Windermere campsites
Lake Windermere is England's largest, and Windermere town is situated just under a mile from the lake's shore. It's a great base for exploring the area and the views from Orrest Head are some of the finest you'll ever witness. Choose from these Windermere campsites.
30 Windermere campsites
The Hive Pod Village at Ghyll Head
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windermere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
Ambleside, Cumbria
Lake District, woodland park with a playground, walking trails and more. Ten minutes from Windermere and Ambleside.
Park Cliffe Camping and Caravan Estate
Windermere, Cumbria
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Lake District camping, touring and glamping site with views of Lake Windermere. Onsite bar, shop and games room!
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.
Damson View Glamping
Lyth Valley, Cumbria
37 reviews
100%
would recommend
Ensuite, adult only glamping pods with views over the Lyth Valley. In the Lake District, 15 minutes to Windermere!
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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!
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.
Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping
Coniston, Cumbria
20 reviews
95%
would recommend
Family friendly and accessible glamping in the Lake District. Five minutes to Coniston and Coniston Water!
The Church House Inn
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria
71 reviews
93%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub within the Lake District. By ancient woodland, five minutes to Coniston Water.
Moss Howe Farm Campsite
Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria
138 reviews
92%
would recommend
Peaceful Lake District camping and glamping site, 15 minutes to Lake Windermere. Onsite shop and fire pits welcome!
Black Beck Farm
Ulverston, Cumbria
18 reviews
94%
would recommend
Camping, glamping and holiday homes at a farm in the Lakes, near Grizedale Forest, Lake Windermere and Coniston.
Sykeside Camping Park
Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria
106 reviews
96%
would recommend
Lake District camping park with an onsite pub and shop. Within 20 minutes of Lake Windermere and Ullswater!
Sizergh Caravan and Camping
Kendal, Cumbria
68 reviews
96%
would recommend
Idyllic farm campsite nestled between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales with an onsite farm shop and cafe.
Birchbank Camping Site
Ulverston, Cumbria
174 reviews
96%
would recommend
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
Cockin Farm Campsite
Kendal, Cumbria
Rural, family-run farm with camping and glamping. In the Lake District, 15 minutes from Kendal. Open year round!
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
79 reviews
92%
would recommend
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
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Gowan Bank Farm
Ings, Windermere, Cumbria
Tranquil glamping retreat in a luxury and eco friendly shepherd's hut on a working hill farm, surrounded by nature.
Hill of Oaks Park
Windermere, Cumbria
Nestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks boasts exclusive lake Windermere frontage.
Pier Cottage Caravan Park
Coniston, Cumbria
A small, family run caravan park situated by Coniston Water with swimming, boating, fishing and more. Dog friendly.
Coniston Sports and Social Centre
Coniston, Cumbria
In the heart of the Lake District, a peaceful campsite with stunning views. A five minute walk to the village.
Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park
Newby Bridge, Cumbria
Dog friendly self-catering accommodation and holiday homes near the southern shores of Windermere, Lake District.
Abbot Park Farm
Ulverston, Cumbria
Set on a 120 acre family run farm within the stunning Lake District, this site offers camping and camping barns.
Great Langdale Bunkhouse
Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria
Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.
Black Beck Holiday Park
Newby Bridge, Ulverston, Cumbria
A 5 star dog friendly setting for short breaks and touring, close to Grizedale Forest in the Lake District.
Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges
Ulverston, Cumbria
A small, idyllic glampsite on a working farm in the Lake Distict National Park close to Coniston and windermere.
Kendal Rugby Club
Kendal, Cumbria
Small, family friendly camping at a rugby ground, close to the Lake District National Park and Windemere.
Noble Wood Camping
Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria
Off grid and tranquil adult-only woodland camping site for tents and tourers, with electric hook-ups. Dog friendly.
Side Farm Campsite
Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria
A dog friendly, scenic site between Ullswater and Place Fell. Peaceful, with access to boating and canoeing.
Gillside
Penrith, Cumbria
A dog friendly, idyllic break in the Lakes, set in Glenridding and ideal for Ullswater and walks on Helvellyn.
Croft Foot Pods
Kendal, Cumbria
Ensuite glamping pods with a communal hot tub! Ten minutes from the Dales and 20 minutes from the Lake District.
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Things to do in Windermere
10.5 miles long, Lake Windermere is England's largest lake (mere being an old English word for a body of water) and the Lake District's most commercialised. The busy little town of Windermere is situated just under a mile from the lake itself and, along with Bowness-on-Windermere on the lakeshore, is a superb base for exploring the immediate vicinity and wider Lakes region.
Visitors will also appreciate the attractive architecturem, while the short climb up Orrest Head at the top of the town offers some of the best 360-degree views you'll ever witness, over the lake and across to surrounding towns.
A boat trip on the lake is a must for first time visitors, before getting some exercise on the many walking and cycling trails. The Windermere's Western Shore route at 5.5 miles is a highlight and explores the lake's quieter side, but there is something for everyone.
Mountain biking, water sports, abseiling, ghyll scrambling, rock climbing, paragliding and many other sports are also well catered for.
Open water swimming too has become popular, though there are quieter lakes less busy with boat traffic. The Great North Swim takes place on the lake every year in June, with thousands of swimmers taking part. It should be noted that the lake waters can be very cold and hypothermia is a real risk. Wear a wetsuit and enter the water slowly to give your body time to get used to it.
The whole family will enjoy visiting the World of Beatrix Potter at Bowness-on-Windermere, to see the wonderful Beatrix Potter stories brought to life and relive the classic tales. Across the lake at Near Sawrey, National Trust members can explore Hilltop House, Beatrix Potter's charming 17th century farmhouse home.
Just north of Windermere town at Ecclerigg, Brokehole will be very popular with children too, with plenty of activities on offer. The adventurous among you will enjoy having a go on the Treetop Nets.
Other interesting attractions in the area include the Windermere Steamboat Museum, Rydal Water and Holebird Gardens.