Area Info for Coniston (Cumbria)

Coniston (Cumbria, UK)

Coniston is a picturesque village located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. It is renowned for its stunning natural scenery, including the nearby Coniston Water, one of the largest lakes in the region. The village has a rich history linked to the industrial era, particularly in copper mining and slate quarrying, which contributed to its development in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Geography and Natural Features

Coniston is situated amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, offering a tranquil environment ideal for outdoor activities such as walking, sailing, and cycling. Coniston Water is a popular destination for boating and water sports, with several local companies providing boat rentals and guided tours. The surrounding landscape includes the Coniston Fells, including the notable Old Man of Coniston, a prominent mountain that attracts hikers and climbers.

History and Culture

The village has a history rooted in industry, with remnants of copper mines and quarries still visible today. Coniston was also associated with the famous author and environmentalist John Ruskin, who lived nearby and influenced local culture. The area features several historical sites, including the Ruskin Museum, which showcases local history, art, and Ruskin's legacy.

Tourism and Activities

Coniston is a popular tourist destination, offering a range of activities such as sailing, kayaking, hiking, and mountain biking. The village has a selection of traditional pubs, cafes, and shops catering to visitors. Events and festivals are held throughout the year, celebrating local heritage and outdoor pursuits.

Transport and Accessibility

The village is accessible by road, with good connections to nearby towns and cities. Public transport options include bus services, and the nearest railway station is in Kendal, approximately 20 miles away. Coniston's scenic location makes it a desirable destination for those seeking outdoor recreation and natural beauty.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Education
School
Coniston CofE Primary School0.18 miles
Shepherd`s Bridge, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AL
John Ruskin School0.28 miles
Lake Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EW
Hawkshead Esthwaite Primary School3.09 miles
Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NT
Langdale CofE School4.80 miles
Chapel Stile, Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JE
Ambleside CofE Primary School6.05 miles
Vicarage Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DH
Grasmere CofE Primary School6.28 miles
Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9SJ
The Lakes School6.31 miles
Troutbeck Bridge, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1HW
Goodly Dale Primary School6.50 miles
Lake Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2JX
Windermere School & Windermere Preparatory School6.68 miles
Patterdale Road, Browhead, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1NW
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School6.71 miles
Prince`s Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2DD
St Martin & St Mary Church of England Primary School6.71 miles
Princes Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2DD
Broughton CofE School8.50 miles
Kepplewray, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6BJ
Leven Valley CofE Primary School8.90 miles
Backbarrow, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8QF
Penny Bridge CofE School9.41 miles
Greenodd, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7RQ
Crosthwaite CofE School9.57 miles
Crosthwaite, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8HT
Staveley CofE School10.26 miles
Brow Lane, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PH
Health
Clinic
Ulverston Community Health Centre (Mental Health)11.95 miles
Stanley Street,, Ulverston, LA12 7BT
Ulverston Community Health Centre11.95 miles
Stanley St,, Ulverston, LA12 7BT
Millom Network Centre13.42 miles
Salthouse Road, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 5AB
Captain French Surgery13.55 miles
The Gillinggate Centre, Gillinggate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4JE
Kentwood Clinic13.55 miles
Gillingate Centre, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4JE
Cancer Care - The Lakes Centre13.59 miles
Blackhall Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4BT
Haverigg Prison13.88 miles
North Lane, Haverigg, Millom, LA18 4LA
Psychological Services Kinta House14.18 miles
Kinta House, Helme Close, Kendal, LA9 7HY
Kentmere Ward14.49 miles
Westmorland General Hospital, Burton Road, Kendal, LA9 7RG
Langdale Unit14.49 miles
Westmorland General Hospital, Burton Road, Kendal, LA9 7RG
