The Wilson Arms
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- Pitches within the grounds of a family-run Lake District village pub
- On the Cumbria Way, a five-minute drive from Coniston village
- Pub with great food, takeaways and beer garden, plus deli on site
From pint to pitch in a matter of just a few minutes… if that sounds like just the thing for your Cumbria break, book a spot at The Wilson Arms, where pitches are located just behind a fab family-run pub about five minutes’ drive from Coniston.
This being the Lake District National Park, there are gorgeous views all around here – the pub sits in the shadow of the towering Old Man of Coniston and Dow Crag, and it’s close to the Duddon Valley, Furness Fells and other lovely parts of the Lakes (Ambleside, Grasmere and Wastwater are all within easy reach). Long-distance walkers may also like to note that it’s on the route of the Cumbria Way (a stopover with a pub attached… how handy…)
Wherever you choose to roam by day, back at base you can spend the evening cosied up in the classic country pub, which serves top-notch meals, fine ales and takeaways. There’s also a lovely deli on site, so it’s easy to pick up various bits of local food for your picnic, home-baked cakes and light meals (including soups and jacket potatoes).
Site type
10
6Open all year
This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The restaurant is open between 02/01 and 25/12.
- The grocery shop is open between 02/01 and 25/12.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 25 or over.
- The bar is open between 02/01 and 25/12.
- Protective masks must be worn at all times in common areas.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- Please note that there are currently no toilet and shower facilities for the campsite, so onboard facilities are required. The pub toilets are available for use between 8.30am and approximately 10.30pm.
Languages spoken
English
Wifi at the unit/site
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Pub campground Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
The Wilson Arms
Torver
Coniston
Cumbria
England
LA21 8BB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
54.33805°N
-3.10331°W
Nearest transport
Coach13.7 km Kelsick Road opposite Library
13.7 km Tourist Information Centre
13.8 km Rail Station
Rail11.5 km Foxfield Rail Station
12.9 km Kirkby-in-Furness Rail Station
13.8 km Windermere Rail Station
Ferry2 km Torver (Coniston) Ferry Landing
2.1 km Sunny Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing
3.2 km Brantwood (Coniston) Ferry Landing
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Where will you go walking first? The Old Man of Coniston walking trail (10 minutes’ drive) for views of valleys and copper mines along the way? Tarn Hows (15 minutes) for a short hike around the lakeside? Windermere’s west shore (half an hour) to catch a boat over to the gothic jetty at the National Trust’s Wray Castle (25 minutes)? Or perhaps Wastwater (20 minutes) or Ambleside (25 minutes) for more of the lakes?
Hiking the day away is easy from this site, but watersports are another way to keep active and Coniston (five minutes) has plenty on this front, from Canadian canoe or kayak hire to boat trips for those of you who want to get about the water a bit quicker. And for another place that will keep you moving, Grizedale Forest (25 minutes) has mountain biking trails, a sculpture park and Go Ape, so take your pick.
Nature’s certainly a treat in these parts, but so is history. The National Trust’s Hill Top (25 minutes) is all about the stories of Beatrix Potter, as her old house lives on here. Elsewhere, Brantwood (15 minutes) is the home-turned-museum of another English writer, John Ruskin.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haverigg | 20.5 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Silecroft | 20.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seascale | 25.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Walney West Shore | 26.5 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
| Walney Sandy Gap | 28.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Beatrix Potter Gallery 7.8 km
Hill Top 8.7 km
Lakeland Motor Museum 11.4 km
Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside 11.5 km
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 11.8 km
National Trust
Gondola' 3.7 km
Coniston and Tarn Hows 5.2 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 7.8 km
Hill Top 8.7 km
Fell Foot Park 12.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 2.9 km
The Beacon and Blawith Fell 3.8 km
Coniston - Levers Water - Coniston 3.9 km
Coniston - Little Arrow - Coniston Lakeshore 3.9 km
Coniston - Tarn Hows - Coniston 3.9 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 38.8 km
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Wilson Arms have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Wilson Arms dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Wilson Arms? Where will you go walking first? The Old Man of Coniston walking trail (10 minutes’ drive) for views of valleys and copper mines along the way? Tarn Hows (15 minutes) for a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Wilson Arms?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Wilson Arms? From $56.57 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.