Set at the head of Lake Windermere, Ambleside campsites are deep within fells and and the district's intense scenery. Once you've taken in the hearty food on offer, snap shots of the Lakes' past at the 17th century Bridge House lounging across Stock Ghyll and head to the captivating 70 foot waterfall, Stock Ghyll Force, for the real majesty of nature. Before leaving, take the opportunity to board a ferry for Bowness or another tempting lake.
Ambleside, Cumbria (1.3 miles)
Idyllic and relaxed family and dog friendly site with tent pitches and eco pods, nestled in the Lake District.
4.84 /5
Ambleside, Cumbria (1.4 miles)
Shepherd's hut glamping on an exclusive site on the grounds of Rydal Hall, in the heart of the Lake District.
4.73 /5
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria (5.8 miles)
A peaceful retreat with breathtaking views, on a traditional farm in the heart of the Lake District National Park
4.97 /5
Cunsey, Ambleside, Cumbria (7 miles)
Peaceful family friendly site with access to Lake Windermere. Spacious pitches on a farm, onsite coffee shop too!
4.44 /5
Windermere, Cumbria (7.4 miles)
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windemere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
5 /5
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria (8.7 miles)
An idyllic ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub on a tranquil site within the Lakes, backed by ancient woodland.
4.86 /5
Keswick, Cumbria (9.1 miles)
Tranquil and relaxing tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.
4.32 /5
Lyth Valley, Cumbria (9.2 miles)
Breathtaking views over the Lyth Valley and Lakeland Fells from your adult only glamping pod.
4.93 /5
Ulverston, Cumbria (10.1 miles)
Back to basics dog friendly camping nestled on a beautiful part of Lake Windermere with fishing onsite.
4.42 /5
Keswick, Cumbria (10.3 miles)
Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.
4.69 /5
Keswick, Cumbria (11.6 miles)
Camping and glamping in a picturesque location perfect for exploring the North Lakes, set 15 minutes from Keswick.
5 /5
Ulverston, Cumbria (11.7 miles)
Camping, glamping and holiday homes at a farm in the Lakes, near Grizedale Forest, Lake Windermere and Coniston.
4.66 /5
Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria (12.5 miles)
Peaceful camping and glamping in the heart of the Lake District National Park near Windermere. Campfires welcome!
4.74 /5
Ulverston, Cumbria (13 miles)
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
4.78 /5
Kendal, Cumbria (13.4 miles)
Idyllic farm campsite nestled between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales with an onsite farm shop and cafe.
4.79 /5
Lake District, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria (13.5 miles)
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
4.58 /5
Keswick, Cumbria (13.7 miles)
Off-grid campsite at the foot of Blencathra in the Lake District. Family and dog friendly, ten minutes to Keswick!
Penrith, Cumbria (14.6 miles)
Small, family run park offering a quiet base within the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater. Dogs welcome!
4.58 /5
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria (8.5 miles)
A few miles from the lake that shares its name, Windermere Club Site has beautiful surroundings.
Ambleside, Cumbria (1.7 miles)
Tucked beside the Lake District Natural Park, a charming glamping and camping site surrounded by wildlife.
Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria (4.9 miles)
An inspiring location for Lake District camping, offering stunning views wherever you pitch and access to Ullswater
Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria (5.5 miles)
Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.
Coniston, Cumbria (6.1 miles)
A small, family run caravan park situated by Coniston Water with swimming, boating, fishing and more. Dog friendly.
Coniston, Cumbria (6.2 miles)
A central base in the Lake District, right by Coniston Water and handy for Windermere, with sports facilities.
Ings, Windermere, Cumbria (6.2 miles)
Tranquil glamping retreat in a luxury and eco friendly shepherd's hut on a working hill farm, surrounded by nature.
Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria (7.5 miles)
A dog friendly, scenic site between Ullswater and Place Fell. Peaceful, with access to boating and canoeing.
Penrith, Cumbria (7.7 miles)
A dog friendly, idyllic break in the Lakes, set in Glenridding and ideal for Ullswater and walks on Helvellyn.
Windermere, Cumbria (8.5 miles)
An award winning caravan, camping and glamping park near Windermere in the heart of the Lake District.
