Bluebird Lodge Guest House - Coniston, Cumbria

Coniston Village

A typical Lakeland village, close to one of Cumbria's most
spectacular lakes, with the mountain 'The Old Man of Coniston', rising 2,635ft. aIdeal for both high and low fell walkers.

Coniston, just fifteen minutes walk from Waterhead, has a selection of Cafes and bars to suit all tastes in food & drink.

The lake itself is surrounded by woodland and is where 'Speed Ace', Donald Campbell, made his water speed record attempts back in the 1960's.

To the East of the Lake is 'Brantwood House', the former home of the late John Ruskin, artist & writer. His work can also be seen in the Ruskin Museum, in the centre of Coniston, which also contains many articles related to local history.

Boat trips, boat hire and mountain bike hire are available within a short walking distance.

Freshwater fishing is also very popular.

Donald Campbell - Coniston

Donald Campbell

Coniston Water will always be remembered as the place where Donald Campbell made his water speed record attempts which ultimately claimed his life.

With the water speed record already in his hands at over 280mph (Coniston 1966), on 4th January 1967 he attempted to raise the record to 300mph. He was well on course for this when disaster struck.

Donald Campbell was finally laid to rest in St Andrews Church, Cemetary, Coniston (behind Lakeland House) on 12 September 2001.
It is expected that the restored remains of "Bluebird" will be displayed at the Ruskin Museum.

Coniston Water