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Coniston village is especially popular with walkers and outdoor enthusiasts primarily because of its position – at the foot of one of Cumbria’s most popular fells, the Old Man of Coniston and by the western shore of Coniston Water, at 5 miles (8km) long one of England’s largest lakes. A relic fish from the Ice Age, the Arctic Char, still inhabits these waters.
Born on the back of the copper mining and slate quarrying industries, the village today has a thriving economy based on walking, sightseeing, water sports, mountaineering, horse riding and the consumption of real ale!
North of Coniston, two spur roads lead to Tilberthwaite and the old slate quarries, now carved into a distinctive landscape of huge spoil heaps and gaping rock chasms.
Food & Drink in Coniston
Coniston is spoilt for choice with many of its cafes and restaurants having beautiful lake vistas, or are even sited by Lake Coniston itself. How about sitting on a cosy sofa in a Farmhouse tearoom overlooking the lake, or take your coffee, or perhaps something more substantial, on a café terrace, with unrivalled views across the Lake.
Many of the pubs, restaurants and cafes have intimate settings, which are warm and cosy and offer a variety of locally sourced, award-winning foods. There’s everything from Indian food, making a very good choice for vegetarians, to a marvellous selection of traditional pubs with roaring log fires, a warm and friendly service, either in the town itself or in nearby Torver.
The selection of beers are second-to-none, with Coniston having its own local brewery, there is much to try from the Bluebird Bitter to Coniston Old Man Ale.
Portions are often generous without skimping on quality with many eateries being dog-friendly. There’s classy Bistros with beautifully presented inventive cuisine and several of the eating establishments in Coniston aren’t licenced, so you need to BYOB. What better way to enjoy first class food at affordable prices.
Whatever the weather, couples and families will always find somewhere to relax and unwind and enjoy the very best of Cumbrian cuisine and hospitality.
Coniston - Culture & Heritage
This area’s history is defined by sheep, copper and slate. In the 16th century, rich seams of copper ore were found in Coppermines Valley. With little local mining expertise, German miners were drafted in to work the copper veins. Peak output for the mines was the middle of the 19th century, when most of the copper was used to line the hulls of wooden sailing vessels.
Falling copper prices and greater competition from overseas resulted in a gradual decline and the closure of the mines in 1915 – but the legacy is still visible in the abandoned shafts and open workings that are still pretty dangerous to wander into.
Much of this area was formerly monastic land owned by Furness Abbey which made its money from sheep farming, and iron ore mining and smelting. One of their estates was at Monk Coniston, now owned by the National Trust.
They bred the local Herdwick sheep – from the old Norse for ‘sheep farm’ – whose distinctive grey fleeces and short, sturdy legs were particularly suited to the rigours of living on the open fells. Many Lakeland hill farms continue to farm this old breed.
Slate quarrying developed during the 17th century in response to increased demand for building materials, particularly roofing slates. The quarries at Tilberthwaite and on the ‘Old Man' were mined systematically for around 200 years and one or two are still in operation today.
Quarrying and mining were so profitable that in 1859 a railway was built to bring out the copper and slate. In later years, the railway brought the first tourists to the area, but was subsequently closed in 1964.
Clearly such heavy industry did little to spoil the area’s natural beauty as early tourists still came to marvel at the region’s natural beaty. The influential 19th century writer and social reformer John Ruskin was so enchanted by the landscape that he once declared his house on the eastern shore of Coniston Water – a nice pile called Brantwood – to have ‘the best view in all of England.’
Did you know?
JOHN RUSKIN
John Ruskin (1819-1900), one of the most influential critics, thinkers and social reformers of his day, who inspired Tolstoy, Proust, Shaw, Oscar Wilde, the first Labour MPs, and Gandhi, amongst others. Revolted by industrialisation and rampant capitalism, he revived the local linen industry, the museum houses the finest collection of Ruskin Lace in the world.
DONALD CAMPBELL (1921–1967)
Coniston Water was the scene of an ill-fated attempt by Donald Campbell to break the water speed record. On 4 January 1967, Donald was at the helm of Bluebird K7 and travelling at around 320 mph when the boat somersaulted into the air and disappeared into the water. It was not until 2001 that the remains of Bluebird were raised from the lake bed, and has subsequently been restored and brought back to Coniston, where it can be seen in the specially built ‘Bluebird Wing’ of the Coniston Museum.
SIMON’S NICK
Simon’s Nick, ‘a fearsome crack in the rocks below Levers Water’, was where a seam of copper was worked by a miner called Simon Puchberger. He was blown up by his own explosives. His ghost is said to haunt the mine to protect what remains of the copper ore.
HALIFAX BOMBER
In October 1944 a Halifax Bomber crashed into Great Carrs, a steep mountain side behind Wetherlam. All on board were killed. One of the engines can be seen outside the Ruskin Museum.
