A brand new Peter Rabbit Tale

Our shop news this time around includes details of a new Peter Rabbit tale. Yes! a brand new story starring the naughty bunny. How can this be? Well, actress Emma Thompson has written a new tale. To find out more about this (and how Christmas has already come to Hill Top shop, yes we know it's only July!) read our latest Shop News with its guide to what's new in our Hill Top and Hawkshead National Trust shops click here  (opens in a new window).

If you'd like to contact our shops call 015394 36471 or e-mail shop.hilltop@nationaltrust.org.uk

post by Linda | Guide by Melanie

Say Hello to Hetty the Herdwick

Our brand new character Hetty the Herdwick bows in (or should that be 'baas in'!)

Hetty the Herdwick came about when creative company, Colour Heroes were invited to Beatrix Potter's Hill Top, to discuss how we could create a children’s activity book that would motivate sofa-bound children to explore, and learn of Beatrix Potter's farming connections to this landscape and the many unique Lakeland customs. As custodians of a quarter of the Lake District, the National Trust wanted to create something for our younger audience and their families, to promote the coolest things to do in the countryside and to show them how we care for this diverse landscape.

The new children’s activity book is filled from cover to cover with facts and activities and lovely images, following Hetty the Herdwick on her journey through the Lakes. Children can try everything from creating their own secret code, like Beatrix Potter, to being a poo detective! This lovely new activity book retails at only £5 and is packed with information and activities to keep children (and adults) entertained for hours!

Other Gift ideas including Fathers Day ...
Here's a guide to the other exciting things available in our Hill Top and Hawkshead National Trust shops, including our exclusive Limited Edition Peter Rabbit book - a 'must' for serious Beatrix Potter collectors.

Open publication - Free publishing - More hawkshead

(If you can't see the guide here click this link to go direct to it, opens in a new window.)

You can visit our shops in person; or phone Hill Top Shop on 015394 36269; Hawkshead shop on 015394 36471; or e-mail: hilltop.shop@nationaltrust.org.uk

Post & guide content by Melanie, our Retail Supervisor

For Beatrix Potter collectors everywhere

Beatrix Potter fans include a dedicated group of collectors and 2012 is a dream year for them.

The retail team at Hill Top and the Beatrix Potter Gallery have put together a great guide to the special books being published this year.

Open publication - Free publishing - More 2012
(If you can't see the guide here click this link to go direct to it, opens in a new window.)

With limited edition anniversary books and lovely additions to the range there's something for everyone this year. Visit the shops in person; or phone Hill Top Shop on 015394 36269; Hawkshead shop on 015394 36471; or e-mail: hilltop.shop@nationaltrust.org.uk

In NT Retail - We're thinking about the summer already!

We may just have got rid of the snow but already we're planning for the months ahead - so what will you find in our shops this summer?

Our Guide
In our guide to spring & summer ranges 2012 you'll get a preview of what's coming onto our shelves; and find out how the South Lakes retail team is giving you great affordable quality along with the warm fuzzy glow from the chance to support our conservation work in the local area.


Visit our NT shops at Hill Top and Hawkshead, we're open 7 days a week.

post by Linda
2012 guide & photos by Melanie