Windermere campsites
Windermere campsites are a perfect base for exploring the Lake District, set beside England's largest natural lake. Enjoy scenic boat trips, lakeside walks and watersports, from kayaking to paddleboarding. Spend time in Windermere town with its shops and cafés, or follow Beatrix Potter trails nearby. With fells, forests and waterside strolls close by, Windermere camping sites are a great option for your next adventure!
31 Windermere campsites
The Hive Pod Village at Ghyll Head
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
3.2 miles from Windermere
22 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windermere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Pitches: Two Person Camping (Pod 9, Dog Friendly), Three Person Camping (Pod 1, Dog Friendly)
Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
Ambleside, Cumbria
3.9 miles from Windermere
24 reviews
100%
would recommend
Lake District, woodland park with a playground, walking trails and more. Ten minutes from Windermere and Ambleside.
Pitches: 130 x Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric), 3 x Family Hideaway Ensuite Glamping Pods
Park Cliffe Windermere Camping and Caravan Park
Windermere, Cumbria
4.4 miles from Windermere
30 reviews
100%
would recommend
Lake District camping, touring and glamping site with views of Lake Windermere. Onsite bar, shop and games room!
Pitches: 37 x Non Electric Fellside Grass Pitches, 23 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring Pitches
Kentmere Farm Pods
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria
4.5 miles from Windermere
32 reviews
97%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pods with great views. On a farm in the heart of the Lake District, 15 minutes from Windermere.
Pitches: 3 x Ensuite Glamping Pods , Ensuite Glamping Pod (Dog Friendly)
Damson View Glamping
Lyth Valley, Cumbria
5.2 miles from Windermere
37 reviews
100%
would recommend
Ensuite, adult only glamping pods with views over the Lyth Valley. In the Lake District, 15 minutes to Windermere!
Pitches: 4 x Ensuite Glamping Pods , Ensuite Glamping Pod (Dog Friendly)
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Rydal Hall Campsite
Ambleside, Cumbria
5.5 miles from Windermere
81 reviews
96%
would recommend
Relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District, five minutes to Windermere. Onsite tea shop too!
32 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
7m x 7m
Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping
Coniston, Cumbria
6.5 miles from Windermere
21 reviews
95%
would recommend
Family friendly and accessible glamping in the Lake District. Five minutes to Coniston and Coniston Water!
Pitches: 10 x Ensuite Glamping Pods, 10 x Ensuite Glamping Cabins
The Church House Inn
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria
7.5 miles from Windermere
65 reviews
94%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub within the Lake District. By ancient woodland, five minutes to Coniston Water.
Ensuite Glamping Pod with Hot Tub (Dog Friendly)
Moss Howe Farm Campsite
Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria
8.3 miles from Windermere
144 reviews
92%
would recommend
Peaceful Lake District camping and glamping site with a shop, bar, and food van! 15 minutes to Lake Windermere.
Pitches: 4 x Valley View Grass Pitches (Optional Electric), 3 x Medium Optional Electric Grass Pitches
Black Beck Farm
Ulverston, Cumbria
8.3 miles from Windermere
18 reviews
94%
would recommend
Camping, glamping and holiday homes at a farm in the Lakes, near Grizedale Forest, Lake Windermere and Coniston.
Pitches: 2 x Glamping Lodge Pods (Dog Friendly), Shepherd's Hut (Dog Friendly)
Sykeside Camping Park
Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria
8.6 miles from Windermere
117 reviews
96%
would recommend
Lake District camping park with an onsite pub and shop. Within 20 minutes of Lake Windermere and Ullswater!
90 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Sizergh Caravan and Camping
Kendal, Cumbria
9.7 miles from Windermere
69 reviews
96%
would recommend
Idyllic farm campsite nestled between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales with an onsite farm shop and cafe.
Pitches: 7 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring Pitches, 2 x Small Grass Camping Pitches (Optional Electric)
Birchbank Camping Site
Ulverston, Cumbria
10.8 miles from Windermere
Opens 1 May
174 reviews
96%
would recommend
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
Pitches: 7 x Electric Grass Pitches, 16 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Cockin Farm Campsite
Kendal, Cumbria
11.9 miles from Windermere
Highly ratedRural, family-run farm with camping and glamping. In the Lake District, 15 minutes from Kendal. Open year round!
Pitches: 16 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 7 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
12 miles from Windermere
78 reviews
91%
would recommend
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
Pitches: 35 x Non Electric Grass Pitches , 5 x Rail Cabins (Dog Friendly)
Pods in the Sticks
Kendal, Cumbria
12.7 miles from Windermere
Ensuite glamping pods with fire pits. Between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes to Kendal!
2 x Ensuite Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)
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Gowan Bank Farm
Ings, Windermere, Cumbria
3.6 miles from Windermere
Tranquil glamping retreat in a luxury and eco friendly shepherd's hut on a working hill farm, surrounded by nature.
Hill of Oaks Lodge and Caravan Park
Windermere, Cumbria
5.1 miles from Windermere
Nestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks boasts exclusive lake Windermere frontage.
Pier Cottage Caravan Park
Coniston, Cumbria
5.4 miles from Windermere
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
5.7 miles from Windermere
In the heart of the Lake District, a peaceful campsite with stunning views. A five minute walk to the village.
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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.