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Thirlspot Farm Camping

Keswick, Cumbria

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Nestled between Grasmere and Keswick, Thirlspot Farm Camping is a relaxed touring site on a small sheep farm with direct access to Sticks Pass. Offering non electric grass and electric hardstanding pitches, this adult only site provides an ideal base for hiking and top attractions, including the Aira Force Waterfall (25 minutes). Take in the sweeping countryside views from your pitch, light a BBQ, and visit the pub next door. Dog friendly, too!

Why choose Thirlspot Farm Camping

Relaxed site with direct access to Sticks Pass

Nearby to Helvellyn, Skiddaw and Blencathra, with excellent walks

Outstanding countryside views on this friendly rural sheep farm

About the site

Set at the foot of Helvellyn, beside the beautiful waters of Thirlmere, this site provides an ideal spot for exploring the Lake District. Four non electric grass pitches are available for campervans up to 6m. There are two non electric and ten electric hardstanding pitches suitable for caravans, campervans, roof tents, and motorhomes. With plenty of trails to explore, it's easy to immerse yourself in the surrounding nature. Take the path from the site and discover the wild infinity pool where you can swim overlooking the spectacular mountains and valleys. Enjoy the adjacent pub for a hearty evening meal, or head to Keswick and Grasemere within a ten minute drive. Dogs are welcome to join your stay, so they can join you on your hikes. BBQs are welcome if raised off the ground.

Thirlspot Farm Camping is open from 04/04 to 28/09.

"Simple site in a stunning location!"

Tracey M

"This is a beautiful location with valleys and mountains to be seen from the comfort of your caravan"

Lydia F

"Ticked all the boxes for our stay. A good base for hiking in the area"

Phil T

What facilities are at Thirlspot Farm Camping?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Adult only

Electric hookups

Near pub

Peaceful

Wash up area

Site facilities include toilets, showers with hot water, and washing up facilities. Please note that the TV signal may be weak or non-existent onsite, and there is no WiFi.

The King's Head Inn pub is adjacent to the site, serving food and drinks. Keswick is a ten minute drive away with supermarkets for picking up essentials.

There are 16 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

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4 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 4 people

Grass pitches without electric, suitable for campervans up to 6m.

2 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches suitable for caravans, campervans (including roof tents) and motorhomes (max 6m). No electric is available on these pitches.

10 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches with electric. Suitable for roof tents, campervans, motorhomes and caravans. Maximum length 8m.

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Noisey, boggy

Mark S

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

My wife and I, and our 2 dogs, arrived at the site late afternoon in the rain (well it is the lakes after all). Went to reception to be greeted by what felt like a very grumpy owner, got our code for the toilet block and pitch number which was number 3, we went to our very badly marked out, waterlogged and sloping pitch. Hoped to put our awning up next day as weather was supposed to be fine which it was. We decided to go and have a couple of pints in the nearby King's Head pub which I would highly recommend. Went back to the van and settled in for the night, the road noise is terrible and continued late into the night. Unfortunately the next morning we had to make the decision to come home early as one of our dogs became ill. Such a shame as the weather was glorious, I'm not even sure where we would have put the awning if we had stayed as the ground was so boggy. I told the owner we were leaving early as I thought he may want to free up the pitch for a last minute booking, asked if we were able to get a credit note for a return trip some other time, which I didn't think was an unreasonable request. He said yes as long as we used it this year, but then said they closed for the winter next weekend. Although this site is in a lovely area of the lakes, that's about it. If you're planning on staying here, you need wellies, ramps, and earplugs and good luck with the awning.

Great location for a small campsite

Recommends site

David S

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Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

Basic campsite but had everything we needed for our two night stay. The backdrop of the site was amazing. Owner told us of a good walking route to follow which was useful. We would use again in the future.

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Lisa C

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Non Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

We stayed for 2 nights, site is on a busy main rain but it did settle down at night. Facilities are dated. Pub next door is very good. I felt it was overpriced £25 per night non electric on a little bit of hardstanding.

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Site rules

Check-in at Thirlspot Farm Camping is available from 11am until 7pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed or unable to stay. Please report to the farm house on arrival, if no one is available please check the notice. Departure is due before 11am on your last day.

Yes, Thirlspot Farm Camping is dog friendly, and there are plenty of great walks right from the site for you both to explore. Dogs must be kept on the lead at all times and not left unattended. Do note there is a small fee per dog.

Yes, Thirlspot Farm Camping allows BBQs if they are raised off the ground. Please note that campfires are not permitted under any circumstance.

No, Thirlspot Farm Camping caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings. Single sex bookings of three or more people are not accepted.

Pitches

Yes, Thirlspot Farm Camping allows awnings and pup tents on all pitches free of charge. Sorry, gazebos are not allowed on any pitches.

Facilities

No, Thirlspot Farm Camping does not have WiFi available.

No, Thirlspot Farm Camping does not have a shop. Keswick is a ten minute drive away with supermarkets for picking up essentials.

The King's Head Inn pub is beside Thirlspot Farm Camping, serving food and drinks.

No, Thirlspot Farm Camping does not have EV charging, but there is a Fuuse Charging Station ten minutes away by car.

Please note that the signal at Thirlspot Farm Camping may be weak or non-existent. Enjoy a digital detox and explore the scenic walking routes!

Getting there

The King's Head Hotel bus stop is a two minute walk from Thirlspot Farm Camping. The nearest train station is Penrith, a 30 minute drive away.

The nearest bus stop to Thirlspot Farm Camping is The King's Head Hotel, a two minute walk from the site.

What's nearby

Keswick has plenty of pub options a ten minute drive away, including the Oddfellows Arms and the Pack Horse Inn.

The site has direct access to Sticks Pass hiking area with stunning waterfalls.

The Aira Force Waterfall is just a 25 minute drive from Thirlspot Farm Camping. The site is set at the foot of Hevellyn with Dollywaggon Pike and Nethermost Pike hikes, five minutes away. Rydal Cave is 15 minutes away and Stock Ghyll Force is 25 minutes away, home to a 70ft waterfall.

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Things to do on site and in the Keswick area

Ideally placed for hiking, fell walking, and dog walking, there are plenty of routes nearby. Work your way up to Helvellyn from the Sticks Pass, or grab your boots and trek up Blencathra (20 minutes) and Skiddaw (25 minutes).

For an unforgettable experience, follow the path from the site to a hidden wild infinity pool. Enjoy wild swimming with views over the neighbouring mountains and valleys.

You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to National Trust sites. Head to Townend (30 minutes) and see the historic farm with 400 years of family tales. Find Wray Castle, 30 minutes away, a neo-gothic castle where you can enjoy the photographs of Rupert Potter, paddling in the lake or taking a boat trip to the castle's jetty.

Those after a different experience can head to Puzzling Place (10 minutes) and enjoy a world of optical illusions and holograms.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Castlerigg Stone Circle (10 minutes)
  • Aira Force Waterfall (25 minutes)
  • Brockhole on Windermere, The Lake District Visitor Centre (25 minutes)
  • The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (30 minutes)
  • Kayaking tours with Tall Bloke Adventures (30 minutes)
  • Blackwell (35 minutes)
The listing for Thirlspot Farm Camping was last updated on December 7th, 2025 at 1:31 AM

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