The Quiet Site

Ullswater, Cumbria

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With views over Ullswater, The Quiet Site offers an eco friendly base in the heart of the Lake District. Choose from a range of camping and glamping options, including cosy heated pods, perfect for those on the Ullswater Way. Enjoy the cosy bar (dating back to 1680), tasty breakfast and dinner options from the takeaway, an ethical zero waste shop, a camper's kitchen, WiFi and more. In summer, there is a direct bus service running to the site!

Why choose The Quiet Site

Multi-award winning, eco holiday park with camping, glamping and views of Ullswater

Great facilities including modern washrooms, a pub, takeaway, zero waste shop and campers kitchen

In the heart of the Lake District, a ten minute drive to Aira Force and Pooley Bridge

About the site

The Quiet Site has been welcoming visitors to the Lake District for more than 50 years. This award winning park is situated in an idyllic setting overlooking Ullswater yet is only 15 minutes from the M6. There are hardstanding pitches to suit caravans and motorhomes, on tarmac, stone or gravel. There are two fields, close to services and offering great views from their top end. Tent campers are welcome too, in surrounds that feel Alpine, with great views. All tent pitches have 6-Amp electric hook-ups. If your tent is larger than 8 metres please book two pitches. The Glamping Burrows comprises 15 spacious underground living spaces each with a WC, soft sleep ledge, large covered patio areas and a fantastic view of Ullswater. These insulated spaces can hold up to 2 adults and 4 children, and take the tent hassle out of your camping! Dogs are welcome in some of the burrows. The site also has a range of pods, a stylish glamping pod cabin for two (ensuite) and bell tents. Pods are fantastic protection from the elements with a secluded decking area and heaters, lighting and charging points etc. included. They sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children. Some pods accept dogs, so please request these when booking. The bell tents suit a family of 6 and offer a plug socket for lights and charging devices. They do not accept dogs but provide the ease and comfort of not having to bring a tent!

The Quiet Site's season normally runs from January until December. Sign up to alerts and we'll let you know when bookings re-open.

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What facilities are at The Quiet Site?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

(Included)

Baby changing facilities

Dog wash

Electric hookups

EV charging

Freezer

Fridge

Games room

Gas exchange

Glamping

Kids playground

Laundry

Near pub

Open year round

Peaceful

RV pitches

Wash up area

Water hookups

Facilities includes 14 modern unisex washrooms, each with a shower, toilet, and basin. There are also six unisex rooms with direct outdoor access, one with a baby bath. A separate room provides a toilet and basin, while another building offers ladies' and gents' facilities with three toilets and two urinals. Washing up sinks, free WiFi, EV charging, a meeting room and a dog, boot and bike wash room are also available.

A camper's kitchen includes three-pin sockets, USB points, kettles, toasters, microwaves, fridges and freezers, spare plates and cutlery, chilled and filtered water, and basic utensils. A laundry room offers washing machines and tumble dryers with a separate drying room. For kids, a games room is adjacent to the bar with table football, air hockey and a pool table.

The Quiet Bite is an off-grid, wood-fired takeaway open on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5pm to 8.30pm for pizzas (last orders 8.45pm), Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8.30am to 11am for crêpes and bacon rolls, Monday to Friday mornings from 9am to 11am for bacon rolls, and Sunday to Thursday evenings from 5pm to 7.30pm for pizzas (last orders 7.15pm). Tea and coffee are available whenever it is open.

There is also a historic, old-world bar, complete with a large open log fire, open daily from 4pm to 10pm. A spacious zero-waste shop is open daily, offering a range of essentials and speciality items without plastic packaging. Bottled water is not sold, but free chilled and filtered water is available for refilling containers at the Campers' Kitchen and The Quiet Bite. Milk and orange juice are sold in reusable glass bottles, with a small refund offered upon return.

There are 104 accommodation options on-site

12 x Camping Pods

Max 4 people

Insulated timber pods measuring 2.2m x 2.3m. Pods include an electric heater, socket and light. Outside is a small deck for cooking. Bring your camping gear. No pets. Shared facilities nearby.

4 x Camping Pods (Dog Friendly)

Max 2 people

Insulated timber pods measuring 2.2m x 2.3m. Pods include an electric heater, socket and light. Outside is a small deck for cooking. Bring your camping gear. Dog friendly. Shared facilities nearby.

5 x Glamping Burrows

Max 6 people

Underground glamping burrows with sleeping platforms, a kettle, microwave, fridge, WiFi, toilet and wash basin. Outside is a grass roof and covered deck area with a picnic table. Pet free. Shared showers nearby.

10 x Glamping Burrows (Dog Friendly)

Max 6 people

Ensuite Glamping Pod Cabins

Max 2 people

Glamping pods with a double bed, living area, ensuite toilet and shower, as well as a kitchen area with microwave, fridge, toaster and kettle. Outside is a picnic bench and deck chairs. Towels and bedding included. Pet free.

Ensuite Gingerbread Houses

Max 6 people

Cabins with a seating/sleeping platform with mats. Includes a fridge, microwave, kettle, sink, and underfloor heating. Ensuite toilet and shower. Outdoor deck, picnic table and BBQ stone. Pet free.

Ensuite Gingerbread Houses (Dog Friendly)

Max 6 people

Cabins with a seating/sleeping platform with mats. Includes a fridge, microwave, kettle, sink, and underfloor heating. Ensuite toilet and shower. Outdoor deck, picnic table and BBQ stone. Dog friendly.

Site rules and policies

We ask all our guests to behave in a neighbourly manner. Noise to be kept to a minimum between 10pm and 7am.

Need to know

Frequently asked questions about The Quiet Site

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Site rules

Is The Quiet Site dog friendly?

Up to one dog is welcome to join you per camping/touring pitch and in the dog friendly camping pods and glamping burrows here too, provided they are kept on a lead whilst onsite and are not a breed/crossbreed listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991. A wildflower meadow on the site is ideal for dogwalks off the lead, as well as the spacious neighbouring exercise field.

What time is check-in and check out at The Quiet Site?

Pitches are available from 12pm till 9pm, check-out is due by 12 noon. Glamping is available from 2.30, and check-out is due by 10.30am.

Facilities

Is there WiFi available at The Quiet Site?

5MB/s WiFi access is available across the site.

What's nearby

What attractions are nearby The Quiet Site?

A circular eight mile route directly from the site will take you to the spectacular Aira Force waterfalls, and keen hikers are well placed for treks up stunning Helvellyn and Blencathra.

Stroll along the Ullswater Way taking you around the edge of this beautiful lake or hop on Ullswater Steamers for a gentle cruise over the water - canoe and boat hire also available at Glenridding Sailing Centre.

History lovers are also just a 20 minute drive from Lowther Castle, with beautiful gardens to explore and an adventure playground to please the little ones.

Things to do on site and in the Ullswater area

Guests are surrounded by some of the best fell walking in the country with access points to Helvellyn, Blencathra, High Street, Ullswater Steamers and Aira Force all less than 20 minutes away.

The circular walk from The Quiet Site to Aira Force waterfalls is a must-do when visiting.

You will be staying right on the famous Ullswater Way that circumnavigates the lake. Take a fabulous ride on the Ullswater Steamers or if you'd like to go out in a boat or canoe of your own, Glenridding Sailing Centre has you covered.

The historic Lowther Castle is also just 20 minutes drive, so it makes a great day out for families. Alternatively, wander the majesty of Dalemain House which hosts an enormous marmalade festival every year.

Fishing is available on Ullswater, provided you have a licence, or there's the chance to see more on land with pony treks around the Lakes.