“The Coniston Fells are predominantly Lakeland, with lofty ridges, steep and craggy declivities, lovely waterfalls and lonely tarns and the general scenic charm so typical of the district”
A Wainwright
The Old Man Of Coniston is one of the most famous and popular mountains in the Lake District and until 1974 was the highest peak in Lancashire, when Cumbria was formed.
Another popular connection is the link between the Coniston Old Man and Arthur Ransome's Swallows And Amazons books, where The Old Man of Coniston was known by the children as Kanchenjunga.
Let our experienced instructors show you some of the history of this area of the Lakes and take you on a wonderful guided fell walk around the Coniston Fells.
“The prospects in all directions being of high quality”
A Wainwright
From Coniston Village we climb via the Coppermines Valley to ascend via the old mine tracks to the summit of Coniston Old Man, the highest of the Coniston Fells, with impressive views over Coniston below. From here we will continue over Brim Fell to the summit of Swirl How where we will have wonderful views over the Little Langdale Valley before continuing on to the summit of Wetherlam, a wonderful summit where we will then pick a route down to Coniston Village.
A variation to this route is available upon request to take in the summit of Dow Crag, this will be climbed on the ascent of The Old Man, the subsequent route from the summit of the Old Man of Coniston can then be shortened to make a more manageable walk.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: Coniston TIC
Postcode: LA21 8EH
Grid Reference: SD 303 975
Directions
From Ambleside: Follow the A593 signposted to Coniston, follow this all the way to Coniston, park in the car park on Ruskin Avenue, we will meet outside the Tourist Information Centre at the car park.
Bus Services
Coniston is well sevices by the 505 route, the meet point is next to the main bus stop.
The 505 runs between Coniston and Ambleside, via Hawkshead.
Stagecoach bus timetables can be viewed here
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The Old Man of Coniston Review by Daniel Willmore
Had another fantastic day out on the Fells with John - an amazing walk up and over The Old Man of Coniston. Really loved all the history and facts that John shared on the way round and can't wait to be back up next year.
(Posted on 28/11/2018)
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Great walk Review by AW
A great day out in the hills. Good walking. Great views. (Posted on 05/11/2017)
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