The tour starts in Windermere and heads towards the Langdale Valley, which is filled with heritage and farmland. On route to the Langdale valley you will drive along the famous Lake Windermere and our Driver/Guide will tell you many stories about our wonderful National Park..
Hawkshead is a charming medieval village full of narrow alleys and characterful squares. It is home to a grammar school which was established back in 1585 and where the famous English poet, William Wordsworth went to school. Overlooking the village on a hill, you can also find St Michael and All Angels Church, that has been there since 16th century. Whilst we're talking about Hawkshead we also must mention the delicious Hawkshead Relish Company, which is definitely worth a visit! Hawkshead is a village where you get a real sense of history and it is a great place to explore, which is why we include it in so many of our tours.
Hawkshead Grammar School in Hawkshead, Cumbria, England was founded in 1585 by Archbishop Edwin Sandys, of York, who petitioned a charter from Queen Elizabeth I to set up a governing body. The early School taught Latin, Greek and sciences, including arithmetic and geometry.
Bowness-on-Windermere is a town in South Lakeland, Cumbria, England. Due to its position on the banks of Windermere, the town has become a tourist honeypot. After a busy day exploring, what better way to relax than with an English afternoon cream tea experience at the Lindeth Howe Country Hotel, once owned by Beatrix Potter herself?Afternoon cream teaEnjoy tea and scones, and soak in the views of some of the famous author's favourite countryside that provided the inspiration for her novels.
You will have time to take in the stunning scenery at Coniston before heading to Tarn Hows. Tarn Hows is another one of the Lake District's hidden gems. It has been the inspiration for many artists and writers and once you visit, you will understand why. After admiring the views, the tour will then take you to the final stop which is a trip to Hawkshead.
Coniston is a beautiful village which is well known for Coniston Water and Donald Campbell CBE, who broke the world water speed record of 276mph. You might also catch a glimpse of a Steam Yacht Gondala that's a rebuilt Victorian steam powered yacht that offers cruises on Coniston Water.
Relax & Enjoy A Scenic Cruise On England's Largest Lake.
Driving through the Langdales you will experience some spectacular views, including views of the Langdale Pikes. The Langdale Pikes are iconic and the most easily recognisable peaks in the Lake District. The Langdales are where you will usually find many native Herdwick Sheep, as they stroll across road and lay out in the fields, it really is a fantastic photo opportunity.
Famous lakeland home of Beatrix Potter. (The property is not open Fridays outside of the UK school holidays or between November - February). When Hill Top is closed we will visit the World Of Beatrix Potter in Bowness to learn more about the author and the characters she created.
Lake District Rail Day Trip From London
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 13 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
08:00 AM
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Return Details :
• Outbound: Train departs London Euston: 08:30 / arrives Oxenholme: 11:08 • Return: Train departs Oxenholme: 18:30 (18:26 Sat) / arrives at London Euston at 21:20 • Your electronic tickets and v.. read more
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Explore an area renowned for its breath-taking scenery, stunning natural beauty and quaint market towns on this fantastic full-day tour to England's largest National Park. Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Windermere and indulge in a spot of traditional Afternoon Tea amidst the tranquil surroundings of one of the most beautiful areas in the country.
Panoramic Small Group Tour of the Lake District
Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Windermere
Visit medieval Hawkshead Village
Drive through the stunning Langdale Valley
Tarn Hows renowned beauty spot
Experience a traditional English cream tea
Return train journey with reserved seating from London
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Itinerary:
The tour starts in Windermere and heads towards the Langdale Valley, which is filled with heritage and farmland. On route to the Langdale valley you will drive along the famous Lake Windermere and our Driver/Guide will tell you many stories about our wonderful National Park..
Hawkshead is a charming medieval village full of narrow alleys and characterful squares. It is home to a grammar school which was established back in 1585 and where the famous English poet, William Wordsworth went to school. Overlooking the village on a hill, you can also find St Michael and All Angels Church, that has been there since 16th century. Whilst we're talking about Hawkshead we also must mention the delicious Hawkshead Relish Company, which is definitely worth a visit! Hawkshead is a village where you get a real sense of history and it is a great place to explore, which is why we include it in so many of our tours.
Hawkshead Grammar School in Hawkshead, Cumbria, England was founded in 1585 by Archbishop Edwin Sandys, of York, who petitioned a charter from Queen Elizabeth I to set up a governing body. The early School taught Latin, Greek and sciences, including arithmetic and geometry.
Bowness-on-Windermere is a town in South Lakeland, Cumbria, England. Due to its position on the banks of Windermere, the town has become a tourist honeypot. After a busy day exploring, what better way to relax than with an English afternoon cream tea experience at the Lindeth Howe Country Hotel, once owned by Beatrix Potter herself? Afternoon cream tea Enjoy tea and scones, and soak in the views of some of the famous author's favourite countryside that provided the inspiration for her novels.
You will have time to take in the stunning scenery at Coniston before heading to Tarn How’s. Tarn Hows is another one of the Lake District's hidden gems. It has been the inspiration for many artists and writers and once you visit, you will understand why. After admiring the views, the tour will then take you to the final stop which is a trip to Hawkshead.
Coniston is a beautiful village which is well known for Coniston Water and Donald Campbell CBE, who broke the world water speed record of 276mph. You might also catch a glimpse of a Steam Yacht Gondala that's a rebuilt Victorian steam powered yacht that offers cruises on Coniston Water.
Relax & Enjoy A Scenic Cruise On England's Largest Lake.
Driving through the Langdale’s you will experience some spectacular views, including views of the Langdale Pikes. The Langdale Pikes are iconic and the most easily recognisable peaks in the Lake District. The Langdale’s are where you will usually find many native Herdwick Sheep, as they stroll across road and lay out in the fields, it really is a fantastic photo opportunity.
Famous lakeland home of Beatrix Potter. (The property is not open Fridays outside of the UK school holidays or between November - February). When Hill Top is closed we will visit the World Of Beatrix Potter in Bowness to learn more about the author and the characters she created.
Inclusions
- Return Rail Journey
- Return Train tickets (between London Euston and Oxenholme Station (reserved seats)
- Free Wi-Fi On Board (Train Only)
- Culinary Aspect (Cream Tea)
- Meet your Expert Guide in Oxenholme
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Lunch
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Outbound: Train departs London Euston: 08:30 / arrives Oxenholme: 11:08
Return: Train departs Oxenholme: 18:30 (18:26 Sat) / arrives at London Euston at 21:20
Your electronic tickets and vouchers will be sent to you one week prior to your scheduled departure date via email (or, if booked within one week then within 24 hours of booking). We would recommend arriving at Euston Station 30 minutes before your scheduled train departure
Please note that the train journey is unescorted. On arrival at Oxenholme station in the Lake District you you will be met by your tour guide and start your Lake District guided tour
Child age: 5-11 yrs inclusive (Children under the age of 5 are not permitted on this Tour)
Itinerary is subject to operational and seasonal variations
We will make every effort to fulfil any requests you have for seating on the train however this cannot be guaranteed
Hill Top House, home of Beatrix Potter, is not open Fridays outside of the UK school holidays or between November - February. When Hill Top is closed we will visit the World Of Beatrix Potter in Bowness.
Traveler Reviews
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Our small group tour with Peter was one of our favorite parts of our trip to England and our favorite of the 5 Evan Evans tours we took during our stay. This is a beautiful part of England and our itinerary was set up very nicely, with visits to Beatrix Potter’s home, Wray Castle, a scenic overlook, free time in Hawkshead village, boat trip on Lake Windermere and a cream tea at a really lovely hotel. We did all that and really never felt rushed or hurried, either. Peter was such a good guide and really seemed to care about all of his guests having a wonderful day out and learning more about a part of the countryside he knows and loves. Even though the weather didn’t cooperate for us as we might have liked, we are so glad we got a chance to take this tour! Highly recommend this tour, especially if you like scenery or are interested in the books and illustrations of Beatrix Potter!
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The tour was great! A truly beautiful part of the world. The tour is very well organised, informative, fun and has a range of activities, including a boat ride. Well worth the day trip!
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Truly loved this tour. Peter was an amazing tour guide. He seems to love what he does and made the trip so memorable for us. We loved the scenery, the history, the boat ride and tea. We also enjoyed getting to know people from other countries. I highly recommend this tour.
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Our guide Peter was courteous, knowledgeable and a great driver. The natural scenes were breathtaking, although the rain wasn’t giving us a break. The day was pleasant and the cream tea hit the spot. The train ride was very comfortable and the tickets were assigned in Premier cabins. Overall very satisfied with the day tour.
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Gerry from mountain goat tours was an excellent guide and story teller. Kept us entertained throughout
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We had a wonderful day. Peter our tour guide was welcoming and helpful, and had a great knowledge about the place history. The ride was lovely we had reasonable time to enjoy all stops and the cream tea was amazing. To be honest I has some doubts about the feasibility of visiting the Lake District in a day trip from London. But I think this is great if you are short of time and wish to have a taste of Lake District and don’t mind the 3h each way train journey.
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This was an amazing tour! Definitely worth the time on the train from London to Kendal and back. Our tour guide, Peter, was very friendly, passionate and well-informed about the history of Beatrix Potter and the Lake District. We were taken to a few breathtaking destinations around Windermere with just enough time at each spot to take photos and walk around. Lunchtime is spent in Hawkshead and if you’re not hungry you should check out the Beatrix Potter Gallery where you can view some of her original illustrations (there is a fee to get in). And it was a perfect ending to a perfect day with the ferry across the lake and finishing up with tea and scones at Lindeth Howe – just enough of a pick-me-up for the train back to London.
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I’m quite picky about my trips and I can say this one was lovely. Even though there are still some changes from COVID, the directions to get to the train were simple and clear. My tour guide was right there when I arrived in Oxenholme and so friendly! Although it was a rainy day (with rain off and on) it seemed the rain stopped every place we stopped for an experience or just for photos. The Lake District is not to be missed! Such beauty. I also loved the included cream tea at the end at Beatrix Potters house which is now a lovely hotel. Yes it is a very long day, but it didn’t feel like it. I would say our guide Graham was also part of the highlight. So very knowledgeable and friendly.
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From the moment that Peter of Mountaingoat picked us up at the train station to to time he returned us there a few hours later there was never a dull moment. His tour guide comments about the Lake District were informative, delightful, and entertaining. His historical knowledge of the Romans and Vikings and how they connected to the Lake District was awesome. Thank you to Evan Evans for such an excellent day tour and an extra special thank you to PETER for a wonderful day.
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My mother, daughter and myself traveled to London for a three generations trip. We booked this trip before leaving the US and were not sure what to expect. We could not stop talking about how much we enjoyed this trip. Even though there was a light rain most of the day, we did not care. We were enjoying ourselves so much! We met the agent from Evan Evans group and received our tickets and instructions. Everything went smoothly, just like the agent explained to us. When we arrived at Oxenholme we were met by Peter, our guide from Mountain Goat tours. He was so knowledgeable about the history of area. He was funny and took his time with us. We did not feel rushed at all. The lake cruise was nice too. My 78 year old mother said she would definitely do this trip again. I agree with her. This was the best part of our trip to the UK.
