Places to stay in Colton, Cumbria

Colton is a village in Cumbria. Its name has been recorded as Coleton and Coulton, and its existence has been recorded as early as 1202. The settlement is situated on an incline, at the top of which is Colton Church, which was built in 1575 and rebuilt 25 years later. Colton Beck, which runs beside the village, was once known as Cole, meaning 'hazel stream'. The local parish council is also named Colton, and includes Finsthwaite, Lakeside, Oxen Park, Nibthwaite, Bouth, and Rusland in its boundary. Local restaurants include The White Hart Inn, The Ship Inn, River Room, and Lakeview Restaurant.

The center of Colton ( which is at is longitude -3°3'6.5664 and latitude 54°15'58.208 ) is located 1 mile away from Spark Bridge, 3 miles away from Haverthwaite, 3 miles away from Water Yeat and 4 miles away from Newby Bridge.

Available Colton lodging

We currently have 5 accommodations in and around Colton.

Colton Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, Ulverston
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Ulverston:

If you're off to Ulverston, you'll find plenty to explore in its labyrinth of cobbled streets. Hunt through the comedy memorabilia at the Laurel and Hardy museum, marvel at the glorious views across Morecambe Bay or picnic on the sand dunes at the Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve.
Lonsdale Terrace
Ulverston, Cumbria
Bed & Breakfasts

The Knoll Country House

Approx 5 miles away in Newby Bridge:

When you want to get away from it all, come to the Knoll. This tranquil country retreat stands in beautiful grounds at the southern tip of Lake Windermere, surrounded by spectacular woodland. The unwinding begins the moment you arrive.
Lakeside
Newby Bridge, Cumbria
Bed & Breakfasts

The Royal Oak Inn

Approx 2 miles away in Spark Bridge:

We currently have 3 newly decorated En-suite B&B rooms, all offering a warm and cosy country cottage feel with traditional Oak beams and various views of the surrounding countryside. This makes us a great place whether your looking for a relaxing .....
Spark Bridge, Cumbria

Colton Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Holiday Parks

Crake Valley Holiday Park

Approx 3 miles away in Water Yeat:

Crake Valley is a small family run holiday park close to the picturesque holiday village of Coniston, with a maximum of ten static holiday caravans and five timber lodges all maintained in first class condition and set in lovely surroundings with a .....
Water Yeat, Cumbria
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Oak Head Caravan Park

Approx 5 miles away in Grange-over-Sands:

Oak Head Caravan Park is located immediately between the Cartmel peninsula and the southern tip of Lake Windermere. It offers a quiet, attractive and secluded setting, yet is within only twenty minutes drive of some of the finest sights of English Lakeland.
Ayside
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