Garburn House14.49 miles
Westmorland General Hospital,, LA9 7RG
Inhealth - Haverigg15.13 miles
North Lane, Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4NA
iSIGHT Cumbria15.78 miles
c/o Baverstocks Opticians, 2 Main Street, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7PN
Keswick Minor Injury Unit16.46 miles
Mary Hewetson Community Hospital, Crosthwaite Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5PH
Primary Care Assessment Service (Furness General Hospital)17.10 miles
Furness General Hospital, Dalton Lane, Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 4LF
Abbey View17.12 miles
Abbey View, Furness General Hospital, Dalton Lane, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 4LS
GP
Coniston Medical Practice0.29 miles
Wraysdale House, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8ER
Hawkshead Medical Practice3.09 miles
Red Lion Yard, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NU
Ambleside Health Centre6.20 miles
Rydal Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BP
Ambleside Health Centre - Grasmere Branch Surgery6.44 miles
1 Field Foot, Grasmere, Ambleside, Grasmere, LA22 9TB
Windermere Health Centre6.50 miles
Windermere, Goodly Dale, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2EG
Dr P Burns & Partners6.71 miles
St Mary`s Surgery, Applethwaite, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BA
Dr N L Hall & Dr L A Wilson8.66 miles
Broughton Surgery, Foxfield Road, Broughton In Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6EZ
Haverthwaite Surgery8.90 miles
Backbarrow, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8QF
The Surgery - Haverthwaite Surgery Branch9.54 miles
Greenodd Village Hall, Greenodd, LA12 7QZ
Dr P Burns & Partners10.31 miles
Staveley Surgery, 9 Crook Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9NG
Dr N L Hall & Dr L A Wilson10.57 miles
Askew Gate, Kirkby In Furness, Cumbria, LA17 7TE
Dr G R Murray & Partners11.95 miles
Ulverston Community Health Centre, Stanley Street, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7BT
Dr Hambly and Partners11.95 miles
Ulverston Community Health Centre, Stanley Street, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7BT
Glenridding Health Centre12.93 miles
Glenridding, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0PD
Dr Milligan SD & Partner12.96 miles
Cartmel Surgery, Haggs Lane, Cartmel, Grange Over Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6PH
The James Cochrane Practice M/S13.47 miles
Maude Street Surgery, Maude Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4QE
Hospital
Millom Hospital13.67 miles
Lapstone Road, Millom, LA18 4BY
Westmorland General Hospital14.49 miles
Burton Rd, Kendal, LA9 7RG
Furness General Hospital17.10 miles
Dalton Lane, Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 4LF
Queen Victoria Hospital22.31 miles
Thornton Road, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 5QG
West Cumberland Hospital22.48 miles
Homewood, Hensingham, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG
Cockermouth Community Hospital23.38 miles
Isel Road, Cockermouth, CA13 9HT
Royal Lancaster Infirmary25.28 miles
Ashton Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4RP
Ridge Lea Hospital25.29 miles
Quernmore Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3JT
BMI The Lancaster Hospital25.33 miles
Meadowside, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3RH
Workington Community Hospital26.78 miles
Park Lane, Workington, CA14 2RW
Victoria Cottage Hospital28.66 miles
Ewanrigg Road, Maryport, CA15 8EJ
Fleetwood Hospital30.87 miles
Pharos Street, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 6BE
Wigton Community Hospital31.96 miles
Cross Lane, Wigton, CA7 9DD
Cumberland Infirmary36.55 miles
Newtown Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7HY
Spire Fylde Coast Hospital37.74 miles
St. Walburgas Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 8BP
Blackpool Victoria Hospital38.12 miles
Whinney Heys Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 8NR
Pharmacy
Collins and Butterworth Ltd3.06 miles
The Pharmacy, Main Street, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0NS
Thomas Bell (Chemists) Ltd6.10 miles
Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0AD
Boots6.15 miles
8 - 9 Market Cross, Ambleside, LA22 9BT
Grasmere Pharmacy6.49 miles
1 Oakbank, Broadgate, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9TA
Windermere Health Centre Pharmacy Ltd6.50 miles
Goodly Dale, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2EG
Boots6.82 miles
10 Crescent Road, Windermere, LA23 1EA
Carter D (Disp Chemists Ltd)6.82 miles
16 Crescent Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1DT
Staveley Healthcare Ltd10.39 miles
6 Main Street, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9LU
