Garden proposal approved
A PROPOSAL to change the use of disused farmland in Coniston into a domestic garden has been approved by the Lake District National Park Authority.
Map of Coniston
A map of Coniston and the surrounding areas.
Coniston’s beauty attracting French residents
SCEPTICS may dismiss twinning agreements as a bit of a jolly for dignitaries, but Coniston’s welcome to 44 residents of Illiers-Combray this past month shows how an exchange can benefit the whole community.
Coniston Water Festival
ASHES fever hit Coniston this weekend when an Australian was crowned the winner of the All England Stone Skimming Championships.
Coniston Country Fair
HUNDREDS of families flocked to enjoy one of Lakeland’s premier and most scenic events yesterday afternoon.
Bluebird should be left in peace
IS it just me or is the idea of a reconstructed Bluebird belting across Coniston Water at 100mph more than just a touch tasteless.
WELCOME to Coniston Local, a new dedicated website for Coniston.
This site is for YOU to read about what's going on in YOUR village.
We want to hear from anyone who has got a story, or anyone who would like to publicise their event on this site.
Contact David Pickthall on 01229 580045 or click here to send an email.
Father and son team to row across the Atlantic
WHEN Norman and James Beech arrive at Tenerife in December they will be prepared for the biggest adventure of their lives.
Campbell’s Bluebird to soar again
WHEN the grand old lady of Coniston slides back into the water it will mark the end of a 14-year voyage.
The Bluebird project
Coniston Records Week
CONISTON Water is the spiritual home of powerboat racing. Just think of Donald Campbell and his famous, but ultimately tragic, exploits in Bluebird. The 2008 Records Week ran from November 3 - 7 and included several highlights, many of which were captured by Coniston Local.
Coniston memories
Few places in the Lake District capture the heart quite like Coniston. For most visitors it's a little further to travel than Bowness or Windermere. But there's a community feel and a history to the place that make the drive more than worthwhile. From the majestic Old Man down to the tranquil rowing boats, these images capture one of England's most beautiful villages.
Advertising features
Honda Strikes Accord With Their New Hybrid
Advertising feature. Electric vehicles have historically been viewed at best as something of a curiosity and at worst as objects of outright derision.
