THE world famous Beatrix Potter museum draws thousands of visitors every year.

The museum in Bownessis one of the most popular tourist spots in the Lake District, as people learn about the author of some of the most loved children's books in the world.

This week it hosted a VIP guest, as well-known actor, comedian and political activist Russell Brand paid a visit.

Writing on his Facebook page, Mr Brand posted a picture of himself standing next to a statue of the author with the caption "At the Beatrix Potter museum. I was asked to leave."

Fortunately he was only joking, and the staff were more than happy for such a famous person to shine a light on their organisation.

A spokesman at the museum said: "We always love welcoming well known faces to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Over the years we’ve met a whole range of singers, actors, film stars and comedians – all wanting to pay homage to the wonderful Beatrix Potter, and usually to introduce their little ones to the most famous rabbit in the world.

"This week was the turn of Russell Brand and his lovely family. Was great to see Russell and we think he really enjoyed his visit. Here he is with the great lady herself."