Jn Murray Limited11.95 miles
Ulverston Comm.Health Ctr, Stanley Street, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7BT
J N Murray Ltd12.14 miles
10 Market Place, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7DX
Boots12.15 miles
32 Market Street, Ulverston, LA12 7LR
The Co-Operative Pharmacy13.45 miles
2 Maude Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4QD
Boots13.49 miles
66 Stricklandgate, Kendal, LA9 4PU
Superdrug13.54 miles
18a Westmorland Shop.Ctr., Stricklandgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4LR
The Co-Operative Pharmacy13.54 miles
132 Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE
Rowlands Pharmacy13.55 miles
Captain French Surgery, Old John Boste Club, Gillingate, Kendal, LA9 4JE
Leisure
Park
NORTH FEN3.44 miles
BLELHAM BOG4.27 miles
LAKE DISTRICT5.57 miles
BROCKHOLE (Grade II Listed)5.66 miles
BELLE ISLE (Grade II* Listed)5.68 miles
RUSLAND MOSS6.01 miles
RYDAL HALL (Grade II* Listed)6.39 miles
BLACKWELL (Grade II Listed)6.41 miles
RYDAL MOUNT (Grade II Listed)6.47 miles
FELL FOOT8.27 miles
DUDDON MOSSES9.55 miles
ROUDSEA WOOD AND MOSSES9.97 miles
WHITBARROW SCAR10.91 miles
WHITBARROW11.16 miles
MUNCASTER CASTLE (Grade II* Listed)12.61 miles
HOLKER HALL (Grade II Listed)13.15 miles
Shop
Groceries
Co-op Coniston0.14 miles
Coniston, LA21 8DU
W.F Hutchinsons0.16 miles
Kirkdale House, Coniston Cumbria LA21 8ED
SPAR Coniston0.18 miles
Hills Of Lakeland, Broughton Road, Cumbria, LA21 8EN
Co-op Ambleside3.07 miles
Hawkshead, LA22 0NZ
Co-op Ambleside4.79 miles
Langdale, LA22 9JE
SPAR Follen Ambleside6.13 miles
Compston Road, Cumbria, LA22 9DR
Tesco Ambleside (Express)6.13 miles
Market Place, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BU
Co-op Ambleside6.14 miles
Ambleside, LA22 9DR
Tesco Bowness-on-windermere (Express)6.24 miles
4-5 The Royal, Cumbria, Bowness-on-windermere, Westmorland, LA23 3DB
Co-op Windermere6.31 miles
Bowness, LA23 3BT
SPAR Troutbeck Bridge6.46 miles
Troutbeck Bridge Services, Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria, LA23 1HS
Co-op Ambleside6.50 miles
Grasmere, LA22 9TA
Sainsbury's Wndrmr Main Rd Local6.80 miles
Main Road, Windermere, Windermere, LA23 1DX
Co-op Windermere6.83 miles
Windermere, LA23 1EN
Booths Windermere6.90 miles
The Old Station, Victoria Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1QA
SPAR Staveley10.44 miles
51-53, Main Street, Cumbria, LA8 9LN
Transport
Airport
Blackpool International Airport41.02 miles
Bus Stop
The Ruskin Centre (N)0.09 miles
Primary School (N)0.12 miles
Holly Howe Youth Hostel (NW)0.12 miles
The Crown Inn (E)0.15 miles
The Crown (W)0.17 miles
John Ruskin School (W)0.25 miles
John Ruskin School (N)0.25 miles
John Ruskin School (NW)0.27 miles
Waterhead Hotel (E)0.51 miles
Waterhead Hotel (SW)0.51 miles
Waterhead Hotel (Coniston) Ferry Landing ()0.61 miles
Waterhead Pier ()0.61 miles
Waterhead Hotel (Coniston) Ferry Landing ()0.61 miles
Boating Centre (N)0.61 miles
Coniston Ferry Landing ()0.62 miles
Coniston Ferry Landing ()0.62 miles
Ferry Port
Waterhead Hotel (Coniston) Ferry Landing0.61 miles
Coniston Ferry Landing0.62 miles
Monk Coniston Ferry Landing0.83 miles
Brantwood (Coniston) Ferry Landing1.37 miles
Torver (Coniston) Ferry Landing1.69 miles
Sunny Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing3.54 miles
Water Park (Coniston) Ferry Landing4.63 miles
Lake Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing4.95 miles
Brockhole Ferry Landing5.57 miles
Far Sawrey Windermere Ferry Terminal5.62 miles
Ambleside Waterhead Ferry Landing5.62 miles
Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing5.91 miles
Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal6.11 miles
Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing8.05 miles
Fell Foot Country Park Ferry Landing8.19 miles
Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing13.03 miles
Railway Station
Windermere Rail Station6.92 miles
Foxfield Rail Station9.64 miles
Staveley Rail Station10.31 miles
Kirkby-in-Furness Rail Station10.60 miles
Green Road Rail Station11.14 miles
Ulverston Rail Station12.45 miles
Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station12.46 miles
Ravenglass Rail Station13.49 miles
Millom Rail Station13.62 miles
Askam Rail Station13.64 miles
Kendal Rail Station13.77 miles
Cark Rail Station13.97 miles
Grange-over-Sands Rail Station13.98 miles
Bootle (Cumbria) Rail Station13.99 miles
Silecroft Rail Station14.51 miles
Drigg Rail Station14.84 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (LA21 8DX)
Number of Properties in Catchment36
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)10
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)1
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
NEW VICARAGE, YEWDALE ROAD

