Should You Rent Or Buy A Paddleboard?
If you are trying paddleboarding this summer, you’ll need to either rent or buy a paddleboard. Read Red’s guide today to decide which option is best for you!
Written by Jess Davies /
Lying in the shadow of the Old Man of Coniston and close the scenic village of Coniston, Coniston Water is one of the most spectacular bodies of water you will ever have the pleasure of paddling on. It’s certainly one of my favourites.
Coniston is perhaps most famous as the location of Donald Campbell’s unsuccessful and fatal attempt to break the water world speed record on 4 January 1967. You can still see one of the marking posts from his world record attempt on the eastern shore of the lake.
While in the area you simply must visit the historic house of Brantwood, the former home of the 19th Century writer and philanthropist John Ruskin. The house is interesting in itself and you can take a very pleasant and peaceful walk through the woodland to the rear of the house. The views from the gardens on a good day will take your breath away.
Brown Howe car park is perfect to access the bottom end of the lake, but it fills up quickly. what3words: ///chopper.crusher.calibrate There is also a larger car park with an overspill area near the Bluebird Café at Coniston Village: ///backyards.wand.financial
Brown Howe Bay is 1 minute from the car park. What3words ///throwaway.louder.scowls Or launch from the small beach at the Bluebird Café near Coniston Village. ///dare.purse.efficient If you choose to launch at the Bluebird Café, there is a £2.00 launch fee. No other permits or permissions are required
Coniston Hall Camp Site is one of my favourites. Great value for money, no need to book ahead and direct access to one of the most beautiful bodies of water anywhere in the world. There are a few hotels in and around the village of Coniston if you want a more substantial roof over your head.
Take an after paddle walk from Coniston Hall Camp Site into Coniston Village for a delicious meal at the Black Bull Inn. Don’t forget to take a torch so that you can find your way back in the dark.
Spend $100 more for free delivery
Your bag is currently empty.
Creating an account has many benefits: