Wild Swim Atlas

Monk Coniston

Coniston Water, Coniston, Lake DistrictLake on Coniston WaterFree, open all year

Directions

Public wild swimming on the northern shore of Coniston Water at a designated bathing-water site.

Water
Lake, Coniston Water
Managed by
Lake District National Park Authority

Getting there

Monk Coniston is on the northern shore of Coniston Water, near Coniston village. Follow signs for Monk Coniston from Coniston.

54.3718, -3.0543

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Rules to know before you go

  • Swim along the shoreline.
  • Wear a bright swim cap and tow a bright float.
  • Enter the water slowly.
  • Do not swim alone.
  • Avoid jetties, mooring areas, ferry routes and boating channels.
  • Do not swim if blue-green algae is suspected.

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