrix loved this place. Bought in 1905 with proceeds from her first book, the Tale of Peter Rabbit, she used Hill Top itself and the surrounding countryside as inspiration for many of her subsequent books.

Brantwood - The historic home of John Ruskin www.brantwood.org.uk

Discover the world of John Ruskin at Brantwood, a historic house and vibrant centre for the arts on the shores of Coniston Water. Explore the character of its famous resident through displays and activities in the house, gardens, and estate.