Campsites in Cumbria & Lake District
Famous Lake Windermere is the largest in England and a haven for boat enthusiasts but Ullswater, Derwentwater, Coniston Water and Bassenthwaite all deserve your time. Outside these, get lost in historic gardens and properties discovering Ambleside, Keswick, Kendal and Carlisle. Campsites in Cumbria and the Lake District set in the most beautiful corner of England, surrounded by idyllic forests or reflective bodies of clear water.
140 campsites in Cumbria & Lake District
Wallace Lane Farm
Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria
177 reviews
98%
would recommend
Camping, touring and glamping on the northern fringe of the Lake District. Some pitches even have private hot tubs!
Moss Howe Farm Campsite
Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria
130 reviews
92%
would recommend
Peaceful Lake District camping and glamping site, 15 minutes to Lake Windermere. Onsite shop and fire pits welcome!
Church Stile Farm and Holiday Park
Seascale, Cumbria
186 reviews
94%
would recommend
Camping, touring and glamping, within a five minute walk of pubs. 15 minutes to Seascale Beach and Scafell Pike!
Low Greenside Farm Campsite
Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
115 reviews
97%
would recommend
Peaceful, friendly site with large pitches, scenic views and campfires. Central to the Lakes and Dales.
Kestrel Lodge Campsite
Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria
79 reviews
99%
would recommend
Peaceful, small and quiet campsite in the Lake District, just below Skiddaw. Only 15 minutes to Keswick.
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Little Acre Holiday Park
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
769 reviews
98%
would recommend
Family run touring park with modern facilities by the Lancaster Canal. Easy access to the M6, the Lakes and Dales.
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
82 reviews
93%
would recommend
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
Birchbank Camping Site
Ulverston, Cumbria
175 reviews
96%
would recommend
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
Sykeside Camping Park
Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria
99 reviews
96%
would recommend
Lake District camping park with an onsite pub and shop. Within 20 minutes of Lake Windermere and Ullswater!
Blaithwaite Country House Estate
Wigton, Cumbria
32 reviews
97%
would recommend
Camping, touring and glamping on a 250 acre country estate. Within ten minutes of Wigton and the Lake District.
Park Cliffe Camping and Caravan Estate
Windermere, Cumbria
13 reviews
100%
would recommend
Lake District camping, touring and glamping site with views of Lake Windermere. Onsite bar, shop and games room!
Harbour Lights
Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria
193 reviews
91%
would recommend
Family friendly site at the edge of the Lake District with direct beach access and an onsite ice cream parlour!
Parkgate Farm Holidays
Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria
90 reviews
99%
would recommend
Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches too.
Little Acre Camping
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
239 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful site two minutes from the M6, great for the Lakes or Dales. Just a five minute walk from a pub.
The Larches Caravan Park
Mealsgate, Cumbria
84 reviews
98%
would recommend
Adult only and dog friendly site, ten minutes to the Lake District's northern fells with an onsite shop.
Crake Trees Manor
Penrith, Cumbria
23 reviews
91%
would recommend
Camping and glamping pods in the wildflower meadows on an organic farm. In Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes from Lakes.
Beckses Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria
102 reviews
96%
would recommend
Small, family run park offering a quiet base within the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater. Dogs welcome!
Pennine View Park
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
46 reviews
96%
would recommend
Family-friendly site on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Onsite facilities include a bar, campers kitchen and shop!
Camping at Cardewlees
Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria
26 reviews
96%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and pods with unspoilt views. Within 15 minutes of the Lake District and Carlisle!
Harbour Side Caravan Site
Maryport, Cumbria
104 reviews
94%
would recommend
A small coastal caravan and campsite by Maryport Marina, with scenic views over the Solway Firth.
Kirkby Lonsdale RUFC Campsite
Raygarth, Carnforth, Cumbria
26 reviews
100%
would recommend
Stunning 30-acre site, home of Kirkby Lonsdale Rugby Club between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.
Holmescales Campsite
Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria
73 reviews
93%
would recommend
A small site at the gateway to the Lake District with Dales close by. Onsite archery, quad biking and axe throwing.
Cherry Trees Farm
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria
71 reviews
96%
would recommend
Nestled on the edge of the Lake District National Park, family friendly camping and pods with hot tubs.
Caldbeck Camping
Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria
48 reviews
98%
would recommend
A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.
High Hall Campsite
Carlisle, Cumbria
21 reviews
100%
would recommend
Picturesque camping and glamping on a working farm with fishing and waterside views. Nearby to the Lake District.
Drybeck Farm
Carlisle, Cumbria
51 reviews
90%
would recommend
Peaceful camping and glamping in the Eden Valley. Wild swimming, stunning views and hot tubs too! Dog friendly.
Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
5 reviews
80%
would recommend
Back to basics, tent and touring site set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Just 30 minutes from Lake District.
Rydal Hall Campsite
Ambleside, Cumbria
84 reviews
96%
would recommend
Relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District, five minutes to Windermere. Onsite tea shop too!
Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods
Wigton, Cumbria
43 reviews
98%
would recommend
Ensuite adult and family friendly glamping pods with hot tubs. Set on the Solway Coast, right by Hadrian's Wall.
Low Greenlands Holiday Park
Carnforth, Lancashire
15 reviews
100%
would recommend
Tranquil family friendly site close to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Just 20 minutes to Morecambe Bay!
Kentmere Farm Pods
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria
29 reviews
97%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pods with great views. On a farm in the heart of the Lake District, 15 minutes from Windermere.
The Church House Inn
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria
73 reviews
93%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub within the Lake District. By ancient woodland, five minutes to Coniston Water.
Damson View Glamping
Lyth Valley, Cumbria
39 reviews
100%
would recommend
Ensuite, adult only glamping pods with views over the Lyth Valley. In the Lake District, 15 minutes to Windermere!
Sizergh Caravan and Camping
Kendal, Cumbria
66 reviews
95%
would recommend
Idyllic farm campsite nestled between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales with an onsite farm shop and cafe.
Baystone Bank Farm Campsite
Whicham, Millom, Cumbria
41 reviews
80%
would recommend
Farm site in the Lake District with valley views, 15 minutes to the beach. Dog friendly with private fire pits!
Hardrigg Hall Glamping
Penrith, Cumbria
33 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family friendly, ensuite glamping pods with panoramic countryside views. Ten minutes from the Lake District.
Cragg Farm Camping Pods
Cockermouth, Cumbria
40 reviews
98%
would recommend
Three luxury glamping pods set on a working family farm, just a five minute drive from Cockermouth.
Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping
Coniston, Cumbria
19 reviews
95%
would recommend
Family friendly and accessible glamping in the Lake District. Five minutes to Coniston and Coniston Water!
Carrock Glamping Pods
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria
42 reviews
100%
would recommend
Luxury adult only ensuite pods with hot tubs. Set at the foot of Carrock Fell in the Lake District National Park.
Low Hollows
Keswick, Cumbria
62 reviews
92%
would recommend
Off-grid campsite at the foot of Blencathra in the Lake District. Family and dog friendly, ten minutes to Keswick!
Troutbeck Head Experience Freedom Glamping
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria
12 reviews
100%
would recommend
Modern glamping in Penrith with scenic views across the Lake District peaks. Ten minutes to Ullswater and a pub!
Solway Holiday Village
Siloth-on-Solway, Wigton, Cumbria
5 reviews
100%
would recommend
Coastal, family holiday park with a swimming pool, restaurant, bars and entertainment. A 15 minute walk to Silloth.
Eden Valley Glamping
Armathwaite, Carlisle, Cumbria
24 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful site, glamping pods and railway carriages with ensuites and campfires. Onsite sauna and pizza oven!
The Hive Pod Village at Ghyll Head
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
19 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windermere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Dentdale Pods
Dent, Cumbria
18 reviews
89%
would recommend
Luxury ensuite glamping pods with a hot tub, set on a working farm in the Yorkshire Dales. Dogs welcome.
Metal Bridge Pods
Carlisle, Cumbria
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly pods with an onsite pub that overlooks the River Esk. 20 minutes from Carlisle too.
Inside Out Camping @ Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.
Gillcumber Glamping Pods
Winton, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
3 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, farm site with ensuite pods and optional hot tubs. In the Eden Valley, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales!
Whinfell Hall Farm Campsite
Cockermouth, Cumbria
68 reviews
76%
would recommend
Back to basics, family friendly camping and touring site close to Cockermouth, by Cumbria's western lakes.
Black Beck Farm
Ulverston, Cumbria
19 reviews
95%
would recommend
Camping, glamping and holiday homes at a farm in the Lakes, near Grizedale Forest, Lake Windermere and Coniston.
The Pods by the Stream at Flakebridge Farm
Tebay, Cumbria
Highly ratedEnsuite glamping pods with hot tubs and fire pits included. In the Dales, 25 minutes to the Lake District!
The Herdwick Huts
Ambleside, Cumbria
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
Shepherd's hut glamping on an exclusive site on the grounds of Rydal Hall, in the heart of the Lake District.
Thirlspot Farm Camping
Keswick, Cumbria
167 reviews
88%
would recommend
Relaxed tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.
Hazel Mount Fellside
Millom, Cumbria
12 reviews
100%
would recommend
Near wild camping on a peaceful site with views of the Duddon Estuary, at the edge of the Lake District.
Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
Walton, Brampton, Cumbria
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
Two comfortable, cosy yurts near the famous Hadrian's Wall. Private facilities, wood fired hot tubs and firepits!
Captain's House Campervans
Bootle Station, Millom, Cumbria
21 reviews
100%
would recommend
A small touring site with just five pitches, set in the south of the Lake District with beautiful sea views.
