Sykeside Camping Park

4.65 /5 66 reviews

94%

would recommend

Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria

The Brotherswater Inn - onsite pub outdoor seating

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4.65 /5

66 reviews

Sykeside Camping Park is ideally located for exploring the Lake District, within 20 minutes of Windermere, Aira Force Waterfall and Ullswater. Offering a traditional camping getaway, there are spacious, unmarked non electric grass pitches for tents only. There's a charming onsite pub serving breakfast baps, tasty meals and cold pints, plus a handy shop for food and camping essentials. Dogs are welcome, and there is even a dedicated walking area!

Why you'll love it at Sykeside Camping Park

Set in the heart of the Lake District, within 20 minutes of Windermere and Ullswater

Traditional, family and dog friendly campsite with fire pits welcome, surrounded by walking trails

Onsite pub serving breakfast baps, tasty meals and local ales, plus a shop stocking essentials

About the site

Set in the heart of the Dovedale Valley, this site is surrounded by top hiking trails. Centrally located in the Lake District, you will be just 20 minutes from Windermere and Ullswater, great for mooching around charming villages, picking up a boat trip or hiring a paddleboard! The site is home to 90 spacious unmarked pitches. Simply turn up and choose your preferred spot. The pitches allow tents only, with a maximum of six guests per pitch. Onsite, you will also find camping pods, touring pitches and five electric hardstanding pitches that are exclusively for Caravan and Motorhome Club members. The 'bunkhouse' offers rooms for two to six people, ideal for families and large groups. For a delicious meal or a refreshing tipple, head to the onsite pub, The Brotherswater Inn. Enjoy tasty morning breakfast baps, a weekend lunch service, and amazing pub dinners every evening. Do note, booking is essential if you want to ensure a table. Dogs can join you for your adventure, with up to four canine companions allowed per pitch. There is even a dedicated walking area for stretching their legs! If you want to cook al fresco, raised fire pits and BBQs are permitted. Bricks can also be supplied for elevating disposable BBQs.

"Such a beautiful location, it's hard to believe the view when you arrive"

Lottie I

"So glad I went with this campsite. The views are unbelievable!"

Chloe M

"My best camping experience so far! "

Miltiadis T

"Extremely friendly staff make this peaceful campsite with stunning views even better!"

Billy B

"Possibly one of the best campsites in the Lakes"

Tom W

"The views every way you looked are breathtaking"

Alex K

"Scenery to die for, surrounded by beautiful mountains to all sides"

Steven H

Sykeside Camping Park is open all year round.

Site map

Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

Dog exercise area

Electric hookups

EV charging

Fires allowed

Fishing

Glamping

Laundry

Near pub

Open year round

Wash up area

WiFi

There is a heated shower and toilet block at the top of the campsite with shaving sockets and power points. Please note that, hot water is not charged for but may run cool for a time during very busy periods.

There is also a laundry room, with washers and dryers, an indoor washing up area and a large dog walking area. There is an onsite shop (normally open 8am to 6pm) stocking food, camping essentials and maps, with ice pack refreezing available.

Brotherswater Inn is the onsite pub. The usual opening hours are Monday to Friday 4pm - 10pm, Saturday and Sunday 12 noon - 10pm. Breakfast baps are available every morning. Lunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm until 2pm. Booking is essential. Free WiFi is available in the Inn and the shop. There are also two EV charging points in the pub car park.

The nearest supermarkets are found in both Windemere (20 minutes away) and Penrith (30 minutes away). Fishing is available in Brotherswater which is a 15 minute walk away.

Map and address

Park address

Sykeside Camping Park,

Hartsop, Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0NZ

Coordinates

54.4985, -2.9254 | NY 40 11

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Sykeside Camping Park is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Young children

There are 120 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

90 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 6 people

Unassigned non electric grass pitches, simply choose your own spot. Suitable for tents only. The site does not accept groups booking together of more than six adults.

Other accommodation

2 x Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitches (No Awnings)

Max 6 people

Gravel pitches with electric hook ups. Suitable for campervans and motorhomes up to 7m in length.

4 x Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitches (Awnings Allowed)

Max 6 people

Gravel pitches with electric hook ups. Suitable for roof tents, campervans and motorhomes up to 7m in length and have space for an awning.

6 x Large Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitches (No Awnings)

Max 6 people

Gravel pitches with electric hook ups. Suitable for roof tents, campervans and motorhomes up to 8m in length.

9 x Large Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitches (Awnings Allowed)

Max 6 people

Gravel pitches with electric hook ups. Suitable for caravans, campervans (including roof tents) and motorhomes up to 8m in length and have space for an awning.

5 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches Members Only

Gravel pitches with electric hook ups suitable for campervans, caravans and motorhomes. These pitches are reserved for Caravan and Motorhome Club members.

3 x Camping Pods

Max 5 people

Unfurnished camping pods, with indoor lighting, underfloor heating and a double electric socket with USB ports. You'll need to bring everything you usually would for camping except the tent. Dog friendly. Shared facilities nearby.

The Bunkhouse

Includes nine bunkrooms, each containing two to six beds. All rooms have their own toilet and wash basin, showers are shared with the adjoining campsite. There is central heating, plus camping stoves and a fridge and mattresses.

Sykeside Camping Park reviews

4.65 /5

66 reviews

94%

would recommend

Overall

4.65

Location

4.89

Value for money

4.7

Service

4.64

Facilities

4.48

Cleanliness

4.55

Fantastic campsite.

