Opening times

Boat and bike hire:

10.00am - 4.00pm

Bluebird Café:

9.30am - 4.00pm

Getting here

Coniston Boating Centre
Lake Road, Coniston
Cumbria LA21 8AN
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The complete guide for having a fun packed adventure this summer holiday

The complete guide for having a fun packed adventure this summer holiday

Do you ever wish you could have a fun packed family day out without the kids getting bored? Well we might just have the answer…

This summer visit Coniston Boating Centre, enjoy a true taste of the Lake District (be real Swallows and Amazons!) and create fantastic memories with your friends and family! Whether you are visiting for the day, weekend, or are lucky enough to live here –come and see us down at the lakeshore and feel the wind in your hair:

An adventure on Coniston Water

No matter what your ability or previous experience, there is a boat for everyone! Take your pick from motor boats, canoes, kayaks, paddle boards or sailing boats. Well behaved 4 legged friends are even welcome on-board. Woof.

Fun on wheels

Travel the shoreline of Coniston by bike on one of the breath taking trails. Perfect to take along a picnic full of local treats and summer holiday favourites. Hire a bike today

Have a break

Did you know the Bluebird Café was names after Donald Campbell’s famous boat? The café is set right on the lake shore looking out to amazing views. You won’t have to travel far to Bluebird Café as its literally right next to Coniston Boating Centre, just a stone’s throw away. Enjoy freshly prepared food, homemade cakes and ice cream.

Set sail with us

We might be perfect for beginners here at Coniston but we also welcome experienced sailors too. Book our Hawk 20, the perfect craft for those with a little more expertise on the water. From just £55 for 2 hours

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