Waterhead Coniston












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- Quiet, back to basics pop-up site on the shoreline of Coniston Water
- Tarn Hows and lake cruises within walking distance
- A 10-minute walk from Coniston village; two minutes to local pub
Site type
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
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99% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
Great basic pop-up site, right on the lake! Easy walk to Coniston village. Reviewers love the big pitches, quiet vibe and helpful owners. Facilities are simple but clean. Brilliant value for money.
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Will come again next year
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Bargain Price
Great location just a few minutes walk from conniston village.
Lake access
Quiet
Disliked None
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Quiet lakeside site with flat pitches in a cracking location.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Quiet field, lakeside views and access, exactly as described.
Variety of vans, cars, and tents, and a nice atmosphere.
Portaloos were as good as portaloos get, and an easy walk into Coniston.
Disliked Nothing. Simple and cheap facilities, exactly as described.
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Excellent location and great value for money
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Lovely spot, excellent location and very welcoming - liked the ease of being able to choose where to pitch and park.
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Views of lake Choice of where…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Views of lake
Choice of where to pitch
Disliked Distance to potaloo's
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Great location, beautiful views would recommend
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Quite location
Access to the lake
Peaceful
Disliked More lighting needed around but get that it’s just a pop up
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Fantastic location on the shore of…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Fantastic location on the shore of Coniston with ready access to the lake, ideal for paddle boarding. Coniston copper mines and the surrounding Fells are easily reached too. Coniston village is a short walk away for access to some great pubs and restaurants. A great site if you are after a short active break in the Lakes
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Excellent
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great lots of space . Great for a couple of nights stay
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fFantastic location, great value, quiet.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Fantastic location, right next to the lake, perfect for swim or sup and easy to leave the car at camp and walk . Easy access to plenty of scenic walks / hikes.( Which is what I wanted) Spacious pitches on level ground,
Disliked Portaloos a bit smelly but clean they were emptied day I left so think this depends when your stay falls.. They were clean though with paper.
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Lovely little site close to town and easy access for lake
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Loved the site basic facility’s such a portaloos but that’s what we enjoy and is never a issue for us and a. lovely view of the lake and easy access
Disliked Nothing
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Really lovely site, perfect location by…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Really lovely site, perfect location by the lake. Owners really friendly and welcoming. Will definitely book again :)
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
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 Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. 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 yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Waterhead Coniston
Coniston
Cumbria
England
LA21 8AJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.36851°N
3.06119°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Haverigg | 24.8 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Silecroft | 25.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Seascale | 27.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Walney West Shore | 30.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Walney Sandy Gap | 32.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Beatrix Potter Gallery 4 km
Hill Top 6.1 km
Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 8.5 km
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 9 km
The World of Beatrix Potter 9.1 km
National Trust
Gondola' 0.7 km
Coniston and Tarn Hows 0.9 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 4 km
Hill Top 6.1 km
Grasmere and Great Langdale 8.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Coniston and the Yewdale Fells 0.8 km
Coniston - Little Arrow - Coniston Lakeshore 0.8 km
Coniston - Holme Fell 0.8 km
Coniston - Levers Water - Coniston 0.9 km
Coniston - Tarn Hows - Coniston 0.9 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 Waterhead Coniston have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Waterhead Coniston dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Waterhead Coniston? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Steam Yacht Gondola cruises: 10 minutes’ walk - Tarn Hows: 45 minutes’ walk/10 minutes’ drive - Brantwood (former home of artist John Ruskin): 10 minutes’ drive … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Waterhead Coniston?
Camping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m.