An historic lead mine located at the head of the Coledale Valley, in the shadow of Grizedale Pike, in the hills above the village of Braithwaite. The mine has had several distinct phases of operation; it opened in 1839 as a lead mine, a function it fulfilled until 1865. From 1867 it was converted into a zinc mining operation, and though it was never terribly successful, it stayred more or less afloat as a business concern until the latter part of the 20th century.
Coledale Valley,
Braithwaite,
Lake District,
Cumbria,
England
'Gondola' is a purpose built steam yacht, carrying passengers on pleasure trips around Coniston Water as it has done since Victorian times. The yacht was first deployed on Coniston Water in 1859, and carried passengers on daily trips until 1939. The boat was badly damaged in a storm in the 1960s, so badly, in fact, that it was determined that she was too badly damaged to be restored. A new Gondola was built on the same lines as the original, and launched in 1980.
Pier Cottage,
Coniston,
Lake District,
Cumbria,
England,
LA21 8AJ
Meet animals from around the world at this Lake District wildlife park, from a Canadian lynx to a bald eagle or wild boar. Organised by continent, so it's really like a mini tour of the animal world. Flying displays, chances to handle the animals.
Coalbeck Farm,
Bassenthwaite,
Cumbria,
England,
CA12 4 RD
Set in 22 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodlands near Ullswater in the glorious Lake District countryside. The estate, which is over 200 years old, was once the private residence of a local family and now combines the grace of a bygone age with modern facilities. The award-winning Regency … more >>
