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Situated at the foot of the Old Man of Coniston, a famous fell that offers a challenging climb, the hostel is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The immediate surroundings offer a plethora of hiking trails, mountain biking routes, and rock-climbing sites. The nearby Coniston Water, one of the most beautiful lakes in the region, provides opportunities for sailing, kayaking, and wild swimming. The village of Coniston itself is a short walk away and boasts local pubs, shops, and the Ruskin Museum, which tells the story of the area's history. A short drive away, guests can visit the iconic Beatrix Potter's Hill Top Farm or the bustling towns of Ambleside and Windermere. With its exceptional location and warm, rustic charm, YHA Coniston Coppermines offers an ideal base for exploring the Lake District's stunning natural beauty.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 634 feet / 193.2 metres above sea level
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Children Welcome
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Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Open All Year
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Bar / Pub
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International Airports
Local Airports
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
18.7 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
40.8 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 36 Skipton, Kirkby Lonsdale east & Barrow, Kendal west
18.1 miles M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
19.3 miles M6 Junction 39
Keld
20.0 miles
Railway Stations
Windermere station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
7.7 miles Foxfield
station code = FOX
LA20 6BX
9.4 miles
Ferry Ports
Attractions & places to see near this Hostel
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Coniston Brewing Co -
LA21 8HL
SD 30133 97697
= marathons.conforms.pronouns Hotels nearby. 14 minutes walk
LA21 8HL
SD 30133 97697
= marathons.conforms.pronouns Hotels nearby.
Whilst the Brewery does not provide official tours, they are listed here as they provide award winning Ales
0.9m / 1.4km -
Steam Yacht Gondola -
LA21 8AN
SD 30792 97005
= booklets.restless.crisp Hotels nearby. 22 minutes walk
LA21 8AN
SD 30792 97005
= booklets.restless.crisp Hotels nearby.
Operated by the National Trust, this is a a rebuilt Victorian steam yacht that cruises Coniston Water, you can also combine this with great walks from the shores around the lake
1.5m / 2.4km -
The Ruskin Museum -
LA21 8DU
SD 30219 97663
= intrigued.boater.vandalism Hotels nearby. 14 minutes walk
LA21 8DU
SD 30219 97663
= intrigued.boater.vandalism Hotels nearby.
A museum telling the Story of Coniston through the ages including Donald Campbells water speed record attempt
1m / 1.6km -
Banishead Quarry -
LA20 6EE
SD 27819 96031
= rare.dilute.cascaded Hotels nearby. 26 minutes walk
LA20 6EE
SD 27819 96031
= rare.dilute.cascaded Hotels nearby.
A disused slate quarry in the hills west of Little Arrow near Coniston, now flooded, it has a particularly impressive waterfall from the surrounding land into the quarry
1.7m / 2.7km -
Coniston Boating Centre -
LA21 8EW
SD 30280 97393
= basic.language.villager Hotels nearby. 16 minutes walk
LA21 8EW
SD 30280 97393
= basic.language.villager Hotels nearby.
A selection of different water craft for hire to take out on coniston Water plus bike hire
1.1m / 1.8km -
Tom Gill Waterfalls -
LA21 8DP
SD 32439 99891
= bedspread.guru.bunch Hotels nearby. 35 minutes walk
LA21 8DP
SD 32439 99891
= bedspread.guru.bunch Hotels nearby.
A National Trust circular walk through woodlands , wonderful scenery and views which also passes the impressive Tom Gill Waterfalls
2.3m / 3.7km -
The Old Man of Coniston -
LA21 8HX
SD 27333 97756
= panther.royally.animates Hotels nearby.
1.1m / 1.8km - 17 minutes walk
LA21 8HX
SD 27333 97756
= panther.royally.animates Hotels nearby.
A fell in the Southern Fells region of the Lake District, overlooking Coniston village and the lake
Elevation = 803 Meters / 2634.5 Feet1.1m / 1.8km -
Tarn Hows -
LA21 8DP
SD 33050 99935
= goals.trend.revamping Hotels nearby.
2.7m / 4.3km - 40 minutes walk
LA21 8DP
SD 33050 99935
= goals.trend.revamping Hotels nearby.
This Tarn (mountain lake) is a scenoic spot located 180 metres up in the fells North East of Coniston, operated through the National trust there are good footpaths, and a circular walk around this very scenic spot. there is a large car Park for the Tarn.
Elevation = 180 Meters / 590.6 Feet2.7m / 4.3km -
Coniston Cruises -
LA21 8AJ
SD 31025 97567
= electric.sniff.pegs Hotels nearby. 21 minutes walk
LA21 8AJ
SD 31025 97567
= electric.sniff.pegs Hotels nearby.
Regular scheduled cruises and group charters on Coniston Water with the ability to either stay on the boat or get of to form part of a walk in the area
1.4m / 2.3km -
Brantwood -
LA21 8AD
SD 30792 94554
= imperious.bossy.whiplash Hotels nearby. 41 minutes walk
LA21 8AD
SD 30792 94554
= imperious.bossy.whiplash Hotels nearby.
Country house and former home of John Ruskin , a museum and arts centre
2.7m / 4.3km - View more hotels nearby with distances
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