Activities at Steam Yacht Gondola

A Lake District Victorian Journey

Spend a day exploring the unique landscape of the Lake District by various modes of transport, in the traditional style of the Victorian era.

Head of the Lake Cruise on Gondola

All aboard for the Head of the Lake Cruise with optional stop-off at Brantwood or Monk Coniston for a walk to Tarn Hows.

Five reasons to come aboard this autumn

A sail on Coniston lake aboard Gondola is an idyllic autumn activity, enjoyed by thousands since Victorian times. Discover why so many have taken to this steam-powered yacht with our top reasons to visit this season.

Gondola cruises for walkers

Take in the stunning scenery around Coniston by combining a cruise down the length of the lake with an energising 9.6km or 12.2km walk up onto the fells.

Private Charters and weddings on Gondola

Looking for a wedding reception, anniversary, birthday, retirement or corporate venue on the lake in Coniston? Gondola is a different kind of experience; a beautifully restored steam powered yacht available to hire as a private venue.

Steam into spring aboard Gondola in 2018

Find out what's happening aboard Steam Yacht Gondola this Easter and spring

A Victorian day out in Coniston

Make the most of your day out on Coniston and combine your cruise with a visit to Brantwood, the home of John Ruskin.

Sept 2018: Gondola ‘family’ reunion to mark ruby rebuild anniversary

A reunion of those connected to the rebuilding of Gondola 40 years ago met on board in September for some nostalgic reminiscing.

Groups are welcome on Steam Yacht Gondola

We'd like to welcome your group on board Gondola throughout our sailing year for a historic cruise on Coniston water. Advance bookings benefit from group rates and coach drivers' vouchers. Here's all the information you need to begin your booking.

The Swallows & Amazons return

Hop on board Steam Yacht Gondola and experience the magic of Arthur Ransome's world of Swallows & Amazons. See real locations that influenced places in the book and see some of the film locations used for the new Swallows & Amazons movie.

Enjoy a cruise aboard Gondola this Autumn

Jump on board Gondola this Autumn and enjoy the array of spectacular colours around Coniston Water

Private charters

This beautifully restored, steam powered yacht is available for you to hire for your special event.

January 2018: Snowed under

It's all work, work, work over the winter

November 2017: One flag just isn't enough

Ever wondered what the different flags represent on Steam Yacht Gondola?

October 2017: Steam Yacht Gondola, or is it?

Why is it called 'Steam Yacht Gondola'?

Steaming into Autumn

Find out what's in store on Steam Yacht Gondola this autumn.

Steam Yacht Gondola Brantwood to Parkamoor trail

This Lake District walk starts and ends with a trip on Coniston’s famous steam-powered Steam Yacht Gondola, providing a perfect opportunity to view the area’s spectacular scenery from the water as well as from the fells during your walk.

• Moderate
• 3 hours
• 6.0 miles (9.65km)

Steam Yacht Gondola Lake Bank to Coniston

This beautiful walk is in two distinct parts. The first takes you up to 200m above sea level and the second part follows the lake shore path, and both have wonderful views.

• Moderate
• 4 hours
• 7.6 miles (12.2km)