Things to do in Coniston Water, Cumbria

We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Coniston Water, Cumbria.

History and Heritage in Coniston Water

Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.

History and heritage within 10 miles of Coniston Water.

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Stott Park Bobbin Mill | English Heritage
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.
Hardknott Roman Fort | English Heritage
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.
Ambleside Roman Fort | English Heritage
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.

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The Great Outdoors in Coniston Water

Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.

The great outdoors within 10 miles of Coniston Water.

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Lowick Common | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
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
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
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.
Whitbarrow - Hervey Memorial Reserve | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Whitbarrow - Hervey Memorial Reserve | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
With stunning views of the Cumbrian fells and Morecambe Bay, this is a great place to walk and explore. Rich in wildflowers and butterflies.
Next Ness | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Next Ness | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
A small undisturbed area of wet woodlandand, a haven for birds.

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The Arts in Coniston Water

Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.

The arts within 10 miles of Coniston Water.

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Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeland Motor Museum has a unique collection of 30,000 exhibits including classic cars, motorcycles, scooters and bicycles. Open all year.
Windermere Jetty
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
Lakes Art Gallery
Original paintings and limited edition prints by over 30 artists.

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Exploring further afield?

Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.

Coniston Water Haws Bank Bowmanstead Cat Bank Coniston Torver Scar Head Grizedale Grizedale Forest Far End High Water Head Grizdale Beck Hawkshead Hill Satterthwaite Roger Ground Force Mills Force Forge Hawkshead Town End Colthouse High Nibthwaite Ickenthwaite Water Yeat Knipe Fold Thwaite Head Rusland Outgate Far Sawrey Near Sawrey Gillbank Crosslands Blawith Rosthwaite Rushland Cross Little Langdale Crake Bandrake Head Oxen Park High Cunsey High Wray Lickle Cockley Beck Skelwith Bridge Colton Lowick Bridge Lowick Brathay Hall Dunnerdale Elterwater Storrs

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