The World of Beatrix Potter
The Old Laundry, Crag Brow
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About The World of Beatrix Potter
Step into the magical tales of Peter Rabbit and friends through immersive displays recreating beloved characters and scenes. Complete with an enchanting garden, restaurant and facilities for families.
What's nearby
- Seafarers next door
- The Victoria Wood Theatre next door
- Holly Cottage Guest House next door
- The Albert next door
- World of Beatrix Potter Attraction Shop next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
This was the absolute best of our summer trip to the Lakes this summer! Our baby (18m) absolute loved it! He was squeaking with joy every minute of the stay! Me, as an adult - I still enjoyed every figurine, every picture, every character.. such a lovely place! Especially the garden. The fridge magnets with family photo.. perhaps not the highest quality ;) but overall - beautiful thing to see with small children (or without!). Probably up to an hour of fun.
· via Google
This was one of the loveliest places weve visited! Well worth a visit!! Even if you aren't a Beatrix Potter fan (I mean, who isn't right!?) The place is immaculate and displays are really well kept! You could walk around in 45mins but if you take your time and read/Interactive with all the information and screens its well over a couple of hours. The gift shop is something else!!! Stunning!!!!! But expensive. Can't wait to come back next year!
· via Google
My partner (36) and I (60) visited here on a Wednesday morning. We hadn't prebooked, but didn't have to queue up. We were informed that there was a school group inside, we could hear them, but they were not a problem. We were initially shown into the first room where we sat for a brief explanation about the attraction and the history. The door then opened automatically and we were able to walk around and see the various animal scenes as well as the little mice and insects like ladybirds throughout the attraction. The main displays were 3D representations of various pictures in the Beatrix Potter books. Some were stationary and some were animated. There are information boards for each display, although we didn't read them all. There's also an outdoor section for Mr McGregor's garden. We only spent about an hour here, but if you have children doing the trail and/or you read all the information boards, you will take longer. After our visit, we went across the road to the Peter Rabbit cafe for lunch. I would recommend The World of Beatrix Potter especially if you have young children.
· via Google
Just finished visiting the World of Beatrix Potter in Windermere! Be careful that，no photography or video recording during the performance. The Highlight: The live theatre show was so much fun and engaging! It's absolutely perfect if you are bringing kids along, they will be completely captivated. Inside the Museum: The interior is filled with beautifully crafted 3D miniatures and dioramas bringing the stories to life, alongside a great introduction to Miss Beatrix Potter and the history of Peter Rabbit. Honest Advice: This is definitely a family-oriented attraction. If you are an adult who isn't particularly interested in Peter Rabbit, you can probably skip this one. You might find it a bit too geared towards younger children, so just browsing the massive gift shop at the entrance would be enough!
· via Google
Visitors say this attraction features beautifully crafted 3D displays and models of Beatrix Potter's characters, making it a magical and informative experience for all ages. They also highlight the engaging activities for children, such as interactive games and activity books. Guests mention the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the spotless restrooms and well-maintained facilities.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, LA23 3BX Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (6,273 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Bowness-on-Windermere