Historically a center of copper mining and smelting, Coniston was a true working town and this heritage sets it apart from the other major towns in the Lakes.
Most towns in the lakes have been dedicated to tourism.
mnli hypothesis: Most towns in the lakes have been dedicated to tourism. premise: Historically a center of copper mining and smelting, Coniston was a true working town and this heritage sets it apart from the other major towns in the Lakes.