Coniston Heritage Snapshot
Author Arthur Ransome drew much of the inspiration for his popular book 'Swallows and Amazons' from his trips to Coniston Water while he was growing up. The steam yacht Gondola, which now carries visitors on sightseeing trips up and down the lake, was Ransome's inspiration for Captain Flint's houseboat in the book. Local History
The Yewdale Hotel is a situated in the centre of Coniston and therefore central for the scenic delights of the Lake District. Built of local stone and slate in 1896, it was once part guest house and part bank. Eight centrally heated bedrooms with en suite, TV and tea-making facilities, … more >> Accommodation Rating: Accommodation Type: Inn From:£50.00
A little bit different. Relax in comfortable and contemporary surroundings, with a mix of leather, solid oak and pine furniture. Newly refurbished (Jan09), and styled to meet today's expectations. Lakeland House has gone that little bit further to provide a modern twist to the traditional lakeland guest house. There is … more >> Accommodation Rating: Accommodation Type: Guest Accommodation From:£45.00
