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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2025 On arrival, I was concerned that it was close to the road, but this wasn't a problem during our stay.
Set in stunning scenery, lovely views. Handy for walks lovely waterfalls and lakes. Pub next door to site was nice too, had a great beer garden. Handy for bus too which we got to Keswick for the day.
Toilets and showers were clean too. We enjoyed our stay.
Lovely location
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2025 Nice site but very close to the A road. Can hear cars going past however, it didn't bother us too much.
There's no O2 service for the mobile phone. However, for service, you need to walk down to the pub. The pub was very expensive hence, we only had one drink and they were quite miserable in there.
The man on the campsite is very knowledgeable about the bike rides - Thank you :-)
One night stand
Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2025 Arrived and left within 24 hours. It provided us with a base for our hike up and beyond Helvellyn. We didn't need more than an electric hook-up.
Ideal location for exploring the peaks
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2025 Small site ideal for exploring the hills, with a pub a stone's throw away to refuel and lubricate aching joints.
Toilets and showers available, some say dated, but all clean, tidy and fit for purpose. Situated by an A road, thus road noise is expected, but drowned out by focusing on the spectacular views, and snores following a strenuous day on the hill.
We will return.
Great location
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2025 Lovely, little site with everything you need. Clean toilets and showers great walks. Don't be put off by the closeness to the main road, we didn't even notice it.
Not much of a signal but we managed to watch TV off the back of the pubs Wi-Fi which is next door, with a great selection of ale and brilliant food.
Stay VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches Sep 2024 Really easy to find from the road, toilets and the washing up area was really clean.
I was booked for 2 nights but unfortunately could only stay for one. Close to lots of walks and as a lone woman, I also felt safe. Will return again.
A very convenient site for the location
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Sep 2024 An excellent place to explore the slopes of Helvellyn. A very busy working farm, that provides clean and very adequate facilities. It's one for the adventurous, who want to be out walking the hills during the day and too tired to notice traffic from the occasional car during the night. The road is busy during the day.
There is a great hotel and pub at the side of the site, for food and drinks, but make sure book as it does get busy.
I want to explore that area again, I would be more than happy to stay at this site. It had Hardstanding pitches with hook ups and came with our own water supply.
Amazing
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Sep 2024 Amazing place to stay. Some lovely views with sheep at the back of you if you like to just watch with a brew. Only issues, though not even an issue really, it is next to a main road, so may hear few vehicles go past.
Gorgeous pub next door also. Amazing camping spot, definitely recommend.
Pitch size
Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Sep 2024 I found the pitch quite a small size when you have a dog and felt a bit cramped.
Lake District camping trip
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Sep 2024 Facilities are basic but very clean, showers are nice and warm.
Campsite just off the main road, which can be noisy in the early hours.
Surrounding area is very scenic, Keswick close by and easy to access by but bus if deciding not to drive (parking can be busy in Keswick).
Pitches are ideal with power and water at hand, toilets, showers and washing up facilities a short walk from pitches.
Local Inn/bar next door ideal for an evening meal.
Superb
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Stayed only for a short weekend, but arriving was easy to navigate. Friendly owners who were very helpful.
Love a smaller scale site, plot space was good easy access to your water tap and electrics. Having pub next door was very handy after a day hiking (gets busy advised to book yourself a table) and bus stop right outside site was good for those not wanting to move the van once all set up.
Loved having the walking routes and the infinity pool from the site was wonderful. Toilets and showers basic but they were kept clean throughout the stay. What more can you ask for?
Wi-Fi not on site, and signal not the greatest, so good for those wanting to disconnect a bit but won't be good for people wanting to stay online whilst they are there. If you're eating and drinking at the pub they do have Wi-Fi you can use if needing to connect phone/watches to routes to get GPS.
Thank you for our amazing stay.
Convenient location with spacious pitches VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Although the site is next to a busy main road, it didn't negatively affect our stay.
The pitches were fairly level and spacious. The facilities were basic but functional, the shower heads are a bit low but okay.
There was a friendly atmosphere and the pub next door is very pleasant.
Helvellyn the short route
VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Perfect for the one night camper trip. Well presented and efficient, no frills but the essentials are all there. For once showers that don't wet your hanging bits and bobs.
Food and hospitality at the Kings Arms next door was fabulous
Great location
Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Lovely little site in a great location for public transport and beautiful views.
We have an elderly dog so sadly couldn't do the walks from the site, except to the pub next door 😂 Food there was excellent and staff were very friendly. Bus stops right outside the site and you can get to all the main places from here.
The site is in a main road but traffic noise doesn't really affect the stay. Toilets and showers are clean but basic. The owners were helpful and friendly and I would definitely stay again.
Nice spot
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Excellent stay, the site ticked all the boxes for us. John was happy to help with whatever we needed.
Good stay
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Nice campsite in a nice location. The facilities could do with a little upgrading but it was fine for one night. Also, the road was busy, but I guess it's the downside of a good location.
Fabulous and rustic
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Loved the campsite. We will definitely be booking again next year.
We had some vehicle issues and were possibly going to be late, gave them a call and the lady was lovely and helpful. Once we arrived at site (with the AA) the gent who booked us in was very quick to offer us help with his tractor if needed.
We waited for several hours the next morning for our recovery truck, we were late leaving site and they were really lovely about it, even going as far as running out to the main road to flag down our recovery vehicle.
The views from site are amazing and the pub right next door serves absolutely amazing dinner
Can’t wait to return with a more reliable motorhome
Stop-gap
Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Only stayed for the night, showers and toilets were very clean and tidy, the pub next door does amazing food.
Our stay
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 We had a great stay at Thirlspot, excellent facilities, brilliant location for a hike up Helvellyn and a pub in walking distance for a pint after! We would definitely recommend staying here and will be visiting again.
Relaxing
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Lovely quiet and peaceful adult only campsite. People respected the peace when on site which made it a luxury rest, especially at night.
Electric hook up for my van was simple and easy to use. Local walks and pubs were fabulous and there's a bus very close by.
I would recommend Thirlspot and will return to stay again.
Would be better with a WiFi connection
VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Would be better with WiFi as you do not get signal.
Camper review
Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 The location of the campsite was absolutely stunning with great access to local walks. The pub next door was also so lovely to have so close.
The owners were friendly and there for all questions, even helped us with our ice packs which was so helpful. Our only issue was that the pitches were right by the roadside which was busy in the day, but quieter at night.
Basic facilities but kept clean. Thanks for a lovely stay :)
Rain, rain, rain
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 We had a great few days. Shame about the weather, it never stopped raining. Very helpful owners. Will be back soon when the sun's is out.
Weekend away
Single Axle Caravan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Lovely stay at Thirlspot Farm. Really quiet, which was fabulous. Inn next door to eat, but we chose to stay on site and have a BBQ. I personally missed not having a reception on my phone, but hubby loved it and I got used to it.
Overall facilities were good and we will stay again in the future. Bonus, you didn't have to walk a mile for water (right outside the caravan) and toilets had lovely views. Thank you.
Fabulous stay
Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Aug 2024 Thank you Steve and Pam for a fantastic stay. Beautiful views, clean facilities and very accessible.
Definitely be back when we have our own van.
Diane and Steve x
