Top Rated Attractions in Hawkshead

The St Michael and All Angels Church is a lovely parish church that dates back to the 14th Century. The church is a highly active and conducts regular services and prayers. The church is known for the various events it conducts throughout the year. For more details about the St Michael and All Angels Church, please visit the website.

Flanked by the serene lakes of Windermere and Coniston, Grizedale Forest is an enchanting escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, this ethereal destination is ideal to bring in a fun-filled day with your family. The sprawling woodlands here are riddled with well-marked trails that lead intrepid travelers across rolling hills and scenic vistas. Also found here is an inviting visitor center, which serves as an ideal starting point for your forest adventures. Along with a few picnic spots and a playground for kids, the visitor center here is also home to a café, where you can replenish after a thrilling day spent in the confines of the majestic Grizedale Forest.

Get a feel of how grammar was taught and learned years ago in England. The Hawkshead Grammar School Museum also houses a unique collection of artifacts relating to the ancient school, some of which even date back to the 16th Century. Upon entry, visitors are welcomed with a short talk on the school, after which they can examine the schoolroom and the display upstairs. Operated by Hawkshead Grammar School Foundation, they also provide grants to young people to assist their education further along with vocational training or even as far as entry into work.

First Beatrix Potter charmed the children of the world with the anthropomorphic bunnies and rabbits in her vividly illustrated storybooks, then she led the charge toward preserving the sanctity of the very woodlands from whence she drew the initial inspiration for her furry characters. This gallery, operated by the National Trust (of which Miss Potter was a staunch early advocate), pays tribute to all of the author's endeavors, displaying a rotating selection of original artwork in the heart of the fertile Lake District she loved so well. Hands-on children's activities are available for the little ones. Operational hours vary from day to day please check the website for more details.