Family campsites in the Lake District
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Family campsites in the Lake District

Think of a traditional camping holiday and it won't be long before you think of the Lakes' otherworldly beauty. From boating around mirror-like water to picnicking in the fells, it's paradise for little ones. Beatrix Potter's Hill Top will bring beloved characters alive and then it's down to Muncaster Castle to meet their dazzling owls or over to Grizedale Forest for orienteering. Whisk the kids off to these family campsites in the Lake District!

104 family campsites in the Lake District

Wallace Lane Farm, Caldbeck, Wigton, CumbriaWallace Lane Farm, Caldbeck, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Wallace Lane Farm

Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria

4.86 /5

169 reviews

98%

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Camping, touring and glamping on the northern fringe of the Lake District. Some pitches even have private hot tubs!

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
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Blaithwaite Country House Estate, Wigton, CumbriaBlaithwaite Country House Estate, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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4.55 /5

22 reviews

95%

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Camping, touring and glamping on a 250 acre country estate. Within ten minutes of Wigton and the Lake District.

Park Cliffe Camping and Caravan Estate, Windermere, CumbriaPark Cliffe Camping and Caravan Estate, Windermere, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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4.96 /5

11 reviews

100%

would recommend

Lake District camping, touring and glamping site with views of Lake Windermere. Onsite bar, shop and games room!

Moss Howe Farm Campsite, Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, CumbriaMoss Howe Farm Campsite, Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Moss Howe Farm Campsite

Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

4.72 /5

123 reviews

91%

would recommend

Peaceful Lake District camping and glamping site, 15 minutes to Lake Windermere. Onsite shop and fire pits welcome!

Church Stile Farm and Holiday Park, Seascale, CumbriaChurch Stile Farm and Holiday Park, Seascale, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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4.76 /5

183 reviews

94%

would recommend

Camping, touring and glamping, within a five minute walk of pubs. 15 minutes to Seascale Beach and Scafell Pike!

2024 Winner of Best Family Campsite North West England

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Kestrel Lodge Campsite, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CumbriaKestrel Lodge Campsite, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Kestrel Lodge Campsite

Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria

4.76 /5

67 reviews

99%

would recommend

Peaceful, small and quiet campsite in the Lake District, just below Skiddaw. Only 15 minutes to Keswick.

Little Acre Holiday Park, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, CumbriaLittle Acre Holiday Park, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Little Acre Holiday Park

Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria

4.87 /5

769 reviews

98%

would recommend

Family run touring park with modern facilities by the Lancaster Canal. Easy access to the M6, the Lakes and Dales.

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Birchbank Camping Site, Ulverston, CumbriaBirchbank Camping Site, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Birchbank Camping Site

Ulverston, Cumbria

4.74 /5

170 reviews

96%

would recommend

A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.

Sykeside Camping Park, Patterdale, Penrith, CumbriaSykeside Camping Park, Patterdale, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Sykeside Camping Park

Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria

4.68 /5

81 reviews

95%

would recommend

Lake District camping park with an onsite pub and shop. Within 20 minutes of Lake Windermere and Ullswater!

Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping, Coniston, CumbriaConiston Experience Freedom Glamping, Coniston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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4.76 /5

18 reviews

94%

would recommend

Family friendly and accessible glamping in the Lake District. Five minutes to Coniston and Coniston Water!

Harbour Lights, Haverigg, Millom, CumbriaHarbour Lights, Haverigg, Millom, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Harbour Lights

Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria

4.65 /5

183 reviews

92%

would recommend

Family friendly site at the edge of the Lake District with direct beach access and an onsite ice cream parlour!

Parkgate Farm Holidays, Irton, Holmrook, CumbriaParkgate Farm Holidays, Irton, Holmrook, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Parkgate Farm Holidays

Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria

4.95 /5

81 reviews

99%

would recommend

Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches too.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
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Crake Trees Manor, Penrith, CumbriaCrake Trees Manor, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Crake Trees Manor

Penrith, Cumbria

4.92 /5

29 reviews

90%

would recommend

Camping and glamping pods in the wildflower meadows on an organic farm. In Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes from Lakes.

Beckses Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaBeckses Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Beckses Caravan Park

Penrith, Cumbria

4.76 /5

91 reviews

98%

would recommend

Small, family run park offering a quiet base within the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater. Dogs welcome!

Moss Side Farm Campsite, Broughton-in-Furness, CumbriaMoss Side Farm Campsite, Broughton-in-Furness, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Moss Side Farm Campsite

Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria

4.62 /5

84 reviews

90%

would recommend

Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.

Harbour Side Caravan Site, Maryport, CumbriaHarbour Side Caravan Site, Maryport, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Harbour Side Caravan Site

Maryport, Cumbria

4.83 /5

105 reviews

94%

would recommend

A small coastal caravan and campsite by Maryport Marina, with scenic views over the Solway Firth.

Holmescales Campsite, Old Hutton, Kendal, CumbriaHolmescales Campsite, Old Hutton, Kendal, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Holmescales Campsite

Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria

4.68 /5

66 reviews

92%

would recommend

A small site at the gateway to the Lake District with Dales close by. Onsite archery, quad biking and axe throwing.

Cherry Trees Farm, Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, CumbriaCherry Trees Farm, Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Cherry Trees Farm

Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria

4.82 /5

74 reviews

96%

would recommend

Nestled on the edge of the Lake District National Park, family friendly camping and pods with hot tubs.

Caldbeck Camping, Caldbeck, Wigton, CumbriaCaldbeck Camping, Caldbeck, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Caldbeck Camping

Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria

4.93 /5

45 reviews

98%

would recommend

A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Runner up
2025 Outstanding Sites list
Rydal Hall Campsite, Ambleside, CumbriaRydal Hall Campsite, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Rydal Hall Campsite

Ambleside, Cumbria

4.84 /5

83 reviews

96%

would recommend

Relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District, five minutes to Windermere. Onsite tea shop too!

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FAQ

Around 9 out of every 10 family campsites in the Lakes allow pets, and you can book these here.

The Lake District National Park is a very popular destination for families, home to unmissable walks, sweeping fells and amazing activities on the water. Book campsites close to Grizedale Forest, Bowness-on-Windermere which is home to The World of Beatrix Potter and Ullswater for the Ullswater Steamers.

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

This national park is a huge hit with visitors thanks to its glorious scenery, attractive Cumbrian villages and fantastic walking, hiking and watersport options around Windermere and many other lakes. The Lakes offer lots of great campsites and these 10 are some of the very best.