Torver & Lake Coniston

This morning I climbed the hill opposite the farm to take some good photos and after that we drove to Torver, which is about 3 miles from Coniston. From there we walked down to Lake Coniston, through meadows, woodlands and farms. Once on the lake we saw the steam yacht Gondola puff past, after which we made our way along the waters edge before walking back up to Torver. The Wilson Arms beckoned us and we had a pint and a yummy lunch.

After a lazy afternoon at Yew Tree Farm we had dinner at the Sun Inn, which had been recommended to us because it is where the locals drink and eat. They also use Yew Tree Farm meats and it was a very good recommendation.Read more