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The accommodations at The Wilson Arms are comfortable and homely, each room offering a tranquil retreat after a day of exploration. The inn features a popular restaurant that serves delicious meals made from locally sourced ingredients, and a traditional pub offering a wide selection of local ales and spirits. The friendly staff at The Wilson Arms are known for their attentive service and commitment to ensuring guests have an enjoyable and memorable stay.
Due to its location in Coniston, The Wilson Arms provides guests with easy access to a range of local attractions in the Lake District. The beautiful Coniston Water is nearby, offering opportunities for boating and fishing. The charming village of Coniston is steeped in history, including a connection to John Ruskin and a rich mining past that can be explored in the Ruskin Museum. Further afield, guests can explore the stunning landscapes of the Lake District National Park, with the challenging Coniston Old Man hike a popular choice. Whether you're seeking a relaxing retreat or an active holiday, The Wilson Arms offers a comfortable and convenient base for your Lake District experience.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 348 feet / 106 metres above sea level
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Log Fire
Gift shop
Outdoor Seating
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Log Fire
Gift shop
Outdoor Seating
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Bar / Pub
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Fishing
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International Airports
Local Airports
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
16.0 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
43.5 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 36 Skipton, Kirkby Lonsdale east & Barrow, Kendal west
17.1 miles M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
19.3 miles A601(M) Junction J35a
Milnthorpe, Kendal, Morecambe, Carnforth
19.6 miles
Railway Stations
Foxfield station code = FOX
LA20 6BX
7.0 miles Kirkby-in-Furness
station code = KBF
LA17 7TA
8.0 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near The Wilson Arms Bed and breakfast Coniston
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Coniston Water -
LA21 8LA
SD 30286 94287
= dumpy.insolvent.impulse Hotels nearby. 18 minutes walk
LA21 8LA
SD 30286 94287
= dumpy.insolvent.impulse Hotels nearby.
A lake just over 5 miles long, in the southern Lake District. with boat hire available and pleasant walks around the lake and nearby fells. he lake has history of many attempts at the water speed record
1.2m / 1.9km -
Coniston Boating Centre -
LA21 8EW
SD 30280 97393
= basic.language.villager Hotels nearby. 35 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
2.3m / 3.7km -
Banishead Quarry -
LA20 6EE
SD 27819 96031
= rare.dilute.cascaded Hotels nearby. 18 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
1.2m / 1.9km -
Coniston Brewing Co -
LA21 8HL
SD 30133 97697
= marathons.conforms.pronouns Hotels nearby. 37 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
2.4m / 3.9km -
Brantwood -
LA21 8AD
SD 30792 94554
= imperious.bossy.whiplash Hotels nearby. 23 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
1.5m / 2.4km -
The Ruskin Museum -
LA21 8DU
SD 30219 97663
= intrigued.boater.vandalism Hotels nearby. 37 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
2.5m / 4km -
Steam Yacht Gondola -
LA21 8AN
SD 30792 97005
= booklets.restless.crisp Hotels nearby. 35 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
2.3m / 3.7km -
Coniston Cruises -
LA21 8AJ
SD 31025 97567
= electric.sniff.pegs Hotels nearby. 40 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
2.7m / 4.3km -
The Old Man of Coniston -
LA21 8HX
SD 27333 97756
= panther.royally.animates Hotels nearby.
2.3m / 3.7km - 35 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 Feet2.3m / 3.7km -
Grizedale Forest Park -
LA22 0QJ
SD 33572 94385
= commander.gazes.snap Hotels nearby. 48 minutes walk
LA22 0QJ
SD 33572 94385
= commander.gazes.snap Hotels nearby.
A recreation location, with forest trails, to walk and cycle, mountain bike trails, you can even hire an Electric bike. Look out for the forest art as you walk and don't forget the forest visitors centre and Grizedale Café
3.2m / 5.1km - View more hotels nearby with distances
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Lakeland House - Coniston - 2.47
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The Coniston Inn - Coniston - 2.63
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