Welcome to Coniston
Coniston is the perfect holiday destination to explore the surrounding mountains, water and woodlands. Situated in the heart of the Lake District, the village of Coniston sits at the northwest head of Coniston Water. The village continues to be a great favourite with holidaymakers today.
With many traditional shops such as a butcher, bakery, newsagents and several pubs and cafés to choose from, there’s a lot to keep you occupied during your visit here.
Why you should use our YHA campsites:
- Beautiful garden and grounds
- Ideal location for mountain biking
- Spectacular mountain views
- Breakfast and evening meals available
- On-site bar
Map of hostels with camping in Coniston
YHA hostels with camping in Coniston
YHA Coniston Holly How
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Things to do in Coniston
Coniston Cruises
Enjoy a beautiful boat cruise on Coniston Water, staying on the boat for the full cruise or getting off at a jetty to explore. Or just use the service as a ferry to get between where the different...
Cycling in Coniston Holly How
The circular route around Coniston Water is perfect for easy, relaxing rides. Take on the high altitude buzz of Hardknott and Wrynose passes from the hostel. The Fred Whitton Challenge around lakes...
Mountain Biking around Coniston Holly How
There's low level bridleways with easy wooded terrain for youngsters, while the more adventurous can take on the challenge of Walna Scar Road or the north face trail in Grizedale Forest. If you haven...
Steam Yacht Gondola
The gondola is the perfect way to view Coniston's spectacular scenery. Sail to Monk Coniston jetty and then walk to Tarn Hows. View the Yacht's National Trust website
The Ruskin Museum
Exhibition including the Ruskin collection, the copper mines, slate, geology, farming and Donald Campbell's Bluebird. Visit the website
Walking and Rambling around Coniston Holly How
Explore the drama of Coniston Old Man and Weatherlam compared to the tranquillity of Tarn Hows in Beatrix Potter country. Wind your way up through the mining heritage of Coniston, through a jagged...
Also available in Coniston
Landpods
Enjoy the camping experience with some upgrades. Staying in a Landpod is like camping with a few added extras: all bedding is included, plus duvets, LED lighting and a cosy seating area. Perfect for getting closer to nature
Tipis
Our spacious tipis bring new meaning to the term glamping holiday. Not only do YHA offer superb low-cost hostel accommodation for all the family but these festival-style tents are at some of our very best UK locations.
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