coniston lake users guide leaflet
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Looking after the lake
Coniston WaterA lake users guide WELCOME
We hope you have a safe
and enjoyable time on the
wonderful lake that
is Coniston Water.
. Please avoid wildlife areas shown on the map. These are wild havens for nesting birds and wintering fowl. Wetlands and reed bed areas are also very fragile.
. Keep at least 50 metres from the shore where possible. Avoid damage to the shoreline by keeping wash to a minimum.
Lake District National Park
On the shorePlease only launch and land at recognised sites. As most of the shore is privately owned, check where you can land before setting off.All jetties on the lake are privately owned. Have the owners permission before landing.You can land and picnic but please do not camp.
. Take care when refuelling. Any significant pollution spills should be reported immediately to the Environment Agency on 0800 807060.. All of the wildlife on Coniston Water depends on the quality of the lake water. Please avoid polluting it, and take litter home.
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Coniston Boating CentreFacilities: bike, boat and canoe hire, launching, boat storage, car park, toilets, picnic area, lakeshore access and caf. Take a trip on Coniston Launch or the Steam Yacht Gondola.Boats: electrically powered self-drive launches, rowing boats, sailing dinghies and canoes.Book at: www.conistonboatingcentre.co.ukor Coniston Boating Centre, Lake Road, Coniston, LA21 8EW.Phone: 015394 41366Email: [email protected]
General lake informationConiston Information Centre 015394 41533Coniston Boating Centre 015394 41366LDNPA office Kendal 01539 724555Coniston Sailing Club 015394 41580Rawdon Smith Trust - lake moorings 015394 41707Environment Agency 0800 807060, 24 hour hotlineNational Trust 015394 41456Forestry Commission 01229 860373
Public transportTraveline 0871 200 22 33Steam Yacht Gondola - crew 015394 41962group bookings and charters 015394 32733Coniston Launch 015394 36216
WeatherForecast available on Weatherline 0844 846 2444www.lakedistrictweatherline.co.uk
Marine watchTo help protect yo
ur boat go to:
www.cumbria.police.uk
call 015394 42753
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FISHING. You must have an Environment Agency (EA) rod licence, available from information centres, most post offices and at www.environment-agency.gov.uk. Use sea fish dead bait or artificial lures fresh water live and dead bait are banned.. All current EA byelaws apply.. Obtain landowners permission for access to private shorelines, see map overleaf.
BOATINGGPowered craft must not exceed the
10 nautical
mph speed limit.
. Its the masters responsibility to be aware
of the boats speed.
. Always wear the kill cord.
. Power gives way to sail. Be aware that many
users have little or no experience.
. Any sail boat using its engine is classed as
a powered craft.
. Inflatables may not be towed.
. Larger vessels may occasionally have
difficulties in manoeuvring.
. Always wear a CE approved life
jacket or recognised buoyancy aid.
. Watch out for swimmers and divers,
(they should have a blue and white flag),
small boats and buoyed areas. Wildlife are
also difficult to see on the lake.
Love your LakesUse phospherous free detergents. Go to www.loveourlakes.org
This is an outdoor environment. You are expected to take responsibility for your own actions, safety and wellbeing.Walking
There are lots of great walks and cycle routes in this area. If you going for a walk take OS Explorer maps OL6 and OL7. For great guided walks visit:www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/events
Messing about on the water Taking a dip?
SWIMMINGBe Seen have support use a bright hat, float, flag and boatBe Water wise know the temperature, depth and qualityBe Informed know the dangers, reduce the riskBe Mindful Where? When? Quiet lakes are best!
. Check, Clean and Dry your equipment before coming to help stop the spread of invasive species.. Check bilges and engines for spills and oil leaks.. Check toilets have sealed holding tanks.
Greener boatingPlease follow this simple checklist to help protect the lake
. Local mountains can cause sudden wind changes.
. Canoeists - do not canoe alone. Beginners should
keep close to the shore. For information about
starter sessions, guided tours, trails and events
on canoeing visit: www.gocanoeing.org.uk
. Sudden immersion, even on warm days, can
easily lead to hypothermia. Be aware of wind chill.
Wear warm clothing. Wet suits and dry suits are a
great idea. Carry spare clothing.
. Be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning and get
a carbon monoxide detector on your boat.
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With its world renowned landscape, the National Park is for everyone to enjoy, now and in the future.
It needs a prosperous economy, world class visitor experiences and vibrant communities, which sustain the spectacular landscape.
Everyone involved in running Englands largest and much loved National Park is committed to:
respecting the past caring for the present planning for the future
Lake District National Park AuthorityMurley Moss, Oxenholme Road, Kendal Cumbria, LA9 7RL
Phone: 01539 724555, Fax: 01539 740822Minicom: 01539 792690Email: [email protected]: www.lakedistrict.gov.ukPhotos: Karen Barden, Charlie Hedley, LDNPA, Dave Willis.