Situated between Grasmere and Keswick at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm and catering for campervans and motorhomes, Thirlspot Farm Camping is a relaxed touring site with direct access to Sticks Pass. Take in the sweeping countryside views and unspoilt scenery from your grass pitch.

Why choose Thirlspot Farm Camping

Relaxed site with direct access to Sticks Pass

Nearby to Helvellyn, Skiddaw and Blencathra, with excellent walks

Outstanding countryside views on this friendly rural sheep farm

About the site

This relaxed site can be found at the foot of Helvellyn, nestled just off the road between Keswick and Grasmere. The beautiful waters of Thirlmere aren't too far away, and it's a great spot for exploring. Grass pitches are available without electric, and grass and hardstanding pitches with electric included are available for caravans, campervans and motorhomes. Surrounded by stunning views of the Lake District, with plenty of trails to explore, it's easy to immerse yourself in the surrounding nature. Take the path from the site and find the wild natural infinity pool where you can swim overlooking the spectacular mountains and valleys, a truly breathtaking experience! Dogs are welcome and with there being so many idyllic hikes nearby, this is a great choice for dog walkers.

"This is a beautiful location with valleys and mountains to be seen from the comfort of your caravan"

Lydia F

"Ticked all the boxes for our stay. A good base for hiking in the area"

Phil T

Thirlspot Farm Camping is open from 04/04 to 28/09.

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

WiFi

Adult only

Electric hookups

Near pub

Peaceful

Site facilities include washing up facilities, toilets and showers with free hot water.

Please note TV signal may be weak or non existent on the site and there is no WiFi.

The King's Head Inn pub is adjacent to the site and offers dining, whilst Keswick town is just ten minutes away.

Thirlspot Farm Camping is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet

There are 16 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

4 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 4 people

Grass pitches without electric, suitable for campervans up to 6m.

2 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches suitable for caravans, campervans (including roof tents) and motorhomes (max 6m). No electric is available on these pitches.

10 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches with electric. Suitable for roof tents, campervans, motorhomes and caravans. Maximum length 8m.

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Deborah C

Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesAug 2025

The facilities and support were really good for our stay. The toilets & showers were really clean and the staff were always willing to help or answer questions. For my first campervan break I thoroughly enjoyed my stay

Nice spot, close to Thirlmere lake and a pub next door!

Recommends site

Morgan V

Roof Tent - Electric Hardstanding PitchesAug 2025

Lovely little campsite! Electric and running water right next to our pitch. Toilets and showers were clean. Washing up facilities and fridge freezer available. Quiet spot but a busy road opposite so louder during the day. Pub next door and less than a mile walk to the lake. No children allowed to stay.

Superb location and an outstanding stay

Recommends site

Neil John C

Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding PitchesAug 2025

This is one of the best sites we stayed at in the Lake District with our Motorhome. The owners were very flexible and very helpful to us, over accommodating an additional night's stay, and this was one of the spots which would best accommodate our motorhome (over 7m long). Facilities are all you need - electric power, fresh water, showers and toilets. Don't expect luxury but all were exactly as needed and totally suited for purpose. The site is small and perfect for a quiet stay without hordes of vehicles or being surrounded by people. Less than 20 pitches in total - perfect to not feel inundated with other visitors or vehicles, and no tents allowed so again, this is perfect if this is what you are looking for. The location is perfect for the tranquillity and solitude of Thirlmere Lake. Not one of the busiest, which was perfect for us as it was almost deserted and we only saw a handful of other people - even though our visit was in August, in the height of summer and in the middle of school holidays. Stunning walking around the area, including around Thirlmere, easy access to Hevellyn, and also access to the fast becoming more and more popular (but prior to the age of Insta, mostly little known / "secret") "infinity pools" and waterfalls. Spectacular views and only a 30-45min walk from the site. The buses to Keswick / Kendall and direct into Grasmere, Ambleside, Windermere etc. are directly outside the site (no walking distance at all) so absolutely perfect location for getting on and off in either direction north or south. The positioning of the King's Head pub is right next door (less than a 1min walk!) so again an absolutely perfect position - superb food and drink on offer there and very friendly staff with beautiful outdoor space and and very cosy indoor space for when it's colder. Some reviews I noticed before booking had commented on the noise from the main road as the site is very near the road. We hardly even noticed this while we were staying there, if at all over 3 days - so for us this was not even remotely a factor and shouldn't put people off unless you are looking for ultra tranquillity and ultra peace and quiet. The quietness of the site itself with a more limited number of pitches far outweighed any inconsequential noise we might have very occasionally noticed from the road. Really though, this is not a factor. I guess for families and young kids looking for play areas and a bar / entertainments, shop etc on-site then this is probably not the site for you, however the very quick and uber-easy access to walks, spectacular views, lake, waterfalls, etc etc are awesome. We would highly recommend this site - just don't expect ultra modern or ultra luxurious facilities. But for us, this was by far our favourite site in the Lake District which we stayed at. And so for us, it was perfect all round.

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FAQ

What time can I check in and check out of Thirlspot Farm Camping?

Your pitch should be ready by 11am and please make sure you arrive before 7pm. Its worth noting that the site isn't lit so arriving in daylight is preferable. Please depart the site by 11am on your departure day.

Can I bring my dog to Thirlspot Farm Camping?

Dogs are welcome at Thirlspot Farm Camping, there are great walks right from the site you can both explore. Do note there is a small fee per dog.

Are campfires and BBQs allowed at Thirlspot Farm Camping?

BBQs are a great addition to those camping evenings and are allowed at Thirlspot Farm Camping if they are raised off the ground, but campfires are not permitted under any circumstance.

Can I bring an awning, gazebo or pup tent with me to Thirlspot Farm Camping?

Awnings and pup tents are allowed on all pitches free of charge. Sorry, gazebos are not allowed on any pitches.

Does Thirlspot Farm Camping allow groups or pitches being booked together?

Sorry, the site caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings. Single sex bookings of three or more people are not accepted.

What are the nearest public transport links to Thirlspot Farm Camping?

Kings Head Hotel bus stop is just outside the campsite. Penrith is the nearest train station and is a 25 minute drive away.

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Things to do on site and in the Keswick area

The site is well placed for hiking, fell walking, and more at Helvellyn, Skiddaw and Blencathra. Grab your walking boots and hike up Sticks Pass directly from the site to admire stunning waterfalls

For a magical experience, follow the path from the site to a hidden natural infinity pool. Enjoy wild swimming with views over the neighbouring mountains and valleys, a must when staying on site.

If you're wanting to see something a bit different, head to Puzzling Place (10 minutes) and enjoy a world of optical illusions and holograms, it is a great photo opportunity. Or, head to Derwent Pencil Museum (10 minutes) and see the fascinating history of the everyday object.

You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to National Trust sites. Head to Townend (30 minutes) and see the historic farm with 400 years of family tales. Find Wray Castle 30 minutes away, a neo-gothic castle where you can enjoy the photographs of Rupert Potter, paddling in the lake or taking a boat trip to the castle's jetty.

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