Kestrel Lodge Campsite
Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria
Kestrel Lodge Campsite is a small, family and dog friendly site set in a peaceful corner of the Lake District above Bassenthwaite Lake, 15 minutes from Keswick. Enjoy a peaceful stay with spacious grass pitches, hardstanding pitches and unique Landpods. Ideal for keen walkers with the Cumbrian Way passing past the site and set just below Skiddaw. A 20 minute walk to a pub and a 15 minute drive to Cockermouth and Keswick!
Why choose Kestrel Lodge Campsite
Small campsite in the Northern Fells, between Skiddaw and Bassenthwaite Lake, near Keswick
Peaceful spot in the Lake District, ideal for adventurers with the Cumbrian Way on your doorstep!
Quiet dog friendly site, a 20 minute walk from the local pub with communal and private fire pits
About the site
Enjoy an outdoor adventure in the Lake District at this quiet spot nestled in the Northern Fells. Set amidst the countryside at the foot of Skiddaw, you'll feel miles away from civilisation, yet just a 15 minute drive from Keswick or Cockermouth. The site offers just 30 grass pitches, some with electric hook up and all with fire pits available. Each pitch is allocated one car parking space in the parking area, and guests can unload and load their cars from the gravel road, so no need to travel too far with your kit! There are also two pitches suitable for small campervans, these are on hardstanding and have an electric hook up included, with beautiful views down to the lake. Or, if you want to leave the tent pegs at home, opt for one of the unique Landpods. Sleeping either two, three or four, the pods come equipped with beds, bedding and phone chargers. Outside, you will find a fire pit for toasting marshmallows. The three and four person pods also have a gas stove for cooking. There is a covered communal area with picnic benches and a communal fire pit for nights around the campfire, meeting your fellow campers. An ideal base for any outdoor adventurer, pack your hiking gear, kayak, paddleboard or whatever equipment you need! There are so many wainwrights you can tick off from the site, and in just a short drive to Keswick, you're in an ideal spot to explore the Northern Fells. The Cumbrian Way also passes the site's doorstep, so there are some great, scenic walks direct from the site, or if you are searching for something more challenging, why not attempt Skiddaw? There are also goalposts and a rope swing onsite to keep little ones entertained, as well as an insect hotel and woodland with fairy doors! Fire pits are available, dug into the ground and available with your pitch. The site offers these free of charge, but asks that you purchase the wood from reception only. These come on a first-come, first-served basis Dogs are welcome to join you and are included in the price of your booking. The site asks that they be kept on a lead at all times, but there is even an enclosed area to exercise them.
Grass pitches are available from March until December. Hardstanding pitches and glamping are available all year. Pitches from £25/night for 2 people.
"Fab location, beautiful views everywhere you look...Peaceful, remote, quiet spot."
Clarissa B
"Really couldn't ask for more"
Claire M
"This campsite was fantastic all around"
Nicole H
"This was an absolute gem of a find! It really is the perfect site for peace and quiet"
Phillipa P
"Awesome campsite. Views are amazing from every angle"
Dan Y
Great for walkers
Tackle bridleways straight from the site, leading to Lake District walking trails, including Binsey, Dash Falls, and Bassenthwaite Lake, all offering top views!
There are 33 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
Small Landpod
Max 2 people
Cosy insulated Landpod with a double mattress and bedding, with a phone charger inside. Outside is a fire pit. Shared facilities nearby. Sorry, no pets.
Wainwrights Den (Dog Friendly)
Max 3 people
A medium sized Landpod, with a seating area and pull-out games table. Recharge with two double (bunk bed style) beds. Enjoy a fully equipped camp kitchen outside, a picnic area and a campfire. Bedding included, shared facilities are nearby. Pets welcome.
Foot O'Skiddaw (Dog Friendly)
Max 4 people
A cosy space with a wood-burning stove, indoor dining area, two double (bunk bed style) beds. Cook a hearty meal in the outdoor kitchen and relax by the campfire. Bedding and a parking space are included with shared facilities nearby. Pets are welcome.
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
Check-in at Kestrel Lodge Campsite is available from 1pm until 7pm for camping and touring, and from 3pm until 7pm for glamping. Please let the site know if you're delayed. Check out is due before 11am on your final day for camping and touring, and by 10am for glamping.
