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Coniston village provides a great base for those who like to avoid over-commercialism.

Nestled under The Old Man of Coniston, the village is steeped in history and retains its Cumbrian charm.



Coniston Fells and Coniston Old Man

The Coniston Fells offer some of the finest choice of walking in Cumbria. The now disused Coniston Copper Mines offer a glimpse of Coniston's history (note: take great care around the coppermines and do not enter them).


Coniston Old Man sits majestically over this famous Lakeland town. Standing at 2635 ft (803)m high.

Coniston Water

Coniston Water is one of the most beautiful sailing lakes in Cumbria. The north end of the lake is only a five minute stroll from the village centre. Why not buy picnic foods from the Village Pantry and enjoy them with this fabulous view?
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Arthur Ransome partly based his 'Swallows & Amazons' books on Coniston Water. The imaginatively named 'wild-cat-island' is in fact Peel Island towards the south of the lake.

Donald Campbell - Bluebird

4th January 1967 is a date to be remembered in Coniston.
Donald Campbell CBE died in Coniston Water whilst trying to break his own speed record. His jet powered Bluebird disintegrated on the return run, estimated at around 300 miles an hour. Tributes and photographs of Donald Campbell and Bluebird, are kept at the Ruskin Museum on the East side of the Lake.

Coniston Accommodation

cottage-in-conistonConiston offers a fabulous choice of accommodation.

There are two Youth Hostels or you could bring your own tent and stay at the Coniston Hall campsite.

Another option is to chose from one of the stunning traditional Lakeland Coniston cottages which are available for holiday lets. Or maybe you prefer to stay at a Luxurious Guest House or the Village Pub.


Coniston is featured on this Sky News video, produced to highlight Beautiful Britain.

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Coniston Restaurant - worth a detour

Jumping Jenny is not only one of the best restaurants in Coniston. It is actual worth a detour!

Set on the east side of Coniston Water at Brantwood, and within a short car journey from Grizedale Forest Jumping Jenny is perfect if you want to combine a short walk and a pleasant lunch.

This licensed café is right next door to the John Ruskin Museum.

The Gondala also stops at Brantwood, if you don't have your own transport. The road to Brantwood does get a little narrow at times, so may not be too suitable for campervans.

For information on opening hours please read more on the official Jumping Jenny website.