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Coniston

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.

The Terrace Cafe at BrantwoodMany 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.’

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    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.
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    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 are now undergoing restoration.
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    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.
  4. In October 1944 a Halifax Bomber crashed into Great Carrs, a steep mountain side behind Wetherlam. All on board were killed. A memorial cross and plaque now stands at the site. One of the engines can be seen outside the Ruskin Museum.
    Halifax Bomber
    In October 1944 a Halifax Bomber crashed into Great Carrs, a steep mountain side behind Wetherlam. All on board were killed. A memorial cross and plaque now stands at the site. One of the engines can be seen outside the Ruskin Museum.
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    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.
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    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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    High Hollin Bank, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AG

    Telephone

    015394 41680

    cottagescumbria@gmail.com

    Coniston

    We are a small family run cottage letting business in Central Lakeland. Our five traditional cottages are in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside and Coniston.

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  12. Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes
    Lakes & Country Escapes

    Address

    6 Yewdale Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8DU

    Telephone

    01539 441259

    bookings@lakesandcountry.co.uk

    Coniston

    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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  13. Monk Coniston
    Monk Coniston
    Coniston Water & Subberthwaite Common

    Address

    Coniston, Cumbria

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Cumbria

    Medium length - Easy (28 or 36km)/Road and Cycle Track

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  14. Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Grizedale Mountain Biking Trails

    Address

    Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre, Grizedale, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJ

    Telephone

    0300 067 4495

    grizedale@forestryengland.uk

    Hawkshead

    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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    Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Grizedale Forest and Parkamoor

    Address

    Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EH

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Cumbria

    Most of the low fells east of Coniston Water are covered by woodland and forestry plantations. The extensive network of access tracks within the forest has some way marked and colour-coded mountain bike routes - which are particularly ideal for…

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  16. Coniston Old Man via the Jack Diamond Path
    Coniston Old Man via the Jack Diamond Path

    Address

    Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EH

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Cumbria

    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…

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    Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Grizedale Forest and Selside from Coniston

    Address

    Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EH

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Cumbria

    Most of the low fells East of Coniston Water are covered by woodland and forestry plantations. The extensive network of access tracks within the forestry has some way marked and colour-coded mountain bike routes - which are particularly ideal for…

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  18. 4 Seasons Fred Whitton - 3 Day Tour
    4 Seasons Fred Whitton - 3 Day Tour

    Address

    Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EH

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Cumbria

    Covering 112 miles, and the most famous passes of the Lake District, the 4 Seasons Fred Whitton Bike Tour follows the annual sportive route but can be completed 365 days a year at your own pace. It's a fantastic opportunity for individuals, groups…

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  19. Exterior at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Exterior at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Kitchen at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Kitchen and Dining Area at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Kitchen at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Dining Table at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Lounge at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Lounge at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Bathroom at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Bathroom at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Bedroom at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Exterior at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Kitchen at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Kitchen and Dining Area at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Kitchen at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Dining Table at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Lounge at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Lounge at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Bathroom at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Bathroom at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Bedroom at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
    Thwaite Cottage, Coniston

    Address

    Thwaite Cottage, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AJ

    Telephone

    015394 41765

    info@coppermines.co.uk

    Coniston

    • 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…

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  20. Visitor with an Archery Target with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitor with an Archery Target with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Owl Archery Target with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
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    Visitors Practicing Archery with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitor with an Archery Target with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Owl Archery Target with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Participating in Archery with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Playing Archery Tag with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Practicing Archery with Joint Adventures in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Joint Adventures - Archery

    Address

    Joint Adventures, Business Park, Unit 2 Lake Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EW

    Telephone

    07967380734

    info@jointadventures.co.uk

    Unit 2 Lake Rd, Coniston

    Joint adventures is based in Coniston operating throughout The Lake District. We operate all over. Activities include Gorge scrambling and Canyoning, Kayaking and Canoeing, Raft Building, Abseiling, Archery, Bushcraft, Hill Walking, Orienteering…

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