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This eBook offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet's latest The Lake District guide book and includes:

• Coniston, Hawkshead & Around chapter

• Lake District History, Culture & Environment and Directory, Transport & Health

• Coniston, Hawkshead & Around maps

Welcome to Peter Rabbit country! Keep an eye out for Peter, Mrs Tittlemouse and their furry friends as you cruise tranquil Coniston Water, bike Grizedale Forest's shady trails, check out William Wordsworth's old school and - of course - visit Beatrix Potter's idyllic farmhouse, Hill Top.

This guide is the result of research by dedicated authors and local experts who immersed themselves in Coniston, Hawkshead & Around, finding unique experiences, and sharing practical and honest advice, so you come away informed and amazed. This guide includes up-to-date reviews of the best places to stay, eat, sights, cultural information, maps, transport tips and a few best kept secrets – all the essentials to get to the heart of Coniston, Hawkshead & Around.

Coverage includes:

• History, Culture, Literary Lakes, Food & Drink, Environment, Directory, Transport and Health

• Coniston, Hawkshead & around, Tarn Hows, Grizedale Forest, Hill Top & Near Sawrey, Wray Castle & Claife Heights.

Lonely Planet's The Lake District guide is researched and written by Oliver Berry