hawkshead art & culture...

Beatrix Potter Gallery,Hawkshead

Discover the life and work of Beatrix Potter - conservationist, farm and author - in this 17th century building where her husband, William Heelis, ran his solicitor's practice. The gallery holds many of her original watercolours and displays changing exhibitions more info

David Best Studio & Gallery,Low Wray, Ambleside

Changing exhibitions of oil, acrylic and watercolour paintings. Courses in painting and pyrography.

Nearby: Brantwood,Coniston

Located on the eastern shore of Coniston Water with spectacular views over the lake, Brantwood was the home of John Ruskin (19th century artist, writer, philosopher and social reformer) from 1872 to 1900. His interests and philosophical views about art and nature are apparent in the house and gardens, which are laid out to reflect his many interests and philosophies on life. Art and craft exhibitions, workshops, outdoor theatre and concert events, guided walks and family fun days. more info