Small campsites in Cumbria & Lake District
The cosy and intimate feel of a smaller site, paired with great facilities and gorgeous landscapes - these small campsites in Cumbria and the Lake District are mighty beyond their size! Relax between the fells, shimmering lakes and quaint towns of this charming county, camping with just a few friendly neighbours.
63 small campsites in Cumbria & Lake District
Little Acre Holiday Park
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
This family-run site is a perfect spot for any tourer to enjoy natural surroundings, next to the Lancaster Canal.
4.83 /5
Carrock Glamping Pods
Hesket New Market, Cumbria
Luxury adult only ensuite pods with hot tubs. Set at the foot of Carrock Fell in the Lake District National Park.
4.96 /5
Wigwam Holidays Eden Valley
Moorthwaite, Carlisle, Cumbria
Ensuite glamping pods on a 500 acre farm with optional hot tubs and countryside views. Dog and family friendly!
4.91 /5
Parkgate Farm Holidays
Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria
Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches.
4.93 /5
Sizergh Caravan and Camping
Kendal, Cumbria
Idyllic farm campsite nestled between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales with an onsite farm shop and cafe.
4.79 /5
Low Greenside Farm Campsite
Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Traditional, friendly site with spacious pitches, fabulous views and campfires. Central to the Lakes and Dales.
4.91 /5
High Hall Campsite
Carlisle, Cumbria
Picturesque camping and glamping on a working farm with fishing and waterside views. Nearby to the Lake District.
4.76 /5
Drybeck Farm
Carlisle, Cumbria
Peaceful camping and glamping in the Eden Valley. Wild swimming, stunning views and hot tubs too! Dog friendly.
4.62 /5
Birchbank Camping Site
Ulverston, Cumbria
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
4.78 /5
Harbour Side Caravan Site
Maryport, Cumbria
A small coastal caravan and campsite by Maryport Marina, with scenic views over the Solway Firth.
4.79 /5
Holmescales Campsite
Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria
A small site at the gateway to the Lake District with Dales close by. Onsite archery, quad biking and axe throwing.
4.61 /5
Little Acre Camping
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
Tranquil camping 2 minutes from the M6, in a rural setting for the Lakes or Dales. Just 100m from a friendly pub.
4.82 /5
Cherry Trees Farm
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria
Nestled on the edge of the Lake District National Park, family friendly camping and pods with hot tubs.
4.85 /5
Caldbeck Camping
Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria
A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.
4.95 /5
Rydal Hall Campsite
Ambleside, Cumbria
Idyllic and relaxed family and dog friendly site with tent pitches and eco pods, nestled in the Lake District.
4.84 /5
The Church House Inn
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria
An idyllic ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub on a tranquil site within the Lakes, backed by ancient woodland.
4.87 /5
Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods
Wigton, Cumbria
Ensuite pods to suit a family or couple, set on the Solway Coast and right by Hadrian's Wall.
4.94 /5
Damson View Glamping
Lyth Valley, Cumbria
Breathtaking views over the Lyth Valley and Lakeland Fells from your adult only glamping pod.
4.93 /5
Cragg Farm Camping Pods
Cockermouth, Cumbria
Three luxury camping pods set on a working family farm, just a five minute drive from Cockermouth.
4.98 /5
Kentmere Farm Pods
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria
A peaceful retreat with breathtaking views, on a traditional farm in the heart of the Lake District National Park
4.97 /5
Wigwam Holidays Sandwath Farm
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Rural, dog-friendly ensuite Wigwam pods with private patios, hot tubs and fire pits. Onsite farm shop and cafe!
4.95 /5
Howgills Hideaway
Kendal, Cumbria
Dog friendly glamping pods, bell tent and luxury holiday homes in the Dales, close to Windermere and the Lakes.
4.91 /5
Dentdale Pods
Dent, Cumbria
Luxury en-suite glamping pods with a hot tub, set on a working farm in the Yorkshire Dales. Dogs welcome.
4.92 /5
Mosedale End Farm Glamping Pod
Penrith, Cumbria
Peaceful ensuite glamping pod on a farm with great views and access to the Lake District Fells. Adult only.
4.93 /5
Hardrigg Hall Glamping
Penrith, Cumbria
Family friendly, ensuite glamping pods with panoramic countryside views. Ten minutes from the Lake District.
4.91 /5
Once Upon a Fell
New Biggin, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire
Tranquil camping and bell tent glamping on a private family farm set between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.
Highly rated
Inside Out Camping @ Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria
Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.
