A wonderful award-winning welcome to The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa. The Coniston Hotel Country Estate and Spa is a 1400-acre estate, which has been home to the Bannister family for over 50 years. It started life as a farm shop selling produce from the estate and, some 50 years later, has grown to become one of North Yorkshire s premium destinations. Ideally located in the parish of Craven, North Yorkshire s Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales countryside, means The Coniston Hotel Country Estate and Spa is only 7 miles from Skipton and 30 miles from Leeds and Harrogate. Whether you stay for just 1 night, visit for the day or hold your wedding or event here, we offer a friendly service in a wonderful location that is truly unique. The Coniston Hotel itself boasts 71 bedrooms, 3 restaurants, and a multi-million pound state of the art spa, while the Coniston Estate offers country pursuits such as a CPSA Premier Plus shooting ground with lodge, fly fishing and boating lake, a falconry centre and activities such as a 4x4 off road experience and archery. At Coniston there really is something for everyone. The Coniston Hotel Country Estate and Spa offers a wonderful space for you to enjoy, relax, and experience, while the Bannister family and all the team ensure that, like all our guests, you are well looked after. 2 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 3
Our Nourish Brasserie menu offers guests delicious dishes encouraging good health and well-being, with vibrant and locally sourced produce. Packed with colour, nutrition and an abundance of taste, you can enjoy brunch, lunch or indulge in our spa afternoon tea. The perfect way to crown your experience a place to SAVOUR Whether you plan to join us for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, one thing is for sure it will be breathtaking. With magnificent views of the lake and the surrounding countryside from the terrace to enjoy on fine days, and a roaring open fire to keep you warm on the not so fine, there really is no better place to be, come rain or shine. Yorkshire s newest 2 Star Rosette Restaurant Macleod s exudes elegance in every aspect. Macleod s offers a light and airy feel throughout and boasts a mouth-watering à la carte menu of locally sourced produce, it s the perfect choice for romantic meals, family occasions and business dinners. 4 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM Theconistonhotel.com 5
With 71 exceptional bedrooms in a choice of classic, superior and luxury, a stay at The Coniston Hotel is one you re sure to love. Many of our rooms enjoy spectacular views, whether that s the rolling hills of the surrounding Dales or the calming waters of our majestic lake. a place to STAY 6 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM Theconistonhotel.com 7
THE CONISTON SPA The Coniston Spa allows you to indulge yourself and your senses in total luxury and serenity. Boasting state-of-the-art facilities, our thermal suite offers everything from a 15-metre pool, traditional sauna and steam room, to a Himalayan salt sauna, indoor bubble pool and outdoor infinity edge vitality pool, as well as a fitness suite, lounge area and Nourish brasserie. So rejuvenate your body, reinvigorate your mind and re-imagine what it means to feel truly relaxed. a place to REJUVENATE 2018 8 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 9
Relax, unwind and rejuvenate as you let the tensions of modern life melt away at The Coniston Spa. Experience one of our spa days and let yourself unwind in award-winning luxurious comfort of our thermal suite and stunning surroundings. Enjoy one of our harmonising treatments and crown your experience with a nutritional dining experience at Nourish, the Spa Brasserie. 10 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 11
I DO AT CONISTON Once you ve seen The Coniston Hotel and its estate, it s hard to imagine a more romantic place to have your wedding. Whether it s photographs by the lake or drinks on the terrace overlooking the estate, no matter the season, we have packages to suit all your needs. A PLACE TO CHERISH DEDICATED WEDDING CO-ORDINATORS Let our award-winning wedding co-ordinators support and advise you through your big day. They re on-hand to answer all your questions and even recommend suppliers who you can trust for such a special occasion. PERFECT FOOD FOR A PERFECT DAY Our reputation for serving excellent food, sourced from the finest local produce, has spread far and wide. And, it s this passion for exceptional food and fine wine that we believe will help make your special day one your guests will remember forever. 12 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 13
An unforgettable experience that puts the excitement and adventure back into driving. a place to CHALLENGE 4X4 OFF ROADING Set amidst the rolling hills of the beautiful North Yorkshire Dales, with our fantastic 51/2 mile purpose built 4x4 courses that include meandering forest trails and a moorland safari. The Coniston 4x4 Experience is your one stop shop for adventure. Come and experience the thrill of off-road driving in our fleet of 4x4 vehicles including multiple brands. Discover our fantastic purpose built 4x4 courses, including meandering forest trails, river beds, steep descents and everything in between. 14 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 15
