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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.

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 Ruskin 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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    The Presbytery, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AW

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    Tarn Hows

    Address

    Tarn Hows, Tarn Hows Main Car Park, Nr Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AG

    Telephone

    015394 41456

    tarnhows@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Nr Coniston

    Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns together. In 1929 it was bought by Beatrix Potter who sold it to the National Trust. There is a 1.5 mile, level footpath around the tarn.

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    Double Bedroom at The Crown Inn in Coniston, Lake District
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    The Crown Inn, Coniston

    Address

    Crown Inn, Coniston, Tilberthwaite Ave, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8ED

    Telephone

    01539441243

    info@crowninnconiston.co.uk

    Coniston

    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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    Lake District Gravel Epic

    Address

    John Ruskin School, Lake Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EW

    Telephone

    07540888895

    hello@gloriousgravel.com

    Coniston

    We have three route options for this glorious off road adventure around Coniston and the Grizedale Forest taking in a great mix of challenging climbs and fast, flowing sections through the forest.

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  14. Porch Seating at Camping Pods at Coniston Park Coppice in Coniston, Lake District
    Porch Seating at Camping Pods at Coniston Park Coppice in Coniston, Lake District
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    Exterior of Camping Pods at Coniston Park Coppice in Coniston, Lake District
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    Coniston Park Coppice Site - Camping Pods

    Address

    Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping, Park Gate, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8LA

    Telephone

    015394 41555

    enquiries@experiencefreedom.co.uk

    Coniston

    If you want to try camping but don’t have the equipment or just don’t fancy putting up a tent then our wooden camping pods are ideal. Open all year round, our camping pods are well-insulated, keeping you warm and dry and they come equipped with…

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  15. The Coniston Round
    The Coniston Round

    Address

    Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EH

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Cumbria

    The Coniston Fells are fronted by the rugged face of Coniston Old Man and the towering cliffs of Dow Crag. These two fine mountains are a big enough draw to spirited walkers but, add to this the stunning array of peaks stacked up behind them and…

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    Visitor on the Zipline at Go Ape in Grizedale Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
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    Go Ape Grizedale

    Address

    Grizedale Forest, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJ

    Telephone

    01603 895500

    questions@goape.co.uk

    Hawkshead

    Based in the heart of the Lake District adventure awaits. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking for a unique activity or simply after some quality time with friends and family, Go Ape have you covered. Boasting three high ropes activities above the…

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  17. Black Beck Holiday Park
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    Black Beck Holiday Park

    Address

    Bouth, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8JN

    Telephone

    01253 879911

    bb@partingtons.com

    Ulverston

    Offering peace and tranquillity, enclosed in 38 acres of glorious woodland, 5 Star rated Black Beck Holiday Park is nestled in the heart of Britain's Lake District, near Bouth. Black Beck provides the perfect setting for short breaks and extended…

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  18. The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant at Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin in Coniston, Lake District
    The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant at Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin in Coniston, Lake District
    The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant at Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin in Coniston, Lake District
    The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant at Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin in Coniston, Lake District
    The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant at Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin in Coniston, Lake District
    The Terrace Coffee House & Restaurant at Brantwood

    Address

    Brantwood, East of Lake, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AD

    Telephone

    015394 49025

    theterrace@brantwood.org.uk

    Coniston

    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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  19. Exterior at Thwaite Cottage in Coniston, Lake District
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    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. Western Shore of Coniston Water
    Western Shore of Coniston Water

    Address

    Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EH

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Cumbria

    Backed by low fells and woodland, the western shore of Coniston Water is a delightful place for a walk. A mixture of paths and tracks weave in and out of the trees and across parkland never straying out of sight of the lake. And, with only a few…

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