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© National Trust/Linda Doran
It truly is glorious scenery all year round
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© Photography by Ward
Not an ordinary commute to work for our rangers
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© National Trust/Linda Doran
Everyone's spring favourite - bluebells near Coniston
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© National Trust/Linda Doran
Lots of green in the 'spring collection'
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© National Trust/Linda Doran
Spring in the woods - when flowers come to life
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© National Trust/Linda Doran
It's a hard life when you're a new Herdwick lamb!
Landscape of fell, meadow and woodland around Coniston Water
Coniston covers a large area of some of the Lake District's most scenic woodland, water and fells.
One of many lovely places is the iconic Tarn Hows beauty spot, with its magnificent mountain views. The readily accessible Blea Tarn in Little Langdale also has superb views and fine walking.
Monk Coniston Hall was once home to James Garth Marshall, the Victorian creator of Tarn Hows. Explore the old walled garden and grounds famed for their exotic conifer.
Don't miss
- Visit Blea Tarn for spectacular views of the Langdale Pikes
- There is access to much of Coniston Water shoreline
- Visit the restored Monk Coniston walled garden
- Explore the Norse settlement site at Fell Foot
Our places to visit guide
A guide to our places to visit.
See our ideas for National Trust countryside places to visit around the Coniston and Hawkshead area.
It's family-friendly, come rain or shine
The Coniston area is a favourite with families.
Wellies and kids make a great combination so even if the weather's wet, you can still get out and enjoy the countryside. If the sun shines, that's a great bonus.
Watery fun with sail & trail
Enjoy our lakes and tarns in different ways.
We have large lakes and small tarns in the Coniston and Hawkshead area, so take a cruise or use a boat to make a walk even more enjoyable.
Try orienteering
Have a go at orienteering.
We have a trail for beginners and another for more experienced participants. These are permanently on offer in the wonderful setting of Tarn Hows.
Hike & bike
Something for the more energetic.
For our more energetic visitors, there's a host of walking and biking opportunities in the Coniston area, such as big mountains like The Old Man and dedicated off-road biking routes.
Behind the scenes
Interested in what goes on behind the scenes?
Follow our countryside team's weekly blog to learn:
- What it's like for us here
- What's going on and what's new