Campsites in the Lake District
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Campsites in the Lake District

Whether you're heading to Keswick or seeking the peace of the fells at Langdale, Patterdale or Wasdale, our selection of campsites in the Lake District will help you find the perfect place to stay. A boat trip on Lake Windermere (England's largest) is a must for first-time visitors, and there's plenty to explore around Ullswater, Derwentwater, Coniston Water and Bassenthwaite too. Discover these top locations for camping in the Lake District!

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110 campsites in the Lake District

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Park Foot Holiday Park, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Park Foot Holiday Park

Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria

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

Castle Guards Farm Retreat, Cockermouth, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Castle Guards Farm Retreat

Cockermouth, Cumbria

Spacious ensuite pods near the Lakes with private wood-fired hot tubs! Dog-friendly options. Sleeps up to 6.

Thornfield Camping Cabins, Dalston, Carlisle, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Thornfield Camping Cabins

Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria

Award winning ensuite glamping with optional therapeutic jet spa hot tubs.

New Ing Lodge, Shap, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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New Ing Lodge

Shap, Cumbria

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

Pasturewood Holidays, Dalston, Carlisle, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Pasturewood Holidays

Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria

Luxury ensuite glamping pods, surrounded by natural beauty just 20 minutes drive from the Lake District.

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Fellhill Pods, Welton, Carlisle, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Fellhill Pods

Welton, Carlisle, Cumbria

Three dog friendly luxury pods with ensuite facilities, set on a farm that's right by the Lake District.

Wellington Farm Glamping Breaks, Cockermouth, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Luxury pods with hot tubs based in the western Lake District with beautiful panoramic views of the fells.

Gowan Bank Farm, Ings, Windermere, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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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.

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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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Swallow Barn

Cockermouth, Cumbria

In the picturesque Loweswater valley, this barn is part of a traditional set of farm buildings dating back to 1670.

Kelker Well Roundhouse, Newbiggin, Carnforth, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Kelker Well Roundhouse

Newbiggin, Carnforth, Cumbria

Quirky off-grid roundhouse accommodation on a farm by the Lake District for up to 4 people. Includes hot tub.

High Haume Farm Glamping, Dalton-in-Furness, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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High Haume Farm Glamping

Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria

Ensuite glamping pods which are set close to the Lake District and 10 minutes from the Cumbrian coastline.

Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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A small, idyllic glampsite on a working farm in the Lake Distict National Park close to Coniston and windermere.

Thacka Lea Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Thacka Lea Caravan Park

Penrith, Cumbria

A small touring site, ten minutes from the Lake District, and 15 minutes from the North Pennines! Dog friendly.

Hall More Holiday Park, Milnthorpe, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Hall More Holiday Park

Milnthorpe, Cumbria

Small, quiet and friendly meadowland touring park in the Arnside and Silverdale AONB.

Side Farm Campsite, Ullswater, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Side Farm Campsite

Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria

A dog friendly, scenic site between Ullswater and Place Fell. Peaceful, with access to boating and canoeing.

Bank House Farm, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Bank House Farm

Penrith, Cumbria

Small, peaceful tent camping near the C2C route and in the heart of the Eden Valley, 20 mins from the Lakes.

Kendal Rugby Club, Kendal, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Kendal Rugby Club

Kendal, Cumbria

Small, family friendly camping at a rugby ground, close to the Lake District National Park and Windemere.

Black Beck Holiday Park, Newby Bridge, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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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.

Crossfell Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Crossfell Caravan Park

Penrith, Cumbria

Flat grass site with some shade and beautiful fell views, with Lake District walking country on the doorstep.

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FAQ

The Lakes are overwhelmingly popular thanks to their gorgeous scenery dotted with pretty Cumbrian villages, unbeatable walks and shimmering lakes like Windermere. The national park has lots of great campsites and these 10 are some of the very best.

Pooley Bridge, Eskdale, Coniston, Kendal and Buttermere are some of the Lakes' most popular places to camp.

More than three quarters of campsites in the Lakes allow pets. Browse a list of dog friendly sites here.

A good number of Lake District campsites and holiday parks offer swimming pools. Browse a list of sites here.

The national park is a great place to find 5 star campsites in the Lakes - the best of the best are listed here.

Close to half of campsites in the Lakes are open all year round. Browse a list of sites here.

While most Lake District campsites are family friendly, a small number of campsites in the Lakes are adult only. Browse a list of adult only options.

Around 6 out of 10 campsites in the Lakes are campsites with electric hook-ups. Choose from our selection here.

More than half of sites in the Lake District are quiet sites. Browse and book here.