Patterdale is situated in an unbeatable location, on the bend of a river with a glorious view of Hartsop Dodd and Place Fell. Its location makes it an idea base for exploring both Helvellyn and High Street while it is only 20 minutes walk away from Ullswater Steamers.
In summer a bus stops right outside the door and year round there is a bus from Penrith to Patterdale. A perfect staging point for trips to Windermere, Ambleside and Keswick, all of which are around 20 minutes drive away.
Nearby attractions and activities
Ullswater Steamers, watersports at Glenridding, walks in the surrounding mountains.
Attractions near Patterdale Youth Hostel
Must see
- Ullswater Steamers (1.0 miles)
- Rydal Mount and Gardens (6.2 miles)
- Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum (6.4 miles)
National Trust
- Grasmere and Great Langdale (7.5 miles)
- Townend (8.5 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Activities near Patterdale Youth Hostel
Helvellyn - Nethermost Pike - High Crag - Dollywaggon Pike (0.6 miles) Walking
Glenridding - Helvellyn - Grisedale Brow - Glenridding (1.1 miles) Walking
Glenridding and Greenside Mine (1.1 miles) Walking
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We were very impressed and thoroughly enjoyed it. Well done Michael _R (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: We liked everything about the site and the arrangements. But what made it very special was how the staff at the hostel treated us. They went out of their way to make our stay comfortable and convenient. Disliked: Shower floors were very wet and there was no where to hang your clothing inside the shower. |
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We stayed for two nights camping with our dog. Peter D. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Very helpful and friendly staff. Disliked: Not allowing dogs in the reception area. |
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Beautiful view Camaro K. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: View Disliked: Gravelly car park (had scooter) should have been tarmac. Lot of rock under camping area & no specifically flat places. |
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not very impressed Pam W. (Family with older children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: cost and location scenery Disliked: lack of information on arrival - we weren't aware that we had to book breakfast in evening. |
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Excellent stay Stephen R. (Extended family, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: All the facilities were very good. The people were very friendly. Very clean site Disliked: No freezer pack facilities |
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Simple but nice place. Not directly on the lake so some walking/driving is needed. Catherine N. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Beautiful views and scenary Disliked: Staff shortage (?) meant needing to queue for a while at reception |
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good for the cost. stuart m. (Extended family, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The locatoin was good for walking and the local shpos. The staff freindly and helpful. A clean hostel,, with adequate room for the amount of people staying. If you arrive before booking in time you can still enter the hostel and use the general facilities. Disliked: The fridges for those self catering were a little small for the amount of people. the tended area was quite rough and not level. there was no booking in until 5pm it was a shame this was not mentioned on booking as I arrived at 1pm. |
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Liked: Ease of booking Disliked: litter on campsite from previous campers |
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Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch
Disabled facilities
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Rules
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Gastronomic delight
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wildlife haven
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Fishing nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Camping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitches
Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Thirlmere Coach Stop — 5.4mi
Grasmere Coach Stop — 6.4mi
Ambleside: Bus Shelter, King Street — 7.2mi
- Train stations
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Windermere Rail Station — 10.6mi
Penrith North Lakes Rail Station — 11.3mi
Staveley Rail Station — 11.7mi
- Ferry ports
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Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing — 1.0mi
Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing — 3.8mi
Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing — 6.8mi
- Airports
- Blackpool International Airport — 52.3mi
Directions
From the M6 take the turn-off at Penrith and head westbound along the A66. Take the second turn off at the roundabout, signposted Ullswater Steamers. When the road meets the lake take a right and keep driving until you enter the village of Patterdale. Patterdale Youth Hostel is located on the far side of the village.
Permitted arrival time
Daylight hours
Cancellation policy
Can cancel up to 24 hours in advance. Refunds processed at National Office, subject to 10% admin fee. Only applies to balance payment made to hostel directly.
Please note that your deposit paid to Pitchup.com is non-refundable.
Payment of balance
Full balance to be paid on arrival before tent(s) are errected.
Cards accepted on the park
MaestroMastercard
Visa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsPlease note
Only alcohol purchased on site may be drunk within the hostel grounds. Any non-hostel purchased alcohol found will be confiscated (to be given back at the end of the stay) and guest may be asked to leave.
No access to hostel facilities (except toilets) after 11pm.
Check availability at Patterdale Youth Hostel…
Pitch at the top end of Patterdale Youth Hostel's grounds, between car park and river.
Max. persons: unlimited

