Land At Atkinson Ground, Coniston, Cumbria

TO BE SOLD BY PUBLIC AUCTION AT THE CONISTON INSTITUTE, CONISTON, LA21 8DU ON WEDNESDAY 22ND OCTOBER 2025 AT 2.45PM. An exciting opportunity to acquire a prime block of amenity and grazing land with woodland, pasture in an elevated position overlooking Coniston Water.


Located in the heart of the Lake District National Park [UNESCO World Heritage Site]
the property offers spectacular views.

In all about 24.04 acres [9.73 hectares].

Particulars
A unique and very attractive parcel of productive pasture and amenity woodland, offering incredible views across Coniston Water and the surrounding fells. Situated on the northern end of Coniston Water, the land can be accessed directly off the single-track lane heading north to connect into the B5285 and within a 15 minute walk of the water front, it is thought to be of interest to a variety of purchasers.

The land slopes upward from the road and with a primarily north western facing aspect and benefits from a variety of plantations which provide shelter for stock along with a variety of habitats. As you walk up, the landscape opens up to provide some fantastic views across Coniston Water and the surrounding fells. A majestical site in the heart of the Lake District.

Directions
From Ambleside take the A593 towards Coniston for approximately half a mile before turning left, signposted for Hawkshead. Continue on the B5286 through Outgate until you reach Hawkshead Campsite on the left. Here you take the right turn onto the B5285 and continue on this road for around 1.5 miles where you take a slight left on an unnamed single-track road. Less than a mile down this lane you will find the land on your left.

Location
The Land at Atkinson Ground is situated on the North-eastern tip of Coniston Water within the Lake District National Park [UESCO World Heritage site] and is within a 15-minute walk of the water front and Monk Coniston carpark.

To the west is the delightful village of Coniston, approximately 1.7 miles drive away. Hawkshead is located to the east of the land, approximately 2.7 miles away.

Grid Reference: SD
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Auction General
General Information and Stipulations
The following Stipulations where applicable shall be deemed as Special Conditions of Sale. In the event of any variance between the Stipulations and the Special Conditions of Sale then the latter will prevail. Purchasers will also be deemed to have had full notice of the Stipulations and the Special Conditions of Sale and the same will not be read out at the time of sale. The Special Conditions of Sale may be inspected at the Auctioneer’s Offices and also the offices of the Seller’s Solicitors FOURTEEN days prior to the sale.

N.B Prospective purchasers are requested to contact the Seller’s Solicitors to discuss legal matters pertinent to the Sale Contract and documentation.

Solicitors
Napthens LLP, Darwen House, Walker Industrial Estate, Walker Road, Blackburn, BB1 2QE.
Tel No:

Method of Sale
The Property will be offered as described.

The date fixed for completion is FRIDAY 21ST NOVEMBER 2025 or earlier by mutual agreement.

Sale Plans
The Sale plan has been prepared by the Auctioneers for the convenience of prospective purchasers. They are deemed to be correct with any error, omission or misstatement shall not affect the sale. The purchasers must satisfy themselves as to its accuracy.

Water Supplies
The land benefits from via four streams running through the land.

Wayleaves and Easements
The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of any existing easements, wayleaves and rights of way. This includes the overhead cables which crosses the land.

Boundaries
The ownership and maintenance responsibilities of the boundaries are indicated with the “T” marks on the sale plan. Where no “T” marks are shown, the responsibilities are unknown.

Obligations & Burdens
The land is affected by the location of two water supplies which service the neighbouring properties. The land is sold subject to any and all burdens which impact or affect the land in question.

Environmental Stewardship Scheme
The land is free of any Environmental or Stewardship obligations and offers potential for such future income opportunities.

Planning Authority
Lake District National Park Authority. Tel No .

Money Laundering Regulations 2017
We are required by legislation to undertake checks on any potential purchaser prior to accepting their bid. Any interested party should either call into our Kendal Office with photographic ID, i.e., passport/driving licence and proof of address i.e., Council Tax/utility bill for copying prior to the auction or present copies at the Auctioneer’s desk prior to the commencement of the sale.

Viewing
The land can be inspected at anytime by intending buyers, provided a copy of these particulars are in their possession. Please do not drive vehicles onto the land and it is recommended that cars are parked in Monk Coniston Car Park and you walk up to the land on foot. All access is taken at your own risk.