
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.
68 small campsites in Cumbria & Lake District
Kestrel Lodge Campsite
Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria
67 reviews
99%
would recommend
Peaceful, small and quiet campsite in the Lake District, just below Skiddaw. Only 15 minutes to Keswick.
Little Acre Holiday Park
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
771 reviews
98%
would recommend
Family run touring park with modern facilities by the Lancaster Canal. Easy access to the M6, the Lakes and Dales.
Birchbank Camping Site
Ulverston, Cumbria
170 reviews
96%
would recommend
A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.
Parkgate Farm Holidays
Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria
81 reviews
99%
would recommend
Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches too.
Low Greenside Farm Campsite
Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
106 reviews
97%
would recommend
Peaceful, friendly site with large pitches, scenic views and campfires. Central to the Lakes and Dales.
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Little Acre Camping
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
231 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful site two minutes from the M6, great for the Lakes or Dales. Just a five minute walk from a pub.
Harbour Side Caravan Site
Maryport, Cumbria
105 reviews
94%
would recommend
A small coastal caravan and campsite by Maryport Marina, with scenic views over the Solway Firth.
Holmescales Campsite
Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria
67 reviews
93%
would recommend
A small site at the gateway to the Lake District with Dales close by. Onsite archery, quad biking and axe throwing.
Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Back to basics, tent and touring site set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Just 30 minutes from Lake District.
Cherry Trees Farm
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria
74 reviews
96%
would recommend
Nestled on the edge of the Lake District National Park, family friendly camping and pods with hot tubs.
High Hall Campsite
Carlisle, Cumbria
21 reviews
100%
would recommend
Picturesque camping and glamping on a working farm with fishing and waterside views. Nearby to the Lake District.
Caldbeck Camping
Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria
45 reviews
98%
would recommend
A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.
Drybeck Farm
Carlisle, Cumbria
49 reviews
90%
would recommend
Peaceful camping and glamping in the Eden Valley. Wild swimming, stunning views and hot tubs too! Dog friendly.
Rydal Hall Campsite
Ambleside, Cumbria
83 reviews
96%
would recommend
Relaxed family and dog friendly site nestled in the Lake District, five minutes to Windermere. Onsite tea shop too!
Kentmere Farm Pods
Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria
29 reviews
97%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pods with great views. On a farm in the heart of the Lake District, 15 minutes from Windermere.
Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods
Wigton, Cumbria
42 reviews
98%
would recommend
Ensuite adult and family friendly glamping pods with hot tubs. Set on the Solway Coast, right by Hadrian's Wall.
The Church House Inn
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria
78 reviews
94%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub within the Lake District. By ancient woodland, five minutes to Coniston Water.
Low Greenlands Holiday Park
Carnforth, Lancashire
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Tranquil family friendly site close to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Just 20 minutes to Morecambe Bay!
Damson View Glamping
Lyth Valley, Cumbria
37 reviews
100%
would recommend
Ensuite, adult only glamping pods with views over the Lyth Valley. In the Lake District, 15 minutes to Windermere!
Sizergh Caravan and Camping
Kendal, Cumbria
59 reviews
95%
would recommend
Idyllic farm campsite nestled between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales with an onsite farm shop and cafe.
Cragg Farm Camping Pods
Cockermouth, Cumbria
42 reviews
98%
would recommend
Three luxury glamping pods set on a working family farm, just a five minute drive from Cockermouth.
Hardrigg Hall Glamping
Penrith, Cumbria
32 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family friendly, ensuite glamping pods with panoramic countryside views. Ten minutes from the Lake District.
Troutbeck Head Experience Freedom Glamping
Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria
8 reviews
100%
would recommend
Modern glamping in Penrith with scenic views across the Lake District peaks. Ten minutes to Ullswater and a pub!
Carrock Glamping Pods
Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria
42 reviews
100%
would recommend
Luxury adult only ensuite pods with hot tubs. Set at the foot of Carrock Fell in the Lake District National Park.
The Hive Pod Village at Ghyll Head
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
17 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windermere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Inside Out Camping @ Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Cosy yurts set on a farm, deep in the heart of the Lake District, close to Keswick and Derwentwater.
Metal Bridge Pods
Carlisle, Cumbria
17 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly pods with an onsite pub that overlooks the River Esk. 20 minutes from Carlisle too.
Dentdale Pods
Dent, Cumbria
18 reviews
89%
would recommend
Luxury ensuite glamping pods with a hot tub, set on a working farm in the Yorkshire Dales. Dogs welcome.
Gillcumber Glamping Pods
Winton, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
3 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, farm site with ensuite pods and optional hot tubs. In the Eden Valley, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales!
