Coniston Water, Boating Centre
LakeModerate54.36396, -3.06608
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Water 19°C · Wind 4 km/h · Waves 0.1 m
A solid open-water swim for those with some experience.
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Coniston Water, Boating Centre is an open water swimming spot in Cumbria and Lancashire, United Kingdom. A freshwater lake swim, rated moderate, for regular open water swimmers. Check the live water temperature, wind and wave conditions below, and read community reviews and recent swims here before you head out.
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GoodCurrent swimming conditions at Coniston Water, Boating Centre: water temperature 18.7°C, air 19.1°C, wind 4 km/h, waves 0.1 m. Overall rated good for open water swimming.
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About this spot
UK Environment Agency designated bathing water. Latest classification: Poor. Designated since 2024. Region: Cumbria and Lancashire.
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ModerateWater type
LakeAdded
May 12, 2026GPS
54.3640, -3.0661