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Ambleside campsites

Ambleside campsites offer a fantastic base for exploring the Lake District. Set near the northern end of Windermere, this scenic village is surrounded by dramatic fells and walking routes. Visit the impressive Stock Ghyll Force waterfall, catch a boat trip from Waterhead Pier on the lakeshore, or head out for hiking, cycling and outdoor adventures. These Ambleside camping sites are perfect for your next getaway!

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54 Ambleside campsites

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Castlerigg Hall Caravan and Camping Park, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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12.8 miles from Ambleside

Award winning holiday park in the heart of the Lake District close to Keswick. Ideal for walking and exploring.

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Waterside Farm Campsite

Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

12.9 miles from Ambleside

A peaceful lakeside campsite on the shore of Ullswater right inside the stunning Lake District National Park.

Setmabanning Caravan Park, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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13 miles from Ambleside

Family run camping and touring in the Lakes, with superb views of Blencathra and easy access to Keswick.

Burns Farm Caravan, Campsite and Glamping, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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13.1 miles from Ambleside

Peaceful campsite with tent and touring pitches, along with luxury glamping, situated in the Lake District.

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Park Foot Holiday Park

Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

13.3 miles from Ambleside

Dog friendly touring caravan and camping pitches in the Lake District, close to Ullswater and the Eden Valley.

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Waterfoot Park

Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

13.8 miles from Ambleside

Dog-friendly, self-catering holidays just a stone's throw from England's most beautiful lake, Ullswater.

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Gill Head Farm

Penrith, Cumbria

13.9 miles from Ambleside

Camping and glamping on a working farm with views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. Campfires and dogs welcome.

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Hillcroft Park

Penrith, Cumbria

13.9 miles from Ambleside

Camping, touring and glamping in the Lake District with a shop, animals, play areas, and nearby watersports!

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Lowside Farm

Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria

14.1 miles from Ambleside

Glamping pods at the foot of Blencathra and onsite camping barn for large groups. Pet friendly options available.

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Croft Foot Pods

Kendal, Cumbria

14.2 miles from Ambleside

Ensuite glamping pods with a communal hot tub! Ten minutes from the Dales and 20 minutes from the Lake District.

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New Ing Lodge

Shap, Cumbria

14.2 miles from Ambleside

Friendly B&B and campsite on the edge of the Lake District near Ullswater, and on Wainwright's Coast to Coast.

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Noble Wood Camping

Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

14.6 miles from Ambleside

Off grid and tranquil adult-only woodland camping site for tents and tourers, with electric hook-ups. Dog friendly.

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Fisherground Campsite

Holmrook, Cumbria

15 miles from Ambleside

Family friendly camping in the heart of Eskdale. Ideal base for walkers.

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Syke Farm Campsite

Buttermere, Cumbria

15.6 miles from Ambleside

Family friendly tent camping to get back to basics and yurt glamping set in the heart of the Lake District.

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FAQ

There are a number of Ambleside holiday parks with excellent facilities, and you can book these here.

Close to 8 out of every 10 Ambleside campsites allow pets. Find your dog friendly site here.

Roughly half of Ambleside campsites have electric hook-ups. Book one of these here.

A little under half of Ambleside campsites are open all year. Pick yourself an off season break here.