Looking for an interesting trip from Chinley on Northernrail and Stagecoach buses ? Does the Lake District appeal ? How about a hike up the highest fell in Lancashire ? Or perhaps you're more interested in the life and work of Arthur Ransome and/or John Ruskin? ?

Alongside the history and geology of Coniston, the Ruskin Museum in Coniston has recently  announced that the  Lake District National Park Authority has given its approval for a speed exemption on Coniston Water to allow Bluebird K7 to do a 'run' across the lake....

The dates are 11th – 17th May 2026.

Can you make the trip by rail and bus in less than 4 hours ?  Let us know !