Woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District
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Woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District

What better way to escape the stress of day-to-day life than camping in the woods, surrounded by ancient trees and thriving wildlife? Enjoy days out to Lake Windemere, hiking Scafell Pike or discovering the world of Beatrix Potter. Our woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District provide an idyllic base for days of adventures!

36 woodland and forest campsites in the Lake District

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Fisherground Campsite, Holmrook, CumbriaFisherground Campsite, Holmrook, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Fisherground Campsite

Holmrook, Cumbria

Family friendly camping in the heart of Eskdale. Ideal base for walkers.

Skelwith Fold Caravan Park, Ambleside, CumbriaSkelwith Fold Caravan Park, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Skelwith Fold Caravan Park

Ambleside, Cumbria

Tucked beside the Lake District Natural Park, a charming glamping and camping site surrounded by wildlife.

Castle Guards Farm Retreat, Cockermouth, CumbriaCastle Guards Farm Retreat, Cockermouth, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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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.

Hollins Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, LancashireHollins Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, LancashirePlaceholder image
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Hollins Farm

Silverdale, Carnforth, Lancashire

Set on a working farm amongst woodland and countryside. Access to nearby site with swimming complex and bowling!

Bank House Farm, Penrith, CumbriaBank House Farm, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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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.

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Hill of Oaks Park, Windermere, CumbriaHill of Oaks Park, Windermere, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Hill of Oaks Park

Windermere, Cumbria

Nestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks boasts exclusive lake Windermere frontage.

Overwater Woodlands, Wigton, CumbriaOverwater Woodlands, Wigton, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Overwater Woodlands

Wigton, Cumbria

Secluded and off-grid woodland camping for tents in the Lake District with a communal firepit and breakfast!

Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges, Ulverston, CumbriaAbbots Reading Farm Octolodges, Ulverston, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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A small, idyllic glampsite on a working farm in the Lake Distict National Park close to Coniston and windermere.

Great Langdale Bunkhouse, Great Langdale, Ambleside, CumbriaGreat Langdale Bunkhouse, Great Langdale, Ambleside, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Great Langdale Bunkhouse

Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria

Simple, clean, warm and welcoming accommodation for walkers, runners and climbers in the Lake District.

Lowside Farm, Troutbeck, Penrith, CumbriaLowside Farm, Troutbeck, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Lowside Farm

Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria

Glamping pods at the foot of Blencathra and onsite camping barn for large groups. Pet friendly options available.

Fell End Holiday Park, Hale, Milnthorpe, CumbriaFell End Holiday Park, Hale, Milnthorpe, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Fell End Holiday Park

Hale, Milnthorpe, Cumbria

A 5-star woodland retreat holiday park, located in the Arnside and Silverdale AONB in the Southern Lake District.

Blakebeck Camping Barn, Mungrisdale, CumbriaBlakebeck Camping Barn, Mungrisdale, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Blakebeck Camping Barn

Mungrisdale, Cumbria

Camping barn on a small farm at the foot of Souther Fell, just outside Mungrisdale and on the C2C cycle route.

Fairy Bell Wood, Kendal, CumbriaFairy Bell Wood, Kendal, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Fairy Bell Wood

Kendal, Cumbria

Off-grid glamping in a Spanish yurt hidden amongst acres of idyllic woodland, overlooking the Lakeland Fells.

Kelker Well Roundhouse, Newbiggin, Carnforth, CumbriaKelker Well Roundhouse, Newbiggin, Carnforth, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Kelker Well Roundhouse

Newbiggin, Carnforth, Cumbria

Quirky off-grid roundhouse accommodation on a farm by the Lake District for up to 4 people. Includes hot tub.

Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park, Newby Bridge, CumbriaNewby Bridge Country Caravan Park, Newby Bridge, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Dog friendly self-catering accommodation and holiday homes near the southern shores of Windermere, Lake District.

St Johns-in-the-Vale Camping Barn, Keswick, CumbriaSt Johns-in-the-Vale Camping Barn, Keswick, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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A solid, cosy camping barn in the depths of the Lake District close to beautiful Keswick and Thirlmere.

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