Coniston
Coniston
Welcome to our page of information, attractions and places of interest around Coniston. The Coniston hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Coniston. From Coniston you can explore the beautiful Lake District National Park in the county of Cumbria, the largest English National Park, with spectacular mountain scenery, forest trails and lakeside paths around the 16 major lakes. We hope you enjoy your stay and find your ideal accommodation from our list of Coniston hotels and/or the surrounding area. Coniston's best feature is The Old Man of Coniston, rising dramatically behind the houses when viewed from the village centre. Coniston is a popular centre for walkers and climbers. St Andrew's Church was completed in 1891, during a period of great prosperity for the village, when many wealthy patrons, one of them John Ruskin, settled in the area. Ruskin lived for the last 30 years of his life at Brantwood, just across the lake. He was buried in St Andrew's graveyard, and his grave was marked with a large carved cross made from green slate from the local quarry at Tilberthwaite. Donald Campbell broke the water speed record on Coniston Water in 1955, and was killed attempting to regain it again in 1967. There is a memorial to him on the village green, just opposite the car park, and information about him in the Ruskin Museum. Also see Coniston.

Visitor attractions and information for Coniston

	The Old Man of Coniston is one of the Cumbrian classics at 2628ft, its craggy bulk rising behind the village of Coniston. The views from the summit are worth the 2-hour hike, to the Cumbrian coast and across to Langdale, Windermere and Coniston itself.
	It was on Coniston Water that Donald Campbell took his "Bluebird" in 1967, to better his own speed record. The jet-powered craft hit an estimated 320 mph before it hit a patch of turbulence. The Ruskin Museum at Coniston has a gallery of memorabilia and photographs in tribute to him.
	Steam yacht Gondola, Pier Cottage, Coniston, Cumbria Tel: 015394 41288 - The National Trust owned "Gondola" is a re-built elegant coal - fired steam yacht providing the most wonderful, nostalgic sailing experience.It operates a seven day service running from Coniston Pier to Brantwood jetty with round trips of approximately 45 minutes carrying up to 86 passengers on each trip. Launched in 1859, Gondola evokes the splendour and luxury of the Victorian era where passengers can enjoy the stunning backdrop provided by the Coniston Fells and its majestic lake. On the outskirts of Coniston.
	Brantwood, Coniston Tel: 015394 41396 - Overlooking Coniston Water, this former home of the artist, writer and visionary John Ruskin is a unique place. Filled with exquisite watercolours and many fascinating objects. About 4 miles from Coniston.
	Hill Top, Near Sawrey, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0LF Tel: 015394 36269 Delightful small 17th-century house where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her famous children's stories. Hill Top is managed by the National Trust. About 6 miles from Coniston.
	ARMITT LIBRARY & MUSEUM, AMBLESIDE Tel: 015394 31212 - a unique place combining Library and Museum, scholarship and fun, art and entertainment. A superb collection of books and manuscripts, drawings and paintings, memorabilia and archaeological objects relating to an extraordinary gallery of famous Lake District characters. About 8 miles from Coniston.
	Rydal Mount and Gardens, Rydal, Near Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LU. Tel: 015394 33002 - The Wordsworth Family moved into Rydal Mount in 1813 and rented the house continually for 46 years until the death of Mary Wordsworth in 1859. Rydal Mount was the largest house the Wordsworths lived in and became a much-loved family home. About 8 miles from Coniston.
	Dove Cottage / The Wordsworth Museum, Grasmere, Cumbria. LA22 9SH. Tel: 015394 35544 - Dove Cottage was the home of the Romantic poet William Wordsworth. Some seventy thousand visitors now come to see the cottage and its gardens every year. Attached to Dove Cottage, the award winning museum contains much of Wordsworth's work, as well as a collection of early watercolour paintings of the Lake District. About 9 miles from Coniston.
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Waterhead Hotel Hawkshead Road Coniston Cumbria LA21 8AJ	Coniston hotel. Situated alongside Coniston Water. The Waterhead has a history of over 100 years in the hotel business. Relax in our comfortable lounge with views across the hotel lawns down to the lake. 'The Mountain View' Restaurant has a great view of Coniston Old Man and provides excellent local cuisine. All 21 en-suite bedrooms have colour television and tea/coffee making facilities. The Lake District is a favourite spot for those who enjoy the outdoors, with activities including walking, climbing, water- skiing, sailing and cycling. Fishing is permitted (permit must be bought) from our jetty and lakeside.....

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