BEATRIX Potter's popular visitor attraction Hill Top is now open as usual.

The seventeenth century house, cared for by the National Trust, was closed for several months due to the foot-and-mouth outbreak and since re-opening, its hours have been restricted.

It is now open daily except Thursday and Friday, from 10.30am - 5pm during June, and in September and October from 11am - 4.30pm.

A new booking system is in operation so that if people wish to visit at a specific time, they can book in advance by calling 015394-36269.

Visitors can just turn up but may not get in at the time they wish.