Coniston Water – Scenic view of Coniston Water loop from Coniston

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Coniston Water – Scenic view of Coniston Water loop from Coniston

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Coniston Water – Scenic view of Coniston Water loop from Coniston

06:05

23.0km

230m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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558 m

View of the Coniston Fells

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Beautiful view of the mountains.

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600 m

Coniston Hall

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Coniston Hall is a former house on the west bank of Coniston Water in the Lake District. The house dates from the late 16th century, or possibly earlier. It is …

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1.58 km

Beach

1.92 km

Coniston Water

Highlight • Viewpoint

Coniston Water is a lake in the Lake District. It is the third largest lake by volume, after Windermere and Ullswater, and the fifth largest by surface area. The lake …

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2.06 km

University of Birmingham Boathouse, Coniston Water

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This boathouse is owned by the nearby Raymond Priestley Centre at the University of Birmingham. It is situated on the shores of Coniston Water, overlooking the famous 'Old Man of …

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2.47 km

Lakeside Path at Lake District National Park

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Well maintained traffic free footpath along the shore of Coniston Water.

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4.32 km

Take a rest and enjoy the breathtaking views across the picturesque Coniston Water lake, situated in the iconic Lake District. The lake is about 5 miles long and is surrounded by beautiful hills and mountains.

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4.65 km

Sunny Bank Jetty

Highlight • Lake

6.51 km

Thrang Crag Wood

Forest

18.2 km

Knipe Wood

Forest

20.2 km

North Shore of Coniston Water

Highlight • Lake

In the summer this is one of the best spots for a picnic. If you continue around the lake from the car park you will come to a jetty which is great from swimming from.

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