Coniston Water Red or Yellow Route

A ferry ticket to explore the highlights of Coniston Water, Wildcat Island and more

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Duration: 1 hour

This ticket will give you a full day of access to the ferry on Coniston Water lake, traveling on either the red or yellow route. You can hop on and off at various points and take in magical views of the natural scenery.

One of the highlights you could opt to visit is Brantwood, a historic house once owned by John Ruskin. The property also offers an on-site gallery and cafe in a lookout spot. Another key location is Wildcat Island, made famous by the Swallows and Amazons novel and TV series. If you stay on board the ferry, you can also go on a guided cruise, complete with commentary.

Why Visit

  • A look at Wildcat Island from the Swallows and Amazons story
  • Opportunity to explore the lake region at your own pace

What's included

  • Cruise
  • Guide services

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Tips (optional)

    Additional information

    You can use your all-day ticket to hop on and off at various points around the lake or stay on for a cruise on Coniston Water.

    Your ticket can be used for either the red or yellow route.

    If you would like to visit Brantwood historic house, you can buy a discounted ticket on board the boat. Tickets are not required to visit the gallery and Brantwood Café.

    Please note that it is not possible to get a wheelchair onto the ferry. If the wheelchair user can walk down 3–4 steps with a handrail, they can reach the side of the boat to board.

    The ferry can be canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions like gale-force winds, flooding and if the lake freezes over.

    Location

    Departure point
    Lake Road, Cumbria, Coniston, LA21 8AN
    Meet at the jetty sign near the Bluebird Café at the Coniston boat landings.

    User ratings

    4.2Very good(74 reviews)
    Good value
    4.4
    Facilities
    4.4
    Quality of service
    4.6
    Ease of access
    4.6

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