OLD MAN OF CONISTON
'The ‘Old Man of Coniston' (SD 272 978) rising dramatically behind Coniston is one of the highest mountains in Cumbria at 803 metres. The ‘man' is the large cairn on the summit.
GERMANIC SURNAMES
The influx of German miners in the 16th century has left a legacy of Germanic surnames and patronyms among Coniston’s residents today, such as the Calkers, Knipes and Zinagles (now Senogles).
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Thornthwaite Farm is set amidst the beautiful scenery of the Woodland Valley. We have four…
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Coniston Old Man, rises dramatically to its height of 2635ft. Also known as the 'Old Man of…
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Coniston used to have its own railway line with a terminus station in the village just up from the…
Nestled in the scenic English Lake District, The Crown Inn in Coniston offers a charming retreat at…
Not a light undertaking with some challenging climbing, particularly the infamous Walna Scar Road.
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Chillswim Coniston is a unique swim with a highly experienced management, medical & water safety…
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain…
Covering 112 miles, and the most famous passes of the Lake District, the 4 Seasons Fred Whitton…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
At 5 miles long, Coniston Water is the third largest of the lakes. Arthur Ransome based his…
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top…
Coniston used to have its own railway line with a terminus station in the village just up from the…
We train people to undertake expeditions, and also run expeditions across the UK, but mostly in the…
Yewdale, Arnside Intake, Tarn Hows and Monk Coniston make up an intricate network of small valleys…
Lands End Cottage is a luxury two bedroomed cottage, with 2 bathrooms and a private garden, in a…
Do you want to learn what to do when the mist comes down and how to accurately take and follow a…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a…
The myriad of slate quarries, including the famous Catherdral Cavern close to Coniston provide a…
Near Satterthwaite, Grizedale, Ambleside. Known locally as Force Forge. In open woodland.
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally…
Thornthwaite Farm is set amidst the beautiful scenery of the Woodland Valley. We have four…
Located on the shores of Coniston Water with sensational lake and fell views, this classic Lakeland…
Coniston Old Man, rises dramatically to its height of 2635ft. Also known as the 'Old Man of…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Located on the shores of Coniston Water with sensational lake and fell views, this classic Lakeland…
Coniston Old Man, rises dramatically to its height of 2635ft. Also known as the 'Old Man of…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
On-site cafe/restaurant serving teas, coffees and light lunches all homemade on the premises.…
Coniston used to have its own railway line with a terminus station in the village just up from the…
Nestled in the scenic English Lake District, The Crown Inn in Coniston offers a charming retreat at…
Not a light undertaking with some challenging climbing, particularly the infamous Walna Scar Road.
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a wild…
Chillswim Coniston is a unique swim with a highly experienced management, medical & water safety…
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain…
Covering 112 miles, and the most famous passes of the Lake District, the 4 Seasons Fred Whitton…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
At 5 miles long, Coniston Water is the third largest of the lakes. Arthur Ransome based his…
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top…
Coniston used to have its own railway line with a terminus station in the village just up from the…
We train people to undertake expeditions, and also run expeditions across the UK, but mostly in the…
Yewdale, Arnside Intake, Tarn Hows and Monk Coniston make up an intricate network of small valleys…
Lands End Cottage is a luxury two bedroomed cottage, with 2 bathrooms and a private garden, in a…
Do you want to learn what to do when the mist comes down and how to accurately take and follow a…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a…
The myriad of slate quarries, including the famous Catherdral Cavern close to Coniston provide a…
Near Satterthwaite, Grizedale, Ambleside. Known locally as Force Forge. In open woodland.
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally…
Thornthwaite Farm is set amidst the beautiful scenery of the Woodland Valley. We have four…
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- 1The Coniston Inn - Food & Drink
- 2Coniston Old Man
- 3Forage and Nibble in Grizedale Forest
- 4The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant at Brantwood
- 5Tour of Coniston Water & the Torver Trail
- 6The Crown Inn, Coniston
- 7Duddon Valley
- 8Forage and Nibble near Windermere
- 9Chillswim Coniston
- 10Ghyll Scrambling with Genuine Adventures
- 114 Seasons Fred Whitton - 3 Day Tour
- 12Herdwick Experience at Yew Tree Farm
- 13Coniston Water
- 14Dark Sky Canoeing & Star Gazing with Path to Adventure
- 15Coniston Water
- 16The Expedition Club
- 17Yewdale and Tarn Hows
- 18Lands End Cottage
- 19Intermediate Navigation Course with More Than Mountains (Coniston)
- 20Forage and Feast near Coniston
- 21Abseiling and Rock Climbing near Coniston with More Than Mountains
- 22Rusland Force
- 23Coniston Launch Boat Trips and Tours
- 24Thornthwaite Farm Holiday Cottages & Glamping Cabins
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Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre, Grizedale, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJTelephone
0300 067 4495Hawkshead
There are 8 waymarked walks and 5 waymarked cycle trails, plus the North Face trail, in the Grizedale Forest Park. Further information is available from the visitor centre where maps for all the trails can be purchased.
