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The World of Beatrix PotterT Attraction
Bowness-on-Windermere, English Lake District, Cumbria
(7 minutes)
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an indoor re-creation of the Lakeland countryside, discover
Peter RabbitT eating radishes in Mr. McGregor's garden;
see Jemima Puddle-duckT amongst the foxgloves; and Mrs.
Tiggy-winkle, the washerwoman, bustling about in her kitchen
- the Lakeland tales of Beatrix Potter brought lovingly
to life.
The World of Beatrix PotterT is an essential part of any
Lake District holiday.
Where else can you wander past Mr Jeremy Fisher's pond
and walk right through Squirrel Nutkin's old oak tree?
You can also learn more about the untold story of Beatrix
Potter's life, in the Hidden Beatrix Potter presentation
and video wall.
Hilltop, the home of Beatrix Potter, is 20 minutes from
the Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel.
Aquarium of the Lakes
Lakeside, English Lake District, Cumbria (20 minutes)
drive
or by boat from Waterhead or Bowness
http://www.aquariumofthelakes.co.uk
The award-winning Aquarium of the Lakes takes you on a
journey to discover the fascinating array of life found
in and around the Lakes. You'll be amazed, you'll be entertained
- and you'll gain a unique insight into the secret world
that lies hidden beneath the surface.
Hipshow Riding Stables
A family run business which caters for all riding abilities
and ages. They are situated in one of the quietest and most
beautiful parts of the Lake District. There are over 120
acres of private farmland with small cross country obstacles.
Endless bridleways and quiet country lanes offering fantastic
variety of rides.
Windermere Lake Cruises
Windmere, English Lake District, Cumbria (4 minutes)
http://www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk
Enjoy some of the Lake District's most beautiful scenery
courtesy of Windermere Lake Cruises. It takes three hours
to sail around the whole lake. A freedom ticket allows unlimited
travel on all scheduled launch and steamer services sailing
between Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside, and on island cruises
from Bowness, circular cruises from Lakeside, the Fell Foot
ferry and the Brockhole service from Ambleside.
Dove Cottage & Rydal Mount
Grasmere, English Lake District, Cumbria (10 minutes)
http://www.wordsworthlakes.co.uk
Dove Cottage was the home of William Wordsworth between
1799 and 1808. Guided tours of the cottage are available.
The award winning Wordsworth Museum displayed a unique collection
of manuscripts, books and paintings interpreting the life
of Wordsworth. Rydal Mount was home to Wordsworth between
1813 and 1850.
Windermere Golf Course
Windmere, English Lake District, Cumbria (10 minutes)
http://www.windermeregolfclub.net
An idyllic 18 hole golf course with breathtaking Lakeland
views. The course has an excellent clubhouse and pro golf
shop. The hotel proprietors are active members.
Guests at Holbeck Ghyll receive a preferential rate of £30
per round [reduced from £38]. Golf tuition is available
7 days a week [10% discount on lesson price]. Contact: Simon
Edwards, PGA Professional on 015394 43550
Holker Hall: Holker Estate and Award Winning Gardens
Levens Hall and Gardens
Levens near Kendal, English Lake District, Cumbria (20
minutes)
Levens Hall has great topiary gardens, situated on the
edge of the Lake District
Brantwood House and Gardens
Coniston, English Lake District, Cumbria
Brantwood House is the house which John Ruskin used during
his lifetime.
www.brantwood.org.uk
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