Or rather the lake, as there is only one in The Lake District (Bassenthwaite Lake). The rest are Waters, Meres or Tarns.
Autumn in The Lakes is a magical time. Mists, bright sunshine and russet red fallen leaves. Even Robin Redbreast pales in comparison. Sawrey and Hilltop are as usual special places with an innate stillness.
We are joined by a most friendly robin with a pale orange breast. His startle distance is short, perhaps a reflection of his fierce courage.
He is the natural inhabitant of Mr McGregor's garden, rather than Peter Rabbit, or even Mr McGregor.