CONISTON
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS
LA21 8DX		£690,000
2025-07-31
detached
freehold
14, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS
LA21 8DZ		£305,000
2025-01-27
detached
freehold
20, YEWDALE ROAD

CONISTON
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS
LA21 8DX		£230,000
2024-07-29
terraced
freehold
7, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS
LA21 8DZ		£383,000
2024-04-08
semidetached
freehold
BRANT CLOSE, SHEPHERDS BRIDGE LANE

CONISTON
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS
LA21 8AL		£725,000
2024-03-08
detached
freehold
SHEPHERDS BRIDGE, SHEPHERDS BRIDGE LANE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8AL		£675,000
2021-07-30
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2016-03-30   £380,000
HOLYWATH

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8HN		£3,000,000
2021-07-30
detached
freehold
Sold 2013-09-25   £780,000
BARN HOUSE, SILVER BANK

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8HW		£575,000
2021-06-18
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2019-08-30   £480,000
Sold 2013-12-17   £492,000
3, HELLENS COURT

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DS		£390,000
2021-05-07
semidetached
freehold
5, HELLENS COURT

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DS		£395,000
2021-04-07
terraced
freehold
Sold 2012-10-24   £285,000
2, IVY COTTAGES

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DE		£331,000
2021-01-19
semidetached
freehold
11, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£460,000
2020-06-05
detached
freehold
Sold 2013-07-19   £405,000
Sold 2009-04-24   £360,000
PLOT 6, HOLLY HOW CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8BZ		£150,000
2020-03-13
otherPropertyType (New)
freehold
PLOT 4, HOLLY HOW CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8BZ		£110,000
2020-03-06
otherPropertyType (New)
freehold
PLOT 1, HOLLY HOW CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8BZ		£135,000
2019-12-17
otherPropertyType (New)
freehold
4, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£447,500
2019-09-20
detached
freehold
20A, YEWDALE ROAD

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DX		£185,000
2019-09-20
terraced
freehold
Sold 2009-11-19   £172,000
Sold 2007-11-02   £185,000
PLOT 5, HOLLY HOW CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8BZ		£150,000
2019-09-13
otherPropertyType (New)
freehold
RASCAL HOWE, 6, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£346,000
2018-07-31
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-10-19   £322,500
Sold 2012-02-03   £290,000
BEECH TREE HOUSE, YEWDALE ROAD

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DX		£660,000
2017-06-26
otherPropertyType
freehold
GATE HOUSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8HN		£2,000
2017-03-29
otherPropertyType
freehold
3, LITTLE MOSS

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DY		£210,000
2016-07-11
terraced
freehold
Sold 2014-11-13   £212,000
Sold 2007-11-01   £175,000
Sold 2006-06-14   £162,500
ALAUNA, SHEPHERDS BRIDGE LANE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8AL		£395,000
2016-06-30
detached
freehold
2, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£350,000
2015-11-09
detached
freehold
YEWDALE COTTAGE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DE		£673,000
2014-03-20
detached
freehold
1, HELLENS COURT

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DS		£300,000
2014-03-14
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2006-10-23   £295,000
COACHMANS HOUSE, SILVER BANK

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8HW		£450,000
2013-09-25
terraced
freehold
1, SILVER BANK

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8HW		£495,000
2013-09-23
terraced
freehold
19, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£460,000
2012-12-14
detached
freehold
10, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£320,000
2012-12-13
detached
freehold
21, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£570,000
2011-10-05
detached
freehold
3, IVY COTTAGES

CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DE		£249,995
2010-06-10
semidetached
freehold
BRANT CLOSE
CONISTON
CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8AL		£497,000
2007-01-10
detached
freehold
3, BARRATT CROFT
CONISTON
CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DT		£128,000
2005-08-12
terraced
leasehold
16, COLLINGWOOD CLOSE
CONISTON
CONISTON
CUMBRIA
LA21 8DZ		£295,000
2005-06-24
detached
freehold
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