Thirlspot Farm Camping
Keswick, Cumbria
173 reviews
88%
would recommend
Relaxed tourer site set at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm. Dog friendly.
Hazel Mount Fellside
Millom, Cumbria
9 reviews
100%
would recommend
Near wild camping on a peaceful site with views of the Duddon Estuary, at the edge of the Lake District.
The Pods by the Stream at Flakebridge Farm
Tebay, Cumbria
Ensuite glamping pods with hot tubs and fire pits included. In the Dales, 25 minutes to the Lake District!
Howgills Hideaway
Kendal, Cumbria
22 reviews
95%
would recommend
Dog friendly glamping pods, bell tent and luxury holiday homes in the Dales, close to Windermere and the Lakes.
Mosedale End Farm Glamping Pod
Penrith, Cumbria
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
This enchanting, dreamy Glamping Pod experience promises relaxation, romance, and unforgettable memories.
Social District
Ulverston, Cumbria
31 reviews
87%
would recommend
Back to basics dog friendly camping nestled on a beautiful part of Lake Windermere with fishing onsite.
Captain's House Campervans
Bootle Station, Millom, Cumbria
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
A small touring site with just five pitches, set in the south of the Lake District with beautiful sea views.
Eden Heights Glamping
Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria
13 reviews
92%
would recommend
Luxury glamping pods with hot tubs in the Eden Valley. Spectacular views over the Pennines and Lake District Fells.
Estuary View Escapes
Millom, Cumbria
36 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, basic motorhome stop over with panoramic views of the Duddon Estuary. Ten minutes to the Lake District.
Near Howe Certificated Location
Penrith, Cumbria
33 reviews
97%
would recommend
Tranquil and small campervan pitches with panoramic views of the Northern Fells and dog friendly.
Orchard Hideaways
Penrith, Cumbria
4 reviews
100%
would recommend
Pet-friendly glamping pods in an apple tree orchard on the edge of the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater.
Wild Wool Barn
Ennerdale, Cleator, Cumbria
10 reviews
70%
would recommend
Rural, peaceful setting with views of Ennerdale Water welcoming tents. Bunkhouse onsite.
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Gill Head Farm
Penrith, Cumbria
Camping and glamping on a working farm with views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. Campfires and dogs welcome.
Noble Wood Camping
Lindale, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria
Off grid and tranquil adult-only woodland camping site for tents and tourers, with electric hook-ups. Dog friendly.
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.
The Old Post Office Campsite
Holmrook, Cumbria
Riverside camping and touring in the western Lakes, for family and dog friendly stays. Fishing available.
Coniston Sports and Social Centre
Coniston, Cumbria
In the heart of the Lake District, a peaceful campsite with stunning views. A five minute walk to the village.
Castle Guards Farm Retreat
Cockermouth, Cumbria
Spacious ensuite pods near the Lakes with private wood-fired hot tubs! Dog-friendly options. Sleeps up to 6.
Thornfield Camping Cabins
Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria
Award winning ensuite glamping with optional therapeutic jet spa hot tubs.
Low Moor Caravan Park
Kirkby Thore, Penrith, Cumbria
Small family run site in the Eden Valley near Penrith. Pitches for caravans, touring pitches, tents and pods.
Wild in Style
Eden Valley, Penrith, Cumbria
Go glamping with a bedroom in the woods and Lake District views to die for.
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.
Camping at Banks
Brampton, Cumbria
Back to basics camping and shepherd's hut a stones throw from the Hadrian's Wall national trail path.
Pier Cottage Caravan Park
Coniston, Cumbria
A small, family run caravan park situated by Coniston Water with swimming, boating, fishing and more. 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.
Woodhead Farm Caravan Site & Certificated Location
Penrith, Cumbria
A small 12 pitch private site and a CAMC CL site, situated on a small farm near Penrith and the Lake District.
Thacka Lea Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria
A small touring site, ten minutes from the Lake District, and 15 minutes from the North Pennines! Dog friendly.
Garrigill Village Hall Campsite and Bunkroom
Alston, Cumbria
Riverside campsite, welcoming large groups and located directly on the Pennine Way and C2C cycle route.
Kendal Rugby Club
Kendal, Cumbria
Small, family friendly camping at a rugby ground, close to the Lake District National Park and Windemere.
Crossfell Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria
Flat grass site with some shade and beautiful fell views, with Lake District walking country on the doorstep.
Overwater Woodlands
Wigton, Cumbria
Secluded and off-grid woodland camping for tents in the Lake District with a communal firepit and breakfast!