4.69 /5
The Hive Pod Village at Ghyll Head
Windermere, Cumbria
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windemere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
5 /5
Eden Heights Glamping
Appleby, Cumbria
Luxury glamping pods with hot tubs in the Eden Valley. Spectacular views over the Pennines and Lake District Fells.
4.73 /5
Thirlspot Farm Camping
Keswick, Cumbria
Tranquil and relaxing tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.
4.31 /5
Social District
Ulverston, Cumbria
Back to basics dog friendly camping nestled on a beautiful part of Lake Windermere with fishing onsite.
4.42 /5
Hazel Mount Fellside
Millom, Cumbria
Near wild camping on a peaceful site with views of the Duddon Estuary, at the edge of the Lake District.
4.96 /5
Estuary View Escapes
Millom, Cumbria
Small, basic motorhome stop over with panoramic views of the Duddon Estuary. Ten minutes to the Lake District.
4.88 /5
Near Howe Certificated Location
Penrith, Cumbria
Tranquil and small campervan pitches with panoramic views of the Northern Fells and dog friendly.
4.81 /5
Captain's House Campervans
Bootle Station, Millom, Cumbria
A small touring site with just five pitches, set in the south of the Lake District with beautiful sea views.
5 /5
Orchard Hideaways
Penrith, Cumbria
Pet-friendly glamping pods in an apple tree orchard on the edge of the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater.
Gill Head Farm
Penrith, Cumbria
Camping and glamping on a working farm with views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. Campfires and dogs welcome.
Thornfield Camping Cabins
Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria
Award winning en-suite glamping with optional therapeutic jet spa hot tubs.
The Old Post Office Campsite
Holmrook, Cumbria
Riverside camping and touring in the western Lakes, for family and dog friendly stays. Fishing available.
Castle Guards Farm Retreat
Cockermouth, Cumbria
Spacious en-suite pods near the Lakes with private wood-fired hot tubs! Dog-friendly options. Sleeps up to 6.
Low Moor Caravan Park
Kirkby Thore, Penrith, Cumbria
Small, family run park with pitches for tents and caravans near the Lakes. Glamping timber tent pods for hire.
Wild in Style
Eden Valley, Penrith, Cumbria
Go glamping with a bedroom in the woods and Lake District views to die for.
Crossfell Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria
Flat grass site with some shade and beautiful fell views, with Lake District walking country on the doorstep.
Crown Inn
Shap, Penrith, Cumbria
Camping pods and pitches at a village pub on the outskirts of the Lake District. Dog friendly and open year round.
Bank House Farm
Penrith, Cumbria
Small, peaceful tent camping near the C2C route and in the heart of the Eden Valley, 20 mins from the Lakes.
Noble Wood Camping
Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria
Off grid and tranquil woodland camping site for tents and tourers with electric hook-ups and dog friendly.
Town End Cottage Caravan Site Certificated Location
Laithes, Penrith, Cumbria
An immaculately kept CL site for Caravan Club members, in the peaceful surroundings of a stunning rural location.
Camping at Banks
Brampton, Cumbria
Back to basics camping and shepherd's hut a stones throw from the Hadrian's Wall national trail path.
Thacka Lea Caravan Park
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, Cumbria
Small, family friendly camping at a rugby ground, close to the Lake District National Park and Windemere.
Little Lane Campsite
Torver, Cumbria
Pop up camping site for tents only, situated in the heart of the Lake District, close to Coniston Water.
Overwater Woodlands
Wigton, Cumbria
Secluded and off-grid woodland camping for tents in the Lake District with a communal firepit and breakfast!
Pier Cottage Caravan Park
Coniston, Cumbria
A small, family run caravan park situated by Coniston Water with swimming, boating, fishing and more. Dog friendly.
Wild Wool Barn
Ennerdale, Cleator, Cumbria
Rural, peaceful setting with views of Ennerdale Water welcoming tents. Bunkhouse onsite.
Woodhead Farm Certificated Location
Penrith, Cumbria
A small site, situated on a small working farm in the Eden Valley, near Penrith and the Lake District.
Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges
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, Cumbria
Three dog friendly luxury pods with en-suite facilities, set on a farm that's right by the Lake District.
Hudscales Farm Camping Barn
Wigton, Cumbria
Traditional barn camping at the Lakeland Fells, overlooking a charming village and bordering the Lake District.
Lowside Farm
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria
Glamping pods at the foot of Blencathra and onsite camping barn for large groups. Pet friendly options available.
Metal Bridge Pods
Carlisle, Cumbria
Dog friendly pods packed with creature comforts, by a pub serving food and near a river. 15 mins from Carlisle.