Recommends site

Richard H

Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesJun 2025

Fantastic campsite. Staff were very friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived. It was excellently located to head off onto the fells to bag some Wainwright’s Facilities were always clean and available. Plenty of hot water for showers etc. We will 100% be booking again

Great

Recommends site

Mark H

Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesMay 2025

Great place for a base to explore the fells from. Decent pub on the site. We stopped when the heavens decided to open this week, but would return with hopefully better weather next time.

Will book again

Recommends site

Stuart M

Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesMay 2025

Beautiful location. Friendly staff. Lots of bins to get rid of rubbish. Good value for money. Book early if you want to eat in the pub as it was booked out all weekend. Limited choice for breakfasts and coffee is over priced.

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FAQ

What time is check-in and check out at Sykeside Camping Park?

Check-in is available from 1pm until 8pm. Please let the site know if you are delayed and they may be able to arrange a late check-in for you for up to 9:45pm. Check out is due before 11am on your final day.

Is Sykeside Camping Park dog-friendly?

Your four-legged friend is more than welcome here and is allowed on the campsite and in the Brotherswater Inn. There's also a dog walking area halfway down the driveway. Please just make sure your dog is kept on their lead and supervised at all times.

Does Sykeside Camping Park allow BBQs and campfires?

For those after the al fresco dining experience, raised BBQs and campfires in raised fire pits are allowed. Please note, all fires and BBQs must be extinguished by 11pm.

Does Sykeside Camping Park allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Yes, awnings, gazebos and pup tents are allowed. Please make sure to select this as an option when booking. For those bringing a pup tent, it must fit within your pitch and not be used by adults for sleeping.

Does Sykeside Camping Park allow group bookings?

Group bookings of up to six adults are accepted, groups larger than 6 adults are not permitted, neither are hen and stag parties. Pitches aren't assigned so you can choose where you pitch, however it isn't guaranteed that you will be able to pitch next to other tents in your group.

Can I park near my pitch at Sykeside Camping Park? Or is there parking adjacent to the pitch?

During the summer, you can park on the grass next to your pitch. If there is a heavy rainfall, guests are asked not to park on the grass to avoid getting stuck or damaging the site. In the winter there is a small car park nearby the pitches where guests can park.

Is there WiFi at Sykeside Camping Park?

Free WiFi is available in the onsite shop and pub. But please note, the rest of the site has limited mobile reception.

Does Sykeside Camping Park have a shop onsite?

Yes there's a shop that stocks essential items. The shop is generally open every day from 8am until 6pm (8pm on Fridays and Saturdays). Please note that hours may be extended in the summer and reduced in the winter.

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Sykeside Camping Park?

Yes, the Brotherswater Inn is onsite and serves breakfast baps (8am to 9.30am), lunch (at weekends) and dinner. There's also a full range of drinks, including traditional ales and a range of whiskies on offer. The usual opening hours are Monday to Friday 4pm - 10pm, Saturday and Sunday 12 noon - 10pm. Booking is essential for sit-down meals.

Can I fish nearby Sykeside Camping Park?

Fishing is available in Brotherswater, a 15 minute walk away.

What are the nearest public transport links to Sykeside Camping Park?

The 508 bus (The Kirkstone Rambler) runs past the site 5 times a day from Easter until the end of October. The nearest bus service in the Winter is the Patterdale to Penrith. The nearest train stations are in Windermere (25 minutes away) or Penrith (35 minutes away).

Does Sykeside Camping Park have a quiet time or noise policy?

Quiet hours are between 11pm and 7:30am and music must be kept to a reasonable level.

Are there any local taxi service companies to Sykeside Camping Park?

M and A are a local taxi service based in Glenridding. Pre booking is advisable and they can be contacted on 017384 82372 or 07770 444159.

Are children allowed in the bar and restaurant at Sykeside Camping Park?

Yes, children are allowed to stay until closing time.

Does Sykeside Camping Park have electric vehicle charging?

Yes, there are two electric vehicle charging points in the pub car park at the entrance to the campsite.

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Things to do on site and in the Penrith area

Ullswater is only ten minutes away, known as one of the most scenic lakes in the Lake District. You can hop on an Ullswater 'Steamer' boat for a relaxing trip across the lake, or enjoy walking routes like the Ullswater Way. The lake is also great for paddleboarding or kayaking if you fancy getting out on the water.

Aira Force Waterfall is also only 15 minutes away. This impressive 65-foot waterfall is set in an ancient woodland and is one of the most popular waterfalls in the Lake District. There's a circular walk through the trees and across old stone bridges, with places to stop and take photos!

Lake Windermere is within a 20 minute drive, the largest lake in England. You can hire a rowing boat, take a lake cruise, or walk along the shoreline. The area is also full of great spots to eat, from cosy cafés to lakeside restaurants with lovely views.

For those holidaying with little ones, The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction is 25 minutes from the site. Step into the world of Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck, and all the other beloved characters. The colourful displays bring the stories to life and are just as magical for adults who grew up with the books!

Other nearby attractions:

Brockhole on Windermere (20 minutes)
Stock Ghyll Force (30 minutes)
Rydal Cave (30 minutes)
National Trust - Sizergh (35 minutes)
Castlerigg Stone Circle (35 minutes)

The listing for Sykeside Camping Park was last updated on June 9th, 2025 at 2:24 AM

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