Lake District

Historic Steam Yacht Gondola

The unrivalled sailing experience in the Lake District

Coniston Pier, Lake Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AN

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Passengers enjoying a trip on the Steam Yacht Gondola, Coniston, Lake District

Boat - usually no more than one step to entrance with handrail. Adapted toilets at Coniston Boating Centre. Steep path to Brantwood House (not National Trust) if disembarking at Brantwood jetty. The operation of the boat itself is very quiet. Ear defenders are available if required for external stimuli.
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Boat - usually no more than one step to entrance with handrail. Adapted toilets at Coniston Boating Centre. Steep path to Brantwood House (not National Trust) if disembarking at Brantwood jetty. The operation of the boat itself is very quiet. Ear defenders are available if required for external stimuli.
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By road
A593 from Ambleside or Broughton; A5084 from Greenodd. If coming from M6 Junction 36, consider taking A590 to Greenodd then A5084 to Torver rather than busy Ambleside route. Pier is at end of Lake Road- turn right at Fish and Chip shop near petrol station (there is a brown Gondola sign).
Parking: Unfortunately, Gondola does not have dedicated parking. The nearest car-park is 50 yards away, pay and display, at Coniston Pier (not National Trust). There are other car parks in the village, about 10 mins walk from the jetty. Please note that parking can be very busy in Summer, and allow time to park and arrive at the boat 5 minutes before departure time.
By train
Train to Windermere - via 505 bus to Coniston, from Windermere station.
By bus
From Windermere, take the 505 to Coniston. From Barrow-Ulverston, take X12 to Coniston. More information and timings can be found here: www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/cumbria-and-north-lancashire
Cycling
Cycling - more information

Opening times for 21 May 2025
Asset	Opening time
Full Lake Cruise	14:00 - 15:40
Heart of the Lake Cruise	12:00 - 13:00
Mountain Cruise	10:50 - 11:35
Heart of the Lake (2)	Closed

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Planning your visit

Find out all you need to know before your visit to the Steam Yacht Gondola on Coniston Water.

The Steam Yacht Gondola full of passengers exploring Coniston Water in the Lake District, Cumbria

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Group cruises on Steam Yacht Gondola

Groups are welcome to join sailings on the historic Steam Yacht Gondola to cruise Coniston Water. Find out how to make a group booking and the benefits you'll receive.

Crew members in the Engine Room on Steam Yacht Gondola on Coniston Water, Lake District

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Be a Steam Yacht Gondola engineer for a day – gift experience

Roll up your sleeves and join the crew for a hands-on, one-to-one full day experience on the Steam Yacht Gondola, a magnificent Victorian steamboat.

Gondola, a rebuilt Victorian steam-powered yacht, on Coniston Water, Lake District

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Private charters and weddings on the Steam Yacht Gondola

This beautifully restored steam powered yacht makes for the most unusual of experiences for your wedding, party or corporate event in the Lake District.

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Be a Steam Yacht Gondola engineer for a day – gift experience

Roll up your sleeves and join the crew for a hands-on, one-to-one full day experience on the Steam Yacht Gondola, a magnificent Victorian steamboat.

Passengers aboard the Steam Yacht Gondola on Coniston Water, Lake District, Cumbria

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To ensure you get a ticket, book on line up until 10am on the day of travel. After 10am, purchase tickets onboard by cash or card, subject to availability. Every Thursday time slots will be available for the next 28 days.

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