Waterfalls · North West England
Coniston Waterfall
In or near Coniston.
Coniston Waterfall — waterfall in england north west.
Anthony Foster — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
Coniston Waterfall is a waterfall located in england north west. A British waterfall recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in upland country where rivers cross resistant rock.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Coniston Mines and Quarries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Coniston Waterfall is located in North-West England, within the scenic landscape of the Lake District. This natural feature is known for its picturesque cascades, drawing visitors who appreciate the area's natural beauty. The waterfall is easily accessible and offers a tranquil setting for those looking to explore the surrounding environment. It is a notable spot for walking and photography enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 54.3727, -3.0875
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Coniston
- Postcode
- LA21 8HP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
Sources
- osm: n5125973144 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Coniston Waterfall?
- Coniston Waterfall is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA21 8HP), in the parish of Coniston.
- What is Coniston Waterfall?
- Coniston Waterfall — waterfall in england north west.
- How do I get to Coniston Waterfall?
- Drivers can use postcode LA21 8HP.
- Is Coniston Waterfall a protected site?
- Yes — Coniston Waterfall is part of the Coniston Mines and Quarries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Coniston Waterfall?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LA21 8HP. It sits within the Westmorland and Lonsdale parliamentary constituency.