Beatrix Potter lived near to Brompton Cemetery in her London years. How did the Cemetery affect her literary work? Nadine Hanwell discusses the possibilities in 'The Beatrix Potter Trail'.
Beatrix Potter loved visiting Museums. After she recovered from Scarlet Fever she was taken to the South Kensington Museum by her Father. Actor Nadine Hanwell recounts what happened.
Beatrix Potter believed passionately in good character and compassion for her fellow man. Actor Nadine Hanwell looks at her religious beliefs at a particularly relevant London location.
Beatrix Potter's art has captivated millions of people over generations - but what artists influenced her? Actor Nadine Hanwell finds one in particular.
Beatrix Potter did enjoy her visits to the London theatre - her actor cousin Nadine Hanwell looks at her thoughts on some of the great actors of her day.
Beatrix' father was an accomplished photographer - his work brought him into contact with the British Prime Minister Lord Gladstone and the renowned artist John Everett Millais with unexpected results.
The beauty and magic of the traditional Victorian Christmas continue to fascinate us but what was Christmas like for Beatrix and her family? Her amazing book 'The Taylor of Gloucester' remains a best seller.
The renowned playwright Oscar Wilde moved in the same social circles as Beatrix Potter and her family - we look at her impressions of Mr Wilde and the world they lived in.
Beatrix' relationship with her father Rupert was complex. While her family were very proud of her talent they worried about her being cheated financially and resented the time and energy her books required.
Kensington Gardens was much beloved by Beatrix and her brother Bertram. Their childhood games and memories of this beautiful park are explored by Beatrix' cousin, Nadine Hanwell.
Beatrix Potter was fascinated by funghi and her illustrations are still used by scientists today - but how did she (a young woman with no degree) manage to study at the closed science community of Kew Gardens?
Beatrix Potter loved Kensington Gardens and so does her cousin, our presenter, Nadine Hanwell. Nadine introduces new book 'Kensington Gardens Kingdom' which features Beatrix as a character.