Hill Top is a Lakeland vernacular landmark in Hawkshead, Cumbria, United Kingdom. It is Grade I listed. It is owned by National Trust.
Location: Near Sawrey, LA22 0LF, Hawkshead, Cumbria, United Kingdom
Verified facts
- Located in Near Sawrey, Hawkshead
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1691, SRC-1692, SRC-4103 - Architectural style: Lakeland vernacular
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1691, SRC-1692, SRC-6295, SRC-9851 - Historic designation: Grade II* listed
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1692, SRC-1691, SRC-6296, SRC-6297 - Owned by National Trust
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1691, SRC-1692, SRC-6298, SRC-6299
Evidence & sources
- SRC-1691 — Wikipedia — Hill Top, Cumbria (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1692 — Historic England — Hill Top, Claife (List Entry 1087304), via British Listed Buildings (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4103 — britainexpress.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5716 — National Trust (official site) — Hill Top and Hawkshead (Tier 1, official; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5717 — Visit Lake District — Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6295 — Lake Districts Guide — Hill Top (Tier 3, regional travel guide; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6296 — Historic England — Hill Top, list entry 1087304 (official list) (Tier 1, official statutory register; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6297 — Co-Curate (Newcastle University) — Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's house / Museum) (Tier 3, academic open educational resource; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6298 — Encyclopaedia Britannica – Beatrix Potter (Tier 1, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6299 — Historic UK – Beatrix Potter (Tier 2, history publisher; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-9851 — Art UK (Public Catalogue Foundation) — National Trust, Hill Top and the Beatrix Potter Gallery (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Seasonal (reopened 9 March 2026); afternoons after 2:30pm quieter. Check site for daily times.
Admission: Adult GBP15.40, child GBP7.70, family GBP38.50; National Trust members free.
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit Hill Top?
Yes — Hill Top is open to the public. Hours: Seasonal (reopened 9 March 2026); afternoons after 2:30pm quieter. Check site for daily times.. Admission: Adult GBP15.40, child GBP7.70, family GBP38.50; National Trust members free..
Where is Hill Top located?
Hill Top is located in Hawkshead, Cumbria.