Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Waterhead within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Waterhead, place with hotel, Hawkshead par., N. Lancashire, at head of Coniston Water, ½ mile NE. of Coniston, and 2 miles SW. of Hawkshead; Waterhead House, seat, is in vicinity.