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The Old Man of Coniston
Often referred to as the Coniston Old Man or just "The Old Man," this 2,634-foot (803 meter) fell stands just west of the village of Coniston and the Coniston Water lake.
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The Old Man of Coniston Details
Often referred to as the Coniston Old Man or just "The Old Man," this 2,634-foot (803 meter) fell stands just west of the village of Coniston and the Coniston Water lake. Part of the Furness fells, the Old Man was extensively mined for slate, and evidence of mining activity (along with a population of friendly sheep) can be seen while walking the many routes to the summit. A quarry road leads to a parking lot at 740 feet (230 meters) -- a popular starting point for those who want to follow the road (closed to vehicles) the rest of the way to the summit. You can also walk to the top of the Old Man right from Coniston village via Church Beck, a route that will take you right through areas where slate (and before that, copper) were mined.
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Coniston Copper Mines
Coppermines Valley is a beautiful place whether you are interested in the mining heritage of the area or not. The mine history goes back over 400 years but extraction of copper will go back much further than this, probably to Roman times or even earlier.
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Coniston Copper Mines
Do not attempt to enter without an experienced guide.
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Ruskin Museum
The Ruskin Museum is an award-winning Cabinet of Curiosities which tells the Story of Coniston.
1.9 mi away
Campbell's Grave
You can't visit Coniston without walking over to the cemetery to see world speed record holder Donald Campbell's grave.
2.0 mi away
Windermere Way
The Windermere Way is a 45-mile walking route that completely circles the lake of the same name.
