Lawson Park, Artists residency and garden in Coniston, England
Located opposite Coniston village, Lawson Park spans 15 acres of grounds with gardens, including orchards and a wildflower meadow overlooking Coniston Water.
The farm dates back to the 13th century when Cistercian Furness Abbey owned it as a base for charcoal production before Victorian scholar John Ruskin acquired it.
The property serves as headquarters for Grizedale Arts, providing live-work residencies for contemporary artists and hosting conferences throughout the year.
Visitors can explore the gardens, designed by Karen Guthrie, which open to the public during summer months through the National Garden Scheme.
The 2009 renovation transformed this remote Lake District hill farm into an award-winning facility featuring specialized areas like The Brexit Orchard and The Polytunnels.
GPS coordinates: 54.34680,-3.05190
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:05
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Ruskin Museum
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Coniston Hall
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Carron Crag
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Top o'Selside
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St Luke's Church, Torver
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Dale Park Beck
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Grizedale Beck
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Church House Public House
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Church of St Andrew
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Monk Coniston
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Coniston War Memorial
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Monk Coniston
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Privy approximately 13 metres to south of Coniston Hall, Coniston
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Icehouse approximately 30 metres to north of Brantwood, Coniston
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Barn to north west of Dixon Ground Farmhouse
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Dixon Ground Farmhouse and outbuilding
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High Bank Ground Farmhouse and barn
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