FALCONRY The Coniston Hotel also has one of the finest falconry centres in the north of England. Located on The Coniston Estate, a short walk from the hotel, it features an amazing array of eagles, owls, hawks and falcons - the newest arrival is Splash, a stunning white-tailed sea eagle. You can get up close and personal with the birds, learning about their amazing abilities from the friendly and knowledgeable Falconers, while you feel the exhilaration of this hands-on experience and fly these magnificent birds. A PLACE TO AMAZE 16 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 17
A PLACE TO COMPETE THE CONISTON SHOOTING GROUND AND ARCHERY The Coniston Shooting Ground is one of the best in the country, has been awarded Premier Plus Ground status from The Clay Pigeon Shooting Association, and is the UK s No.1 ground as voted by the Shooting Industry Awards 2016. The magnificent wooden Canadian lodge offers a place to warm up before and after shooting with a café serving hot drinks, fresh home-made soup, bacon rolls and more, while the centrepiece wood burner sets the scene for relaxing and socialising. If you re looking for the perfect way to help improve accuracy on the range and bring out a competitive nature, why not try your hand at archery or air rife shooting? Experienced instructors are on hand to oversee all sessions and provide useful coaching tips and techniques to everyone. 18 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 19
A PLACE TO RELAX THE CONISTON FISHING LAKE The centrepiece of The Coniston Estate, overlooked by the historic Coniston Hall, is our beautiful 24-acre lake. Stocked 2-3 times a year with fighting fit Rainbow Trout and also a good head of wild Brown Trout, the lake is best fished (using either wet or dry fly) from one of the estate s rowing boats, available from the boathouse. Next to the boathouse is a fishermen s lodge, the perfect location to take a break from the fishing and enjoy the wonderful surroundings and bird life. The Coniston lake and river is open to both hotel guests and non-guests and tuition is available if required. A mile long stretch of the River Aire runs through The Coniston Estate, which is home to wild Brown Trout, some of which are in excess of 2lbs. 20 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 21
Discover our luxury holiday cottages, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. A PLACE TO HIDE AWAY THE THACK, LOWLANDS & FOGGA Our superb traditional Dales farmhouse and cottages offer a peaceful and relaxing environment. All our properties enjoy being located in the heart of the Dales with spectacular unbroken views of the surrounding North Yorkshire countryside. With enough space to accommodate up to 10 people (12 in Fogga), our properties are an ideal choice whether you re looking for a romantic getaway, a cycling break, walking break or just a tranquil holiday away from it all. Perfect for all the family, including children, you can choose it as standalone accommodation or as an extension of your hotel booking. Our luxurious Farmhouse and cottages have everything you could wish for, (including a stunning hot tub in the Thack and Fogga). What s more, because our properties are just a short walk from the main grounds, you have all the activities available at The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa on your doorstep. 22 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 23
The local area includes beauty spots such as Malham, Settle, Skipton, Grassington, Ingleton and many more, offering some of the best scenic walks in the country, located just off the Pennine Way. Our hotel reception would be delighted to help plan your trip. Surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, The Coniston Hotel is the perfect place to take in the spectacular views. Surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, The Coniston Hotel is the perfect place to take in the spectacular views. A PLACE TO EXPLORE CYCLING We are perfectly located as a base for cycling and have many cycling packages available, whether it s experiencing the cycle trials on The Coniston Estate, or enjoying part of the Tour de Yorkshire route. These are in addition to the marvellous trails to be found within minutes of the hotel in areas such as Settle, Malham and Ingleton, to name but a few. We can also arrange bike hire, or offer secure bike storage for up to 8 bikes, if you prefer to bring your own. WALKING Whether it s a short stroll around The Coniston Estate lake, or a longer walk to one of the many villages or areas of outstanding natural beauty, we have walking guides available for our guests - we can even supply free wellies if the weather is a little wet. 24 THECONISTONHOTEL.COM THECONISTONHOTEL.COM 25
THE PERFECT CORPORATE AND EVENTS VENUE The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa is the ideal location for all your business requirements. Whether you are organising a planning day away from the office, an overnight conference or a team building event, our dedicated conference and events team help organise hundreds of events every year and work with you to plan your day, right down to the last details. 71 bedrooms 5 meeting rooms 3 restaurants Spa & leisure facilities Falconry Centre Clay Pigeon Shooting Ground 4x4 Off Roading Events, Meetings, Team Building & Private Dining E: conference@theconistonhotel.com T: 01756 748080 Short Breaks & Experiences E: reservations@theconistonhotel.com T: 01756 748080 Spa E: spa@theconistonhotel.com T: 01756 747600 The-Coniston-Hotel @conistonhotel @theconistonhotel Weddings E: weddings@theconistonhotel.com T: 01756 748080 Some of the many companies who enjoy corporate activity days with us.
Coniston Cold, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4EA T: 01756 748 080 E: info@theconistonhotel.com THECONISTONHOTEL.COM The-Coniston-Hotel @conistonhotel @theconistonhotel