Is Kestrel Lodge Campsite dog-friendly?
Yes, Kestrel Lodge Campsite is dog friendly, allowing up to three dogs per pitch. There is even an enclosed area for you to exercise them in. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the small landpod. The site asks that dogs be supervised and kept on their lead at all times. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.
Does Kestrel Lodge Campsite allow fire pits and BBQs?
Yes, fire pits and BBQs are allowed at Kestrel Lodge Campsite if they are raised off the ground. Fire pits are available free of charge for guests to enjoy, but this is on a first-come, first-served basis. The site asks that you purchase wood from the reception only.
Does Kestrel Lodge Campsite allow groups or pitches being booked together?
No, Kestrel Lodge Campsite is a small, quiet site, and does not accept group bookings of more than 5+ adults or two families together. Hen and stag parties are not accepted.
Does Kestrel Lodge Campsite have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, Kestrel Lodge Campsite operates a quiet policy after 10pm.
Does Kestrel Lodge Campsite allow day visitors?
No. Visitors are not allowed at Kestrel Lodge Campsite.
Pitches
Can I park near my pitch at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
There is a car park close to the pitches at Kestrel Lodge Campsite where you can park. Wheelbarrows are available for loading and unloading your belongings.
What amp is the electric hook up at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
The electric grass tent pitches at Kestrel Lodge Campsite have a 10 amp hook up, and the electric hardstanding campervan and roof tent pitches have a 13 amp electric hook up.
Are bedding and towels included at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
Yes, the glamping units at Kestrel Lodge Campsite all have bedding provided for your stay.
How many tents are allowed per pitch at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
Kestrel Lodge Campsite allows one tent per pitch.
Is electric included in the price of my booking at Kestrel Lodge Campsite? Or is it an additional cost?
Electric is included in the five electric grass tent pitches and the two electric hardstandings at Kestrel Lodge Campsite.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
No, Kestrel Lodge Campsite does not have WiFi, but there is a 4G signal allowing you to stay connected to the internet using your mobile data.
Does Kestrel Lodge Campsite have a shop onsite?
Yes, Kestrel Lodge Campsite's reception stocks all the basics, and there is an honesty shop offering fresh eggs from the site's hens as well as marshmallows and firewood.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
No, sorry. The Sun Inn is a 20 minute walk from Kestrel Lodge Campsite, serving food and drinks. Keswick is a 20 minute drive away, with more options including The Bank Tavern and Pack Horse Inn.
Does Kestrel Lodge Campsite have electric vehicle charging?
No, Kestrel Lodge Campsite does not have EV charging, but there is an InstaVolt Charging Station in Keswick, a 20 minute drive away.
What is phone signal like at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
There should be a strong phone signal at Kestrel Lodge Campsite, especially for those with EE and Vodafone.
Does Kestrel Lodge Campsite have a communal fridge and freezer?
Yes, Kestrel Lodge Campsite has a communal freezer for ice packs.
Getting there
Are there any local taxi service companies to Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
Yes, Keswick Travel is local to Kestrel Lodge Campsite and can be contacted at 017687 80888.
What is the nearest bus stop to Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
The nearest bus stop to Kestrel Lodge Campsite is Trafford, a 20 minute walk away.
What's nearby
What are the nearest public transport links to Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
The Trafford bus stop is a 30 minute walk from Kestrel Lodge Campsite. Aspatria is the nearest train station, a 25 minute drive away.
What are the nearest pubs to Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
The Sun Inn is a 20 minute walk from Kestrel Lodge Campsite, or head to Keswick within a 20 minute drive for more options.
What walking routes are close to Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
Skiddaw, Blencathra, Dubwath Silver Meadows Nature Reserve and Sale Fell can be reached within a 30 minute drive. Scafell Pike, the highest mountain peak in the Lake District, is a 40 minute drive away.
What is within walking distance of Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
Bassenthwaite, home to Bassenthwaite Lake, is a 20 minute walk from the site, where you can stop off at The Sun Inn for a tasty cooked meal after exploring.
Other
Are roof tents or tent boxes allowed at Kestrel Lodge Campsite?
Yes, Kestrel Lodge Campsite do allow them, however, only on the hardstanding campervan pitches.
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