Things to do in Coniston, Cumbria
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Coniston, Cumbria.
History and Heritage in Coniston
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Coniston.
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Ambleside Roman Fort | English Heritage
The well-marked remains of a 2nd-century fort with large granaries, probably built under Hadrian's rule to guard the Roman road from Brougham to Ravenglass and act as a supply base.
Hardknott Roman Fort | English Heritage
This remote and dramatically-sited fort was founded under Hadrian's rule in the 2nd century.Well-marked remains include the headquarters building, commandant's house and bath house.
Stott Park Bobbin Mill | English Heritage
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally millions of wooden bobbins vital to the Lancashire spinning and weaving industries.
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The Arts in Coniston
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Coniston.
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Windermere Jetty
Plan the perfect Lake District day out. Be inspired by the lake and dip into the stories of the boats, people and history of Windermere.
Lakes Art Gallery
Original paintings and limited edition prints by over 30 artists.
Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeland Motor Museum has a unique collection of 30,000 exhibits including classic cars, motorcycles, scooters and bicycles. Open all year.
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The Great Outdoors in Coniston
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Coniston.
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Lowick Common | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
A lowland of heath, grassland and fen areas which are home to a range of specialist species. It's dotted with ponds containing the rare medicinal leech.
The view from the top of the beacon towards the south of the nature reserve is particularly spectacular.
Barkbooth Lot | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Rough fell, grassland, wetland and wooded areas provide a diverse habitat where dragonflies, damselflies and the rare high brown fritillary butterfly abound.
Howe Ridding Wood | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Ancient woodland with exceptionally rich and interesting range of flowering plants. Coppice management benefits several species of butterfly and part of the nature reserve is a traditional orchard with Westmorland damson and apple trees.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Cat Bank
Coniston
Far End
Haws Bank
High Water Head
Bowmanstead
Coniston Water
Hawkshead Hill
Torver
Scar Head
Grizedale Forest
Grizedale
Knipe Fold
Roger Ground
Grizdale Beck
Colthouse
Town End
Hawkshead
Outgate
Little Langdale
Gillbank
Satterthwaite
Skelwith Bridge
Force Mills
High Wray
Far Sawrey
Near Sawrey
Elterwater
Force Forge
Brathay
Cockley Beck
Thwaite Head
High Nibthwaite
Chapel Stile
Water Yeat
Ickenthwaite
Clappersgate
Rusland
High Cunsey
Waterhead
Crosslands
Rosthwaite
Belle Isle
Blawith
Great Langdale Beck
Ambleside
Trout Beck
Hall Dunnerdale
Storrs
Town End
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