Top 9 Historical & Heritage Tours in Kendal, England

You get to see: • Wray Castle where Beatrix spent her 16th birthday and first discovered the Lake District where she was to later make her home. • Hill Top, the house which Beatrix bought from the money she made from the publication of Peter Rabbit. • Esthwaite Water where Beatrix fished from her boat. • Hawkshead village • Beatrix Potter Gallery to see the original illustrations by Beatrix, including the famous copy she made of the Peter Rabbit letter. • Tarn Hows bought by Beatrix  and regarded as one of the most beautiful places in the Lake District. • Yewdale Valley where Beatrix owned farms and land including Yew Tree Farm used in the film Miss Potter. • Armitt Library & Museum to see Beatrix's stunningly detailed mycology illustrations and other artefacts

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Knowledgeable guide available throughout the tour, Qualified driver in addition to guide for your safety, Plenty of time to enjoy every stop we make, Lunch stop in Hawkshead

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Join this five-day adventure exploring York and the Lake District from London, where you'll savour beautiful scenery in the Lake District and visit Stratford-upon-Avon and Cambridge as you travel through the heart of Britain. This small-group tour will you'll take you on a journey of spectacular scenery, literary legends and historic cities... • Enjoy the stunning landscapes of the Lake District and historic cities like York and Cambridge • See the homes iconic literary figures William Shakespeare, William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter • See the Magna Carta in Lincoln Castle, take-in the imposing York Minster and visit King's College Chapel, Cambridge • Small-groups with a maximum of 16 passengers, starting & finishing in London • Includes: 4-nights accommodation, Tour Leader and minibus transportation

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 4-nights en-suite accommodation, Driver/guide, Transportation in air-conditioned minibus, Small-group tour (max. 16 passengers)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

This tour takes you to: • Drive through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside • Visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum & Graveyard • Guided walk around Haworth, unchanged since the Brontes lived there • Visit romantic gothic ruins of Wycoller Hall, “Ferndean Manor” of Jane Eyre

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Knowledgeable guide available throughout the tour, Qualified driver in addition to guide for your safety, Small group size for a more intimate experience, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Discover the spectacular mountain landscapes of the Lake District without having to go hiking!  Enjoy this minibus tour of the national park’s high mountain passes. Absorb incredible views from the Wrynose and Hardknott Mountain Passes, and the superb panoramas from Wastwater, voted Britain’s best view.

Inclusions: Transport in a small mini-coach, On-board commentary in English

Exclusions: Food & drink, Additional Entrance fees, Driver’s gratuity (Optional)

If you’re short on time in the Lake District then we have got the ideal afternoon scenic tour for you. The tour will focus on the famous valleys of Great and Little Langdale, with time to take in the picturesque view at Tarn Hows. You will also enjoy the view at Coniston Water and the lovely village of Hawkshead.

Inclusions: Transport in a small mini-coach, On-board commentary in English

Exclusions: Food & Drink

This tour goes to places where regular service buses cannot reach. We allow plenty of time to take photos and to take in the areas of interest and impressive landscape. Lunch is taken in the beautiful village of Grasmere where you can buy yourself some of the world famous delicious Grasmere Gingerbread; the only place in the world where it is made and sold. See also Hill Top, home of children's writer Beatrix Potter and revered English poet William Wordsworth Grammar school at Hawkshead and his home Dove Cottage, and family graves at Grasmere.

Inclusions: Places of historic and literary interest and of outstanding natural beauty. Romans, Viking places.

Exclusions: Lunch

Our Private Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall Tour is the perfect opportunity for small groups of friends or family to enjoy their very own Private Tour. Our luxury, spacious 16 seater minibuses will allow you to travel the Wall in style. This tour journeys along segments of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Hadrian’s Wall tour travels out of the Lake District for the day and up to the Scottish Borders. The main focus of the day is the ‘Wall’ which we travel along exploring its remains of towers and landmarks. During your day you will have time to enjoy the Roman Army Museum, exploring the history of the Romans and learning what it was like to work on the ‘Wall’. A new addition to the tour is Vindolanda, a Roman settlement, one of Europe's largest excavation sites and is still being worked on today. Please note that some or all of the attractions may not be open. Your driver guide will check on the day and discuss the alternative options open to you.

Inclusions: Driver/Guide for the day;, On board commentary in English., Transport in a Mercedes Sprinter (16 seater), Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch and refreshments., Entrance fees, unless specified., Entry to Vindolanda & Roman Army Museum

If you’re short on time in the Lake District then this morning tour is a fantastic way to see a lot in not much time. Not only will you see six different Lakes (also called Tarns, Meres and Waters) you go over Kirkstone pass, take in the views at Castlerigg Stone Circle and visit the Village of Grasmere.

Inclusions: On-board commentary in English, Transport in a small mini-coach

Exclusions: Drivers gratuity (Optional), Food & drink, Additional Entrance fees

Experience a wonderful day out in Lake District and get a glimpse of England’s popular vacation destination famous for its glacial ribbon lakes, rugged fell mountains, and historic literary associations. Travel on winding country roads, through picturesque villages and past cute cottages. Enjoy a cruise with spectacular panoramic views on England’s largest Lake, Windermere, so make sure you take your camera! Visit the charming village of Hawkshead, a medieval settlement originally owned by the monks of Furness Abbey. Its church dates back to 1300, and famed poet Wordsworth studied at Hawkshead’s grammar school! Photo stop at Tarn Hows- This is a beautiful and peaceful setting with Mountains in the background. You may even see some of the famous Herdwick Sheep grazing. You will then enjoy a deliciously British cream tea at Beatrix Potter’s family home, Lindeth Howe. At the end of the day your guide will escort you to the train station for your return journey back to London.

Inclusions: Guided tour of the Lake District, Roundtrip train tickets between London and Oxenholme with reserved seating, Scenic cruise on Lake Windermere, Afternoon Cream tea at Beatrix Potter's own home Lindeth Howe , Visit to Hawkshead Village, Admission to Beatrix Potter's Hill Top house (summer only), Live Commentary in English, Professional guide in Lake District, Small group guided tour in Lake District, 1st Class train tickets include meals on board (if option selected at the time of booking)

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Hotel Transfer