Climbing nearby: Campsites in Ambleside, Cumbria
39 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Ambleside
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
The Herdwick Huts
Ambleside, Cumbria, England- Traditional shepherd’s huts at Rydal Hall in the Lake District
- Walk to Rydal Water, Rydal Mount, Grasmere and mountains from the site
- Brazier and bench outside; pub with badgers and food a short walk away
Kentmere Farm Pods
Staveley, Cumbria, England- Luxury glamping on a traditional Lakeland farm in a stunning valley
- A 10-minute drive from Staveley and 15 from Lake Windermere
- Units have ensuites, beds with linen, and a microwave and fridge
Ings Kippers Campsite and Shepherd's Hut
Windermere, Cumbria, England- Small, basic adults-only site two miles from Windermere
- Well placed for cycle paths and public transport; pub five mins' walk
- Firepit provided for each pitch; wood available to buy on site
Waterhead Coniston
Coniston, Cumbria, England- Quiet, back to basics pop-up site on the shoreline of Coniston Water
- Tarn Hows and lake cruises within walking distance
- A 10-minute walk from Coniston village; two minutes to local pub
Gilpin Mill
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Cosy single shepherd's hut for adults only in the Lake District
- A 10-minute drive from Windermere and the World of Beatrix Potter
- Ensuite shower room, barbecue, woodburner and bed linen provided
Ghyll Head
Windermere, Cumbria, England- Lake District pod village in woodland 10 minutes’ drive from Bowness
- Go Ape Grizedale 35 minutes’ drive; Predator Experience 15 minutes
- Lake Windermere views; walks and bike rides direct from the pods
Church Lane Campsite
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Peaceful back to basics Cumbria site with lovely Lake District views
- A 10-minute drive to either Kendal or Windermere
- Tree-lined grass pitch area a mile from the local village pub
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Frost Hole
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Peaceful pop-up site with stunning Lake District National Park views
- Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre 15 minutes’ drive; Windermere 20 minutes
- Showers available; pubs and shops 10 minutes’ drive
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Peacock Farm Camping
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Lake District wild-camping site 10 minutes’ drive from Kendal
- Windermere 15 minutes’ drive; Scafell Pike 50 minutes
- Dogs welcome; resident sheep and cows; five minutes’ walk from a pub
Inside Out Camping Yurts at Seatoller
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Smart, well-equipped yurts on a family-run Lake District farm
- A 10-minute drive from Derwentwater and 20 from Keswick
- Next to the Derwent river, with fab views of Borrowdale
Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Peaceful family-run farm site next to the River Derwent
- Excellent base for hikes, including Scafell and Great Gable
- Woodfired pizzas on Saturday nights, a short walk away
Social District
Newby Bridge, Cumbria, England- Dog-friendly Lake District site on the shore of Lake Windermere
- Less than five minutes' drive from activity centres and a ferry stop
- Dog park and fishing on site; campfires and barbecues permitted
Crake Valley Holiday Park
Water Yeat, Cumbria, England- Quiet family park in 16 acres of woods next to Coniston Water
- A 15-minute drive from Ulverston and 20 minutes from Windermere
- Stunning views on site and great walks in the surrounding area
Water Yeat Campsite
Water Yeat, Cumbria, England- Riverside camping next to Coniston Water in the Lake District
- A 20-minute drive to Windermere; 15 minutes to Ulverston
- Spacious pick-your-own grass pitches with mountain and fellside views
Kendal Rugby Club
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Spacious, simple pitches at a sports club 15 minutes' walk from Kendal
- On the edge of the Lake District, 20 minutes' drive from Windermere
- Access to clubhouse for bathroom facilities
Dalegarth Campsite
Boot, Cumbria, England- Pop-up site next to the River Esk in the Upper Eskdale valley
- Access to hill walking and wild swimming spots in the Lake District
- A 35-minute walk from an outdoor activity centre; pub 10 minutes
Black Beck Farm
Ulverston, Cumbria, England- Peaceful Lake District farm site 10 minutes’ drive from Ulverston
- Aquarium of the Lakes five minutes’ drive; 20 minutes to Go Ape course
- Dog-friendly glamping units 10 minutes’ walk from a real-ale pub
Black Beck Holiday Park
Bouth, Cumbria, England- Motorhome pitches in woodland a 10-minute drive from Lake Windermere
- Lakeland Motor Museum five minutes’ drive; Ulverston 15 minutes
- Playground and duck pond; sauna and hot tub; launderette; shop
Abbots Reading Farm
Ulverston, Cumbria, England- Glamping pods on a working farm in the Lake District National Park
- A 10-minute drive to the Lakes Aquarium; 20 to South Lakes Safari Zoo
- Football field and communal barn; barbecue and firepit per pod
Moss Howe Farm
Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, England- In the Cumbrian hills a couple of miles from Witherslack
- A 15-minute drive from Grange-over-Sands and 25 from Windermere
- Campfires allowed: firepits for hire and wood for sale on site
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