Wildlife haven: Campsites in Ambleside, Cumbria
10 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
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
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
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
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
Cockin Farm Campsite
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Family-run farm site at the foot of Whinfell Beacon
- A 25-minute drive from Windermere; 15 minutes from Kendal
- Hiking and cycling nearby and five miles from the Yorkshire Dales
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, England- Small, quiet site on a working farm with scenic views near a village
- Woodland valley with walks, bike rides and riding trails all around
- Peaceful Lake District site; no music, groups, ball games or under-15s
Croft Foot Farm
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Peaceful and luxurious Lake District glamping pods near Kendal
- Fell walks from site; 15 minutes’ drive to Lakeland Maze Farm Park
- Hot tub, barbecues and farm shop on site; pubs 15 minutes’ drive
Waterfoot Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Peaceful park with stunning views over Lake Ullswater, Lake District
- In a wildlife haven near Penrith; a 15-minute walk from