Wilsons Arms, Torver
The village pub, just 200m from the cottage serving hearty breakfast, lunch and dinner. Opening times change with the seasons. Wilsons Deli is alongside for provisions. Visit website
Amenities & things to do
Pubs, boats and museums around Torver and Coniston
Ellis Howe is a quiet base, but Torver and Coniston are close. Here is what is on offer at the cottage, and what to do when you are not on the fells.
Eating and drinking
Where to eat and drink
Undercrag Studio & Café
A cosy vegetarian and vegan café serving wholesome food, coffee and cakes, with some gluten-free options. It is usually open Thursday to Saturday, so check before you go.
Bakehouse Born and Bread
Known for its sourdough bread, cakes and coffee, with plenty of gluten-free and vegetarian choices, a friendly welcome and a dog-friendly atmosphere. Find it at Crakeside Business Park, Greenodd, near Ulverston. Visit website
Chesters by the River
A riverside vegetarian and vegan café with a wide choice of pastries, cakes and Indian-inspired dishes. A pleasant stop on a day out towards Ambleside. Check Instagram for opening times.
Attractions
On and around Coniston Water
Coniston Water is two miles away. The Steam Yacht Gondola, a restored Victorian steam yacht run by the National Trust, cruises the lake, and the Coniston Launch runs scheduled boat trips. Check current timetables before you go.
On the shore, Brantwood was John Ruskin’s home and now has gardens, a bookshop and a craft gallery. In Coniston itself, the Ruskin Museum covers the Ruskin collection, copper mining, slate, local geology and Donald Campbell’s Bluebird.
Tarn Hows, between Coniston and Hawkshead, is a popular family walk on a well-surfaced circular track.
Amenities
At the cottage
- Charnwood C4 multifuel stove, initial fuel included
- Rointe smart heating
- Reliable broadband Wi-Fi
- Limed oak kitchen with ceramic hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge-freezer
- Utility washing machine
- Heated towel rails in both bathrooms
- Upstairs bath with power shower, downstairs toilet and shower
- Pocket-sprung mattresses and 100% cotton bed linen
- Bath towels and tea towels included
- Reading snug with OS maps, Wainwright guides, novels and games
- Stone terrace, raised lawn and perennial cottage garden
- Cot, high chair and stair safety gate provided