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NewsNW Evening Mail (Barrow)

Lake District GP surgery saved from closure after new provider found

Coniston GP surgery has been saved from closure following a long community campaign spearheaded Tim Farron MP.

21 April 2026
NW Evening Mail (Barrow)

Group needed rescuing after walking down 'wrong side of mountain'

The group called for help just before 8pm on April 15 after taking the wrong path towards the Old Man of Coniston.

17 April 2026
NW Evening Mail (Barrow)

Father and son rescued after canoe capsizes in the Lake District

A father and son were treated for hypothermia after their canoe capsized on Coniston Water in the Lake District.

13 April 2026
NW Evening Mail (Barrow)

Two people rescued from Coniston Water treated for potential hypothermia

Two people were recovered from Coniston Water on April 12 and were treated for the possible effects of hypothermia.

12 April 2026
NW Evening Mail (Barrow)

More than a dozen mountain rescue members called to incident in Grizedale Forest

OVER a dozen members of Coniston Mountain Rescue team were called to Grizedale Forest for its 18th incident of the year on Thursday (April 9).

10 April 2026
Westmorland Gazette

Drunk walker escorted to safety to 'sleep it off' after rescuers called out

An intoxicated walker was escorted to safety above Coniston after a late-night call-out for mountain rescue volunteers.

7 April 2026
NW Evening Mail (Barrow)

Four men rescued from Old Man of Coniston as Storm Dave batters Lake District

FOUR men were rescued from the Old Man of Coniston yesterday evening after getting lost in worsening weather brought by Storm Dave.

5 April 2026
NW Evening Mail (Barrow)

Family home with Lake District views hits market — see inside

A family home boasting breathtaking views of Coniston Water and nearby fells is up for sale for over £725,000.

4 April 2026
Craven Herald

Teams urged to sign up for charity dragon boat race at The Coniston Hotel

Get ready for some splashing fun, Coniston! The Coniston Hotel is gearing up for its annual charity dragon boat race, and they're calling on all local teams to get involved. It's a fantastic way to support a good cause while enjoying a bit of friendly competition right on our doorstep.

30 March 2026
Sofascore

Coniston FC vs Port Kembla FC live score, H2H and lineups

Exciting news for local football fans! Our very own Coniston FC is taking on Port Kembla FC today. Get ready to cheer them on as they battle it out on the pitch!

27 March 2026
Yahoo News UK

Coniston Cold village news: Church to host special Easter Communion

Get ready for a truly special Easter service right here in our village! Our beloved church is planning a wonderful Communion service to mark the occasion, so do come along and join in the festivities. It's always a heartwarming event for everyone in Coniston Cold.

26 March 2026
Sofascore

Coniston FC vs Shellharbour FC live score, H2H and lineups

Get ready, Coniston! Our very own Coniston FC is facing off against Shellharbour FC today. We'll be bringing you all the live updates, head-to-head stats, and team lineups right here, so you don't miss a kick!

20 March 2026
Westmorland Gazette

Hiker found 'quite unwell' at Old Man of Coniston Quarry

Oh dear, a bit of a scare up on the Old Man of Coniston yesterday! We're glad to hear the hiker is recovering after being found unwell near the quarry. It's a good reminder for everyone to be prepared when enjoying our beautiful fells.

19 March 2026
Craven Herald

Coniston Cold & Bell Busk village news: Church service announcement

Good news for those in Coniston Cold and Bell Busk! A special church service has been announced, offering a chance for our community to come together. We'll share the full details of when and where you can attend this local gathering.

19 March 2026
Travel And Tour World

The Coniston Hotel & Spa Stays In Bannister Family, Ushering In A New Era For UK’s Local Tourism

Exciting news for our village! The beloved Coniston Hotel & Spa is set to continue under the ownership of the Bannister family, promising a bright future for local tourism right here in Coniston. It's wonderful to see such a key part of our community thriving.

12 March 2026
The Caterer

The Coniston Hotel & Spa to remain family-owned after sale plans dropped

Great news for our beloved Coniston Hotel & Spa! It's been confirmed that our fantastic local hotel will remain in the family's hands, meaning it will continue to be run by locals, for locals and visitors alike. This is a real boost for our community.

11 March 2026
The Yorkshire Press

Sale Plans Withdrawn As Roddy Bannister Named Managing Director Of The Coniston

Great news for The Coniston hotel, folks! It looks like the sale plans have been withdrawn, and we're delighted to hear that Roddy Bannister is now stepping in as the new Managing Director. We're excited to see what this means for our beloved local spot!

10 March 2026
nwemail.co.uk

Concerts featuring 10cc and Suzi Quatro at Coniston's Bluebird K7 festival cancelled

Oh dear, some disappointing news for music lovers here in Coniston! Sadly, the much-anticipated concerts from 10cc and Suzi Quatro as part of our very own Bluebird K7 festival have been cancelled. We'll be keeping an eye out for any further updates on this.

25 February 2026
nwemail.co.uk

The man set to pilot restored Bluebird hydroplane on Coniston Water visits site

Exciting news from Coniston Water! Pilot Luke has been down to check out the legendary Bluebird hydroplane, getting ready for its big return to our lake. We can't wait to see it glide across the water once more!

22 February 2026
All At Sea

Dave Warby, who will pilot Donald Campbell’s hydroplane Bluebird K7, visits Coniston Water for the first time

Well, it's been a momentous day here on Coniston Water! Dave Warby, the man set to pilot the legendary Bluebird K7, has graced our shores for his very first visit. It's truly exciting to see such a significant piece of history connecting with our beautiful lake.

21 February 2026

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