Traveller's Guide to the South and Central Lakes

50 Hawkshead In the heart of the South and Central Lakes lies Hawkshead. Its cobbled streets and clusters of whitewashed cottages huddled around secluded courtyards give the village a sense of intimacy that is rarely found elsewhere in the Lake District. With quirky shops, ancient coaching inns and cosy tea rooms, Hawkshead has everything for an unhurried afternoon sojourn. Beatrix Potter was particularly fond of Hawkshead, having spent holidays in the area with her parents. In 1905 she bought Hill Top Farm at Near Sawrey on the proceeds from her recently published book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Hawkshead Parish Church Lots of routes to explore Quirky shops and cosy pubs Essential Information Tourist Information Centre: 015394 36945 OS Map for planning walks/rides: OS Explorer Map OL 7 For bus times on the move, call: Traveline 0871 200 22 33 Enjoy a bike ride