Windermere, Cumbria (9.1 miles)
Nestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks boasts exclusive lake Windermere frontage.
Torver, Cumbria (9.4 miles)
Pop up camping site for tents only, situated in the heart of the Lake District, close to Coniston Water.
Keswick, Cumbria (10.7 miles)
A solid, cosy camping barn in the depths of the Lake District close to beautiful Keswick and Thirlmere.
Ulverston, Cumbria (11 miles)
Set on a 120 acre family run farm within the stunning Lake District, this site offers camping and camping barns.
Kendal, Cumbria (11.6 miles)
Small, family friendly camping at a rugby ground, close to the Lake District National Park and Windemere.
Shap Road, Kendal, Cumbria (11.7 miles)
With the walking country of the Lake District on its doorstep, this club site is easily reached from the M6.
Newby Bridge, Cumbria (11.8 miles)
Dog friendly self-catering accommodation and holiday homes near the southern shores of Windermere, Lake District.
Keswick, Cumbria (12 miles)
Dog friendly site two miles south of Keswick, surrounded by beautiful views of Helvellyn, Blencathra and Skiddaw.
Newby Bridge, Ulverston, Cumbria (12.1 miles)
A 5 star dog friendly setting for short breaks and touring, close to Grizedale Forest in the Lake District.
Penrith, Cumbria (12.1 miles)
A family owned park, walking distance from Ullswater and its famous steamers. Family friendly with camping cabins.
Ulverston, Cumbria (12.2 miles)
A small, idyllic glampsite on a working farm in the Lake Distict National Park close to Coniston and windermere.
Ullswater, Cumbria (12.4 miles)
An award winning, 5 star park overlooking Ullswater in the heart of the Lakes, for camping, glamping and touring.
Keswick, Cumbria (12.8 miles)
Enjoy panoramic views from this family site in a quiet, prime location on the edge of Keswick, within the Lakes.
Keswick, Cumbria (12.8 miles)
Award winning holiday park in the heart of the Lake District close to Keswick. Ideal for walking and exploring.
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (12.9 miles)
A peaceful lakeside campsite on the shore of Ullswater right inside the stunning Lake District National Park.
Keswick, Cumbria (13 miles)
Family run camping and touring in the Lakes, with superb views of Blencathra and easy access to Keswick.
Keswick, Cumbria (13.1 miles)
Peaceful campsite with tent and touring pitches, along with luxury glamping, situated in the Lake District.
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (13.3 miles)
Dog friendly touring caravan and camping pitches in the Lake District, close to Ullswater and the Eden Valley.
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (13.8 miles)
Dog friendly self-catering holidays just a stone's throw from England's most beautiful lake, Ullswater.
Penrith, Cumbria (13.9 miles)
Camping and glamping on a working farm with views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. Campfires and dogs welcome.
Keswick, Cumbria (13.9 miles)
Family friendly hardstanding touring pitches with stylish safari tents for glamping. Pet friendly.
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria (14.1 miles)
Glamping pods at the foot of Blencathra and onsite camping barn for large groups. Pet friendly options available.
Keswick, Cumbria (14.1 miles)
Idyllically located site on the shore of Derwentwater and a couple of minutes' walk from the town.
Shap, Penrith, Cumbria (14.1 miles)
Camping pods and pitches at a village pub on the outskirts of the Lake District. Dog friendly and open year round.
Shap, Cumbria (14.2 miles)
Friendly B&B and campsite on the edge of the Lake District near Ullswater, and on Wainwright's Coast to Coast.
Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria (14.6 miles)
Off grid and tranquil woodland camping site for tents and tourers with electric hook-ups and dog friendly.
Mungrisdale, Cumbria (14.7 miles)
Camping barn on a small farm at the foot of Souther Fell, just outside Mungrisdale and on the C2C cycle route.
Holmrook, Cumbria (15 miles)
Family friendly camping in the heart of Eskdale. Ideal base for walkers.
Kendal, Cumbria (15 miles)
Off-grid glamping in a Spanish yurt hidden amongst acres of idyllic woodland, overlooking the Lakeland Fells.
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria (5.5 miles)
Hardstanding pitches beside the shores of Windermere, ideal for the Southern Lakes. Family and dog friendly.