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Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EHCumbria
The Jack Diamond Path up Coniston Old Man is one of the few paths in the Lake District named after an individual - unlike the other paths though, this one has a very recent history. It is the creation of Jack Diamond, a school teacher from Coniston,…
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The Bridge Cottages, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HJTelephone
015394 41765Coniston
• Sleeps up to 16
• 3 inter-linking cottages, can be booked individually sleeping 2-8 or together sleeping 16
• A total of 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms
• Each cottage comes with its own hot tub - 3 hot tubs in total
• Large rooms, perfect for…-
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6 Yewdale Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8DUTelephone
01539 441259Coniston
Locally based and proudly independent, we manage a beautiful collection of self-catering properties to suit all tastes and budgets. Short flexible stays available year round. Escape to the Lakes with us...
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Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre, Grizedale, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJTelephone
0300 067 4495Hawkshead
The North Face trail is a single track trail designed for experienced mountain bikers with better quality mountain bikes. Please be aware that this trail is not for tag-alongs or trailers bikes.
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Medium length - Easy (28 or 36km)/Road and Cycle Track
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• Sleeps 8
• 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms
• Huge garden including terraces, outside seating and woodland
• Up to 2 dogs welcome
• Idyllic location close to village and lake
• Stunning interior which has been recently renovated to an exceptional… Cumbria
Buses to and through Broughton:
X7 Barrow - Broughton - Millom - Haverigg.-
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Old Station Car Park, Old Furness Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HUTelephone
07752205976Coniston
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain streams, with jumps, slides, and stunning views, guided by experts for all skill levels.
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Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping, Park Gate, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8LATelephone
015394 41555Coniston
Grab your tent and get ready to set off on your next adventure. At our Coniston Park Coppice site we welcome tent campers and can accommodate tents of up to 3mx3m (approximately a 4-person tent). Dogs are welcome too.
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Force Mills, Sattherthwaite, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8LQUlverston
Near Satterthwaite, Grizedale, Ambleside. Known locally as Force Forge. In open woodland.
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Crown Inn, Coniston, Tilberthwaite Ave, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EDTelephone
01539441243Coniston
Nestled in the scenic English Lake District, The Crown Inn in Coniston offers a charming retreat at the heart of this quaint village.
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Thornthwaite Farm, Thornthwaite Woodland, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6DFTelephone
01229 716340Broughton-in-Furness
Thornthwaite Farm is set amidst the beautiful scenery of the Woodland Valley. We have four cottages including our 4 star VisitEngland Gold Award barn conversion and a handbuilt Log Cabin all with stunning views of the Lakeland fells.
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The Coniston Inn, Hawkshead Old Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AJTelephone
015394 93333Coniston
Located on the shores of Coniston Water with sensational lake and fell views, this classic Lakeland slate building has undergone an exciting restoration to create a stunning pub with rooms. Open all day, every day for food, drinks and rooms.
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Grizedale, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJTelephone
0300 067 4495Hawkshead
Come and discover all that Grizedale has to offer – take in Lake District landscapes, experience a whole range of contemporary art and enjoy an adventure, no matter your age!
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Coniston Sports Ground, Sherpherds Bridge Ln, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8ALTelephone
01403 210406Coniston
Race the Sun is an exhilarating triathlon-style team challenge where teams of two or four bike, hike, and paddle around a stunning course in the Lake District, racing to finish between dawn and dusk. Featuring an exciting off-road cycling section…
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The Coppermines & Lakes Cottages, The Estate Office, The Bridge, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HJTelephone
01539441765The Bridge, Coniston
Springbank Cottage is a luxury, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage in the popular village of Coniston. Close to spectacular walking, the lake and with a beautiful, enclosed garden it really is the perfect base for any Lake District holiday.
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Brantwood, East of Lake, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8ADTelephone
015394 49025Coniston
On-site cafe/restaurant serving teas, coffees and light lunches all homemade on the premises. Parties and groups catered for. Outside seating on the terrace overlooking the lake.
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The Estate Office, The Bridge, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HJTelephone
015394 41765Coniston
Many of our cottages are over 100 years old; and most have been sympathetically restored and refurbished to a high standard. Many have outstanding views, log fires, exposed beams, antique furniture, quality and great character
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Blind Lane Car Park, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8LQTelephone
+447852162142Ulverston
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a wild snack near Windermere.
