Coniston Steam Yacht Gondola

Steam Yacht Gondola
The unrivalled cruising experience of the Lakes!

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Cruise on Coniston Water in grand style in this unique yacht, rebuilt from the original Victorian Gondola, launched in 1850, owned and managed by the National Trust.

A serene experience not to be missed – relax and enjoy the dramatic landscape from the comfort of the beautifully upholstered saloons.

New for 2010 – Wild Cat Island Cruises at 11am on Sundays.
Enjoy an extended 75 minute cruise and enjoy a 'Swallows and Amazons' style adventure with the crew, with the option to break your journey at Brantwood or Monk Coniston on the return leg.
These cruises are pre-bookable at Coniston TIC.

Combine your cruise with a visit to Brantwood  and continue your step back to Victorian times.

Walkers Specials
In 2010, Gondola will call in at Monk Coniston jetty every day allowing passengers to combine their cruise with a beautiful walk to….

Tarn Hows and Monk Coniston
A local beauty spot created in the 1860s by linking three smaller tarns. The Estate was bought by Beatrix Potter in the 1930s and then came to the National Trust. There are lakeside walks and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. A new footpath leads from the shores of Coniston Water to Tarn Hows, taking in the walled garden and tree collection at Monk Coniston Hall, and can also be accessed from Steam Yacht Gondola by alighting at Monk Coniston jetty.

Download a pdf of the walk !