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!

102 family campsites in the Lake District

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Woodhead Farm Caravan Site & Certificated Location, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Penrith, Cumbria

A small 12 pitch private site and a CAMC CL site, situated on a small farm near Penrith and the Lake District.

Wild Wool Barn, Ennerdale, Cleator, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ennerdale, Cleator, Cumbria

Rural, peaceful setting with views of Ennerdale Water welcoming tents. Bunkhouse onsite.

Bardsea Leisure, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ulverston, Cumbria

10 acre site situated on the edge of the Lake District, with touring pitches available all year round.

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

A superb base to explore the Lake District and Eden Valley, a small, family-run caravan site close to Ullswater.

Kendal Rugby Club, Kendal, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Kendal, Cumbria

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

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New Ing Lodge, Shap, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Shap, Cumbria

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

Lyons Manor House Park, Allonby, Maryport, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Allonby, Maryport, Cumbria

Family and dog friendly touring, seasonal pitches and holiday homes by the Northern Lakes and Scottish Borders.

Crossfell Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Penrith, Cumbria

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

Overwater Woodlands, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Wigton, Cumbria

Secluded and off-grid woodland camping for tents in the Lake District with a communal firepit and breakfast!

Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Ulverston, Cumbria

A small, idyllic glampsite on a working farm in the Lake Distict National Park close to Coniston and windermere.

Fellhill Pods, Welton, Carlisle, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Welton, Carlisle, Cumbria

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

Great Langdale Bunkhouse, Great Langdale, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria

Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.

Hudscales Farm Camping Barn, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Wigton, Cumbria

Traditional barn camping at the Lakeland Fells, overlooking a charming village and bordering the Lake District.

Lakes Yurts, Blindbothel, Cockermouth, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Blindbothel, Cockermouth, Cumbria

Chic yurts with private facilities, set on a Lake District family farm, close to great walking country.

Lowside Farm, Troutbeck, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria

Glamping pods at the foot of Blencathra and onsite camping barn for large groups. Pet friendly options available.

Fell End Holiday Park, Hale, Milnthorpe, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Hale, Milnthorpe, Cumbria

A 5-star woodland retreat holiday park, located in the Arnside and Silverdale AONB in the Southern Lake District.

Blakebeck Camping Barn, Mungrisdale, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Mungrisdale, Cumbria

Camping barn on a small farm at the foot of Souther Fell, just outside Mungrisdale and on the C2C cycle route.

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

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

Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park, Newby Bridge, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Newby Bridge, Cumbria

Dog friendly self-catering accommodation and holiday homes near the southern shores of Windermere, Lake District.

St Johns-in-the-Vale Camping Barn, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Keswick, Cumbria

A solid, cosy camping barn in the depths of the Lake District close to beautiful Keswick and Thirlmere.

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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.