How to find us
Location map
The blue icons with a white ‘i’ show the location of the centre on the map below.
Click the map controls to zoom in, or move the map around. Loading maps can take time, so please be patient!
Taking the bus
Coniston village is linked to various towns and villages by bus, with extra services in the summer. Then it’s just a half mile amble to the lakeshore and Coniston Boating Centre.
- The Stagecoach 505 bus runs between Coniston and Kendal via Hawkshead Ambleside – see the bus route, stops, times and live updates on the Stagecoach website
- The Blueworks Private Hire X12 bus runs between Coniston and Ulverston via Torver – see the bus route, stops, times and live updates on the Bustimes.org website
Arrive by boat
Make the journey to Coniston Boating Centre part of the adventure and arrive by boat.
- The Steam Yacht Gondola is a rebuilt Victorian steam-powered yacht that will transport you back to an era of peace and tranquillity. It sails every day (weather permitting) with round trips taking approximately 45 minutes from Coniston Boating Centre, calling at Brantwood jetty – find more information and book on the National Trust website
- Coniston Launch boats leave Coniston Boating Centre daily, with regular trips across to Brantwood. Special cruises include “Swallows and Amazons” and “Campbells on Coniston”. There are various jetties where the lake cruises stop for passengers to hop-on and hop-off. To add Coniston Boating Centre to your journey, visit the Coniston Launch website
Car parking
Car parking charges are payable 9:00 am to 18:00 pm.
- Up to 2 hours = £5
- 3 hours = £5
- 4 hours = £6.50
- 5 hours = £7
- All day (24 hours) = £8.50
Charges apply to all vehicles, including coaches, trailers and vehicles displaying a blue badge.
All car park charges go towards keeping the National Park special for the future.
Toilets
Toilets are available, located next to the car park.