Howgills Hideaway
Kendal, Cumbria
20 reviews
95%
would recommend
Dog friendly glamping pods, bell tent and luxury holiday homes in the Dales, close to Windermere and the Lakes.
Farm and Fell
Sedbergh, Cumbria
31 reviews
84%
would recommend
A family-friendly farm site with views of Yorkshire Dales and onsite activities. Close to the Dales Way.
Eden Heights Glamping
Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria
13 reviews
92%
would recommend
Luxury glamping pods with hot tubs in the Eden Valley. Spectacular views over the Pennines and Lake District Fells.
Estuary View Escapes
Millom, Cumbria
37 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, basic motorhome stop over with panoramic views of the Duddon Estuary. Ten minutes to the Lake District.
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Things to do when camping in Cumbria & Lake District
Cumbria, a neighbour to Scotland, sitting in the North West close to the Isle of Man, encloses the stunning Lake District National Park. The Lakes are such a gigantic attraction to visitors, it’s easy to let them dwarf the entire county. The truth is that around half of Cumbria is beyond the Lakes, including the border city of Carlisle, a host of idyllic coastal towns and Penrith’s famous caves. The best experiences in Cumbria balance both sides of the coin, lavishing attention both on the out-of-this-world beauty of the Lake District, with its 16 incredible bodies of water, and the rest of what Cumbria has to offer.
Don't Miss
- Lake Windermere
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Derwent Water
- Loughrigg Fell
Hadrian’s Wall and the Lakes
For those taking to the Lakes, Lake Windemere, as the largest lake in England will be an ideal starting point for a boat cruise. Try also the Ullswater Steamers or an idyllic trip on the three mile long stretch of Derwentwater. Boat trips are par for the course on any of the larger Lakes, and why stay on dry land when you can access the heart of these beauties?
While browsing this area of romantic inspiration, there’s no excuse for missing Rydal Mount or Dovecote Cottage for a window in to Wordsworth’s world. Grasmere will widen your fascination at the Wordsworth Museum, the walk the Loughrigg Fell and Tarn to see where the source of his poetry. If time allows, stop in the other Lake District treasures, sprinkled like gems amongst the Lakes – charming Ambleside and Keswick.
To get a sense of what Cumbria could offer besides the Lakes, drag yourself away from this beautiful area to the urban bustle of Carlisle. In the historic quarter, you’ll find Carlisle Cathedral where prayers have been heard for the past 900 years and then feed your knowledge of the past at the Tullie Museum and Gallery.
The next Cumbrian town on your list should be Penrith, with access to the historic Whinfell Forest and the neighbouring Bronze Age stone circle affectionately named Long Meg and Her Daughters.
For Roman sightseeing your first instinct is likely Hadrian’s wall, and no wonder since it reaches as far as Bowness-on-Solway in North West Cumbria. Carlisle itself offers you the longest continuous stretch of wall still visible today via Birdsowald Roman Fort, along with turrets and other evidence of defence against the Picts.
Getting active in Cumbria
Not for nothing are the Lakes known as the Adventure Capital of the UK, the Lake District is a meeting ground for outdoor enthusiasts. There are a huge number of walking and hiking routes to be enjoyed in the park and top of the list for most hikers is conquering Scarfell Pike, the highest peak in England. Hiking and walking the area are immensely popular and the list of superb sites to reach is endless, from the Honister Pass to Helm Crag, Skiddaw and the Old Man of Coniston
If walking seems a little slow, cycling and mountain biking are everywhere in this area, with rental facilities and well-marked trails throughout.
Walkers that find themselves near Carlisle can take on sections of the wall, just a few miles from the Scottish border. Walk in the footsteps of Roman soldier and take on a new section each day to get the feel of the Wall’s true majesty.
For more Cumbrian outdoor exploits, try paragliding, quad biking with 4x4s and segwaying around the Medieval streets of Cartmel.
Castles in the area are also top picks, from Muncaster castle which draws attention with its epic owl displays, to Kendal Castle, built in the early 1200’s.
Fascinating days out
Families should make a beeline for Beatrix Potter World, to see the landscape that inspired books that so many children have read before bed. These characters come alive around Potter’s Hilltop Farm.
Next, enjoy petting over 100 species of including zebras, lemurs, meerkats, birds of prey and cute little pigs at the Lake District Wildlife Park or South Lakes Wild Animal Park.
Deep in Honister Slate Mine, not far from Buttermere, is the via ferrata, a stimulating and memorable experience based up the Iron Way idea in the Dolomites. Test your nerves in an incredible journey across the Honister Cragg, with open cliff faces against you.
Perhaps not what you would have first expected from Keswick, but the Derwent Pencil Museum is a stop worth making. Home to the world's largest colouring pencil and the world's first ever pencil, the museum remains fresh and intriguing.
A jewel beside the River Leven, just south of Windermere is the Lakeland Motor Museum, charting 100 years of motoring heritage and paying tribute to some of the most dangerous motorcycle races in the Isle of Man. Â