Ullswater campsites
Like a shining mirror, Ullswater entices visitors with a chance to sail smoothly across its surface in the UIlswater Steamers, stopping at a sprinkling of beautiful towns in the valley. See the strength of nature at the incredible Aira Force waterfall, and make time for walking the fells and cycling this captivating scenery. At Ullswater campsites you'll find the area that inspired Wordsworth as breathtaking as it was in his day.
48 Ullswater campsites
Troutbeck Head Experience Freedom Glamping
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria (4.1 miles)
6 reviews
100%
would recommend
Modern glamping in Penrith with scenic views across the Lake District peaks. Ten minutes to Ullswater and a pub!
Beckses Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria (4.5 miles)
76 reviews
99%
would recommend
Small, family run park offering a quiet base within the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater. Dogs welcome!
Sykeside Camping Park
Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria (5.6 miles)
66 reviews
94%
would recommend
Lake District camping park with an onsite pub and shop. Within 20 minutes of Lake Windermere and Ullswater!
Near Howe Certificated Location
Penrith, Cumbria (6.3 miles)
32 reviews
100%
would recommend
Tranquil and small campervan pitches with panoramic views of the Northern Fells and dog friendly.
Orchard Hideaways
Penrith, Cumbria (7.2 miles)
4 reviews
100%
would recommend
Pet-friendly glamping pods in an apple tree orchard on the edge of the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater.
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Low Hollows
Keswick, Cumbria (7.3 miles)
49 reviews
94%
would recommend
Off-grid campsite at the foot of Blencathra in the Lake District. Family and dog friendly, ten minutes to Keswick!
Thirlspot Farm Camping
Keswick, Cumbria (7.6 miles)
191 reviews
88%
would recommend
Relaxed tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.
Mosedale End Farm Glamping Pod
Penrith, Cumbria (8.8 miles)
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
This enchanting, dreamy Glamping Pod experience promises relaxation, romance, and unforgettable memories.
Rydal Hall Campsite
Ambleside, Cumbria (9.7 miles)
77 reviews
96%
would recommend
Relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District, five minutes to Windermere. Onsite tea shop too!
The Herdwick Huts
Ambleside, Cumbria (9.7 miles)
8 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.
Hardrigg Hall Glamping
Penrith, Cumbria (9.7 miles)
31 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family friendly, ensuite glamping pods with panoramic countryside views. Ten minutes from the Lake District.
Carrock Glamping Pods
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria (9.9 miles)
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.
Cherry Trees Farm
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria (12 miles)
71 reviews
96%
would recommend
Nestled on the edge of the Lake District National Park, family friendly camping and pods with hot tubs.
Kentmere Farm Pods
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria (12.4 miles)
28 reviews
96%
would recommend
Glamping pods in a peaceful setting with great views, on a farm in the heart of the Lake District National Park.
Inside Out Camping @ Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria (12.9 miles)
14 reviews
93%
would recommend
Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.
Crake Trees Manor
Penrith, Cumbria (12.9 miles)
29 reviews
90%
would recommend
Camping and glamping pods in the wildflower meadows on an organic farm. In Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes from Lakes.
Caldbeck Camping
Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria (13.9 miles)
41 reviews
98%
would recommend
A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.
Kestrel Lodge Campsite
Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria (14.5 miles)
52 reviews
98%
would recommend
Peaceful, small and quiet campsite in the Lake District, just below Skiddaw. Only 15 minutes to Keswick.
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Ullswater Holiday Park
Penrith, Cumbria (1.6 miles)
A family owned park, walking distance from Ullswater and its famous steamers. Family friendly with camping cabins.
The Quiet Site
Ullswater, Cumbria (2 miles)
An award winning, 5 star park overlooking Ullswater in the heart of the Lakes, for camping, glamping and touring.
Waterside Farm Campsite
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (2.8 miles)
A peaceful lakeside campsite on the shore of Ullswater right inside the stunning Lake District National Park.
Side Farm Campsite
Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria (3.3 miles)
A dog friendly, scenic site between Ullswater and Place Fell. Peaceful, with access to boating and canoeing.
Park Foot Holiday Park
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (3.3 miles)
Dog friendly touring caravan and camping pitches in the Lake District, close to Ullswater and the Eden Valley.
Waterfoot Park
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (3.5 miles)
Dog friendly self-catering holidays just a stone's throw from England's most beautiful lake, Ullswater.
Gillside
Penrith, Cumbria (3.9 miles)
A dog friendly, idyllic break in the Lakes, set in Glenridding and ideal for Ullswater and walks on Helvellyn.
Gill Head Farm
Penrith, Cumbria (5.1 miles)
Camping and glamping on a working farm with views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. Campfires and dogs welcome.
Blakebeck Camping Barn
Mungrisdale, Cumbria (6.3 miles)
Camping barn on a small farm at the foot of Souther Fell, just outside Mungrisdale and on the C2C cycle route.
Lowside Farm
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria (6.4 miles)
Glamping pods at the foot of Blencathra and onsite camping barn for large groups. Pet friendly options available.
St Johns-in-the-Vale Camping Barn
Keswick, Cumbria (7.4 miles)
A solid, cosy camping barn in the depths of the Lake District close to beautiful Keswick and Thirlmere.
Lowther Holiday Park
Eamont Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria (7.6 miles)
Woodland, river fronted 5 star, family holiday park with lodges, caravans, tent and touring pitches and two pods.
Setmabanning Caravan Park
Keswick, Cumbria (7.6 miles)
Family run camping and touring in the Lakes, with superb views of Blencathra and easy access to Keswick.
Town End Cottage Caravan Site Certificated Location
Laithes, Penrith, Cumbria (8.2 miles)
An immaculately kept CL site for Caravan Club members, in the peaceful surroundings of a stunning rural location.
Thacka Lea Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria (8.4 miles)
A superb base to explore the Lake District and Eden Valley, a small, family-run caravan site close to Ullswater.
Burns Farm Caravan, Campsite and Glamping
Keswick, Cumbria (8.4 miles)
Peaceful campsite with tent and touring pitches, along with luxury glamping, situated in the Lake District.
Dalebottom Farm Caravan & Camping Park
Keswick, Cumbria (8.9 miles)
Dog friendly site two miles south of Keswick, surrounded by beautiful views of Helvellyn, Blencathra and Skiddaw.
Woodhead Farm Caravan Site & Certificated Location
Penrith, Cumbria (9.3 miles)
A small 12 pitch private site and a CAMC CL site, situated on a small farm near Penrith and the Lake District.
New Ing Lodge
Shap, Cumbria (9.4 miles)
Friendly B&B and campsite on the edge of the Lake District near Ullswater, and on Wainwright's Coast to Coast.
Castlerigg Farm Camping and Caravan Site
Keswick, Cumbria (9.8 miles)
Enjoy panoramic views from this family site in a quiet, prime location on the edge of Keswick, within the Lakes.
Castlerigg Hall Caravan and Camping Park
Keswick, Cumbria (9.9 miles)
Award winning holiday park in the heart of the Lake District close to Keswick. Ideal for walking and exploring.
Hollows Farm and Borrowdale Glamping
Keswick, Cumbria (12 miles)
Camping and glamping in a picturesque location perfect for exploring the North Lakes, set 15 minutes from Keswick.
Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
Ambleside, Cumbria (12 miles)
Tucked beside the Lake District Natural Park, a charming glamping and camping site surrounded by wildlife.
Hudscales Farm Camping Barn
Wigton, Cumbria (12.4 miles)
Traditional barn camping at the Lakeland Fells, overlooking a charming village and bordering the Lake District.
Great Langdale Bunkhouse
Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria (12.4 miles)
Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.
Bank House Farm
Penrith, Cumbria (13.3 miles)
Small, peaceful tent camping near the C2C route and in the heart of the Eden Valley, 20 mins from the Lakes.
Low Moor Caravan Park
Kirkby Thore, Penrith, Cumbria (13.6 miles)
Small family run site in the Eden Valley near Penrith. Pitches for caravans, touring pitches, tents and pods.
Gowan Bank Farm
Ings, Windermere, Cumbria (14 miles)
Tranquil glamping retreat in a luxury and eco friendly shepherd's hut on a working hill farm, surrounded by nature.
Fellhill Pods
Welton, Carlisle, Cumbria (14.2 miles)
Three dog friendly luxury pods with ensuite facilities, set on a farm that's right by the Lake District.
Pasturewood Holidays
Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria (14.8 miles)
Luxury ensuite glamping pods, surrounded by natural beauty just 20 minutes drive from the Lake District.
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Things to do in Ullswater
Ullswater, nestled in the Lake District, is the second biggest lake in the region and one of the deepest. The lake is surrounded by gentle hills and picturesque villages that will appeal to anyone looking for stunning natural landscapes and fun outdoor activities.
The first must-do activity during a visit to the area is a cruise on the lake courtesy of Ullswater Steamers. Take in the superb views at a leisurely pace, sail the placid beauty of the lake and stop at the piers of the Lake District’s idyllic towns. The river curls like a snake through vibrant scenery.
Visitors who are keen to engage with the water more actively can get a taste for the spray sailing, kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing among some world class scenery. After that, refresh with some adrenaline activities on land- quad biking, horse riding, archery and clay pigeon shooting.
The ‘Z’ shape of the mountains in the area is also a fantastic place for walkers to explore on foot. The Ullswater Way is a popular 20 mile course that passes some of the most charming local cottages and a stop for a delicious lunch at the 1863 Bistro Rooms. Don't miss the ramble to Aira Force, either, a spot where rainwater from the fells thunders down in a 65 foot shimmering waterfall,
Cyclists can explore the mountains surrounding the shining lake, or there are excellent routes to Moor Divock or Great Mell Fell.
There are several villages around the lake that will entice visitors to explore beyond the water, including Glenridding, Patterdale and Pooley Bridge. Patterdale sits at the southern end of the lake and is a haven from the more touristic parts of the Lakes, hidden away by the Kirkstone Pass and holding onto a sense of serene rural beauty.
In the towns and villages, a variety of shops, restaurants and pubs provide plenty of entertainment for people who are keen to take a break from outdoor pursuits.
Nearby, step out of the valley to see Dalemain Historic House and Gardens for walks beside the River Eamont backed up with a medieval hall tea room. The house of Hutton-in-the-Forest is another rival for your attention, with lavish rooms, a cupid staircase and beautiful wall designs created by William Morris.