Great Britain has a treasure-trove of classic children?s literature and what better way to continue enjoying these timeless stories than to take a children?s literary tour of the UK.
Near Sawry, Cumbria
The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck
Hill Top farm in Near Sawry was the Lake District home of Beatrix Potter. Now a museum, the farmhouse and traditional cottage garden give a unique insight into the characters and tales that were written there.
Beatrix loved the Lake District and the whole region was her inspiration. With Lake District hotels and accommodation to suit everyone, stay a bit longer and take time to experience the natural beauty of the area.
Lake Windermere and Coniston Water, Cumbria
Swallows and Amazons
Published in 1930, Arthur Ransome?s classic tale of outdoor adventure conjures up images of an idyllic summer holiday involving sailing, camping and playing. Ransome used the area around Windermere and Coniston in his stories, but gave the places different names. So, whilst avid fans desperately attempt to spot landmarks from the book, the less serious can take to the water for a bit of piracy!
Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire
James and the Giant Peach
Everyone has a favourite Dahl book and at The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden, children young and old are encouraged to dress up and create their own stories. Afterwards, take a walk through the village where Dahl lived and drew inspiration for his many tales. If this is still not enough for the serious fan, then let your mind run wild at the Roald Dahl Children?s Gallery in nearby Aylesbury.
Alnwick Castle, Northumberland
Harry Potter and the Philosopher?s Stone
Given a starring role as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter films, Alnwick Castle is every bit as magnificent in real life. It was here that Harry had his first flying lesson, so make sure your visit coincides with one of their Potter-themed activity days and you too could learn to ride a broomstick.
Kensington Gardens, London
Peter Pan; or the Boy Who Wouldn?t Grow Up
In J. M. Barrie?s Peter Pan, the Lost Boys are children who were misplaced by their nannies in Kensington Gardens. Barrie lived close to the park and it was here that he met the boys for whom the character of Peter Pan was invented. Kensington Gardens also has a fabulous bronze sculpture of Peter Pan, commissioned by Barrie himself.
The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, West Yorkshire and The Bluebell Railway, East Sussex
The Railway Children
The Great Northern and Southern Railway in E. Nesbitt?s book is entirely fictitious, but both the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway in West Yorkshire and the Bluebell Railway in East Sussex have been used to film the much-loved classic. Either railway is well worth a visit. After all, who can resist a ride on a steam train? Oh and don?t forget to wave!
Hartfield, East Sussex
Winnie-the Pooh
The village of Hartfield was the childhood home of Christopher Robin whose father, A. A. Milne, wrote the delightful stories adored by children of all ages. Many of the locations in the books are real places in the nearby Ashdown Forest. Take a walk in Christopher Robin and Nanny?s footsteps and make sure you leave time for a game at Poohsticks Bridge.
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Source: http://www.familyholidayguide.co.uk/a-childrens-literary-tour-of-the-uk/
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