Beatrix Potter Collection

Hill Top, home of Beatrix Potter, near Sawrey, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hilltop, Sawrey, near Ambleside, the home of Beatrix Potter, famous author of childrens books, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hilltop, the home of Beatrix Potter, from the kitchen garden, Near Sawrey, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beatrix Potter Farm, Kirkstone Pass, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beatrix Potter and William Heelis on their wedding day (b / w photo)
3651962 Beatrix Potter and William Heelis on their wedding day (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-Tail had bread and milk and blackberries for dinner, 1916
Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-Tail had bread and milk and blackberries for dinner, from The Tale of Peter Rabbit, pub. 1916 (colour lithograph), 1916

Hilltop, the home of Beatrix Potter, Near Sawrey, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beatrix Potter in 1943 (b / w photo)
3651970 Beatrix Potter in 1943 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beatrix Potter in 1943)

Norman Warne, with one of the many children who came to Bedford Square (b / w photo)
3651985 Norman Warne, with one of the many children who came to Bedford Square (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norman Warne)

Agaricus augustus, 1893-95 (watercolour on paper)
7333509 Agaricus augustus, 1893-95 (watercolour on paper) by Potter, Helen Beatrix (1864-1943); 23x18 cm; Perth Museum & Art Gallery, Scotland; (add.info.: Artist: Potter, Helen Beatrix (b.1866)

Beatrix Potter at fifteen (b / w photo)
3651965 Beatrix Potter at fifteen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beatrix Potter at fifteen)

Rupert Potter (b / w photo)
3651959 Rupert Potter (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rupert Potter. Illustration for The Tale of Beatrix Potter)

Bertram, Mr Potter and Beatrix at Wray Castle (b / w photo)
3651964 Bertram, Mr Potter and Beatrix at Wray Castle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertram, Mr Potter and Beatrix at Wray Castle)

Edmund Potter, MP, Beatrix Potters paternal grandfather (b / w photo)
3651960 Edmund Potter, MP, Beatrix Potters paternal grandfather (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmund Potter, MP)

Beatrix Potter and Mr Gaskell, in Scotland (b / w photo)
3651983 Beatrix Potter and Mr Gaskell, in Scotland (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beatrix Potter and Mr Gaskell, in Scotland)

She... added a little frilled white cap to her attire when she considered it proper (b / w photo)
3651969 She... added a little frilled white cap to her attire when she considered it proper (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: She)

Mrs Hellis of Sawrey (b / w photo)
3651968 Mrs Hellis of Sawrey (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Hellis of Sawrey)

Beatrix Potter, with toy rabbit, and one of her cousins (b / w photo)
3651967 Beatrix Potter, with toy rabbit, and one of her cousins (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beatrix Potter, with toy rabbit)

Canon Rawnsley and Beatrix Potter at Windermere in 1912 (b / w photo)
3651963 Canon Rawnsley and Beatrix Potter at Windermere in 1912 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mrs Potter (b / w photo)
3651961 Mrs Potter (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Potter. Illustration for The Tale of Beatrix Potter)

Rupert Potter, Beatrix and a friend during one of the Scottish holidays (b / w photo)
3651966 Rupert Potter, Beatrix and a friend during one of the Scottish holidays (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rupert Potter)

Beatrix Potter at Seventeen (b / w photo)
3651977 Beatrix Potter at Seventeen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beatrix Potter at Seventeen)

Goscar (Gods Rock) and Croft Terrace, Tenby, Wales, 1870s. Creator: Francis Bedford
Goscar (Gods Rock) and Croft Terrace, Tenby, Wales, 1870s

Then old Mrs Rabbit …. went through the wood to the bakers, from The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Then old Mrs Rabbit ….went through the wood to the baker s, from The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter, pub. 1916 (colour lithograph), 1916

Peter never stopped running, from The Tale of Peter Rabbit, pub. 1916 (colour lithograph), 1916

Buckle Yeat, detail of local cottage in Near Sawrey, featured in some of Beatrix Potters childrens books, Lake District, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Wray Castle on the shore of Lake Windermere, a holiday home of Beatrix Potter, famous author of childrens stories, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Castle Farm, Sawrey, the marital home of Beatrix Potter, famous author of childrens stories, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beatrix Potters house, near Sawrey, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Beatrix Potter, the famous author of beloved children's books, found inspiration and solace in her enchanting home at Hilltop in Sawrey, near Ambleside. Nestled within the breathtaking Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England, this idyllic location was a haven for her creativity. From the kitchen garden of Hilltop, Beatrix Potter would often find herself captivated by the beauty that surrounded her. The rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of Near Sawrey served as a constant muse for her imaginative tales. Not only did Beatrix Potter find joy within the walls of Hilltop, but she also ventured out to explore other parts of the Lake District National Park. One such place was Beatrix Potter Farm located at Kirkstone Pass. Here she immersed herself in nature's splendor while gathering inspiration for future stories. Beyond her literary accomplishments, Beatrix Potter had personal milestones captured on film. A black and white photograph immortalizes her wedding day with William Heelis—a cherished memory frozen in time. Another snapshot from 1943 showcases an older yet still vibrant Beatrix Potter. Hilltop remains an iconic symbol of Beatrix Potter's legacy—an enduring testament to her love for nature and storytelling. Visitors can step into her world and experience firsthand the magic that inspired timeless characters like Peter Rabbit. As we reflect on Agaricus augustus—a watercolor masterpiece created between 1893-95—we witness not just an artist's skill but also a deep connection to nature that defined Beatrix Potter's work throughout her life. Even at fifteen years old, a young Beatrix is captured through another black and white photograph—her passion evident even then—as she embarked on a journey destined to leave an indelible mark on children's literature forever.