Coniston (pop. 1,700) is beautifully situated half a mile from Coniston Water below the jagged peaks of Yewdale Crags.
Coniston was a farming and mining village that became a popular tourist destination when the railway arrived in 1859.Hill-walking and rock climbing are other popular activities in Coniston.
Brantwood was the home of John Ruskin, a social reformer and writer who lived between 1872-1900. The house, which is situated in Coniston, contains many of his personal belongings and is said to offer the finest lake and mountain views in the Lakes District and all of England.
Address: Brantwood, Coniston LA21 8AD, England
Hours:
March 15 to November 15: 11am-5:30pm
November 16 to March 14: 11am-4:30pm; Closed: Mon, Tue
Remains of a Roman fort that once controlled the road from Ravenglass to Ambleside. Built between AD 120 and 138, the fort features commanding views of the surrounding area. The remains include the headquarters building and commandant's house, with a bath house and parade ground outside the fort.
In the Coniston churchyard can be seen the grave of John Ruskin (1819-1900), writer and social reformer, whose books, collections, drawings and other possessions are in the Ruskin Museum to the north of the church. His house at Brantwood, 2.5 mi/4km away on the east side of Coniston Water, contains drawings and water colors by him.
Address: John Ruskin Museum, The Institute, Coniston LA21 8DU, England
Hours:
March 1 to November 16: 10am-5:30pm
November 17 to February 28: 10:30am-3:30pm; Closed: Mon, Tue
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Steam yacht first launched in 1859. Renovated by the National Trust and now operates daily cruises in spring and summer leaving from Coniston Pier.
Address: NT Gondola Bookings Office, The Hollens, Grasmere LA22 9QZ, England
Tips: There is no ticket price reduction for National Trust Members as the Gondola is not held solely for preservation.
Nov & Dec private bookings only.
Parking: Free
Disability Access: No facilities for persons with disabilities.
Transit: Bus: Stagecoach Cumberland 505/6 from Ambleside
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