The Beatrix Potter Society is a registered charity (1175188) and exists to promote the study and appreciation of the life and works of #BeatrixPotter.

Joined July 2012
Share your love of Beatrix Potter with us! There’s never been a better time to become a member of The Beatrix Potter Society! When you join today, you’ll enjoy the remainder of 2026 absolutely free, with your membership valid through 31 December 2027! beatrixpottersociety.org.uk/…
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Another lovely stop during our recent Beatrix Potter Society weekend in the Lake District was Sizergh Castle, a beautiful historic property near Kendal, cared for by the National Trust. Learn more about Sizergh: nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/l…
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A look back at another wonderful visit during our recent Beatrix Potter Society weekend in the Lake District! Our Members enjoyed a guided group tour of Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House Learn more here: lakelandarts.org.uk/blackwel…
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Let’s help The Armitt meet their fundraising goal! Anything you give will allow visitors to continue to enjoy their collection of over 70,000 Lake District objects, including Beatrix Potter’s fungi watercolours! @ArmittMuseum paypal.com/donate?campaign_i…
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What a wonderful time we had visiting The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction in Bowness-on-Windermere this past weekend! Find out more about the attraction here: worldofbeatrixpotter.com
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On this day in 1913, Beatrix Potter and William Heelis were married at St Mary Abbots in Kensington, London.
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What a wonderful experience we had today with Hill Top Herdwick! 🐑 A very special thank you to Amy for such a fantastic tour! hilltopherdwick.co.uk
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Walking in Beatrix Potter’s footsteps around the medieval village of Hawkshead with its crooked streets, hidden squares with archways under houses, Alison, a qualified Blue Badge Tourist Guide, took us on a walk to discover more about Beatrix. amblesidealison.uk
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What a lovely morning spent at Hill Top! A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful staff and volunteers at Hill Top for such a warm welcome and for making our visit so memorable. It was a truly special day!
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The Beatrix Potter Society retweeted
This afternoon, we hosted members of the @BeatrixPotterSo in the museum as one of the stops on their Autumnal tour of the Lakes. The visit included a tour of 'An A-Z of Beatrix Potter' with @DrPennyBradshaw and a private view of some of Potter's original mycological works.
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Look what we found today in Grasmere…Marta McDowell’s new book at Sam Read Bookseller Ltd! @SReadBooks Along with Marta’s new book, they have a wonderful selection of Beatrix Potter books and a lovely display right by the front door. samreadbooks.co.uk
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We’re looking forward to a wonderful few days in the Lakes with fellow Society Members! Safe travels to everyone making the journey, and please do follow along over the next several days for a few glimpses of our cosy weekend in the Lakes!
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In October of 1917, Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes was published by Frederick Warne & Co. 🥧 🐭
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There’s never been a better time to join The Beatrix Potter Society! Join now and your membership will run through December 2027, giving you three extra months at no additional cost. beatrixpottersociety.org.uk/…
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In October 1912, 'The Tale of Mr. Tod' was published by Frederick Warne and Co.
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In September 1930, Beatrix wins the Silver Challenge Cup for 'Best Lake District Herdwick Ewe.' She won many prizes for her Herdwick sheep. 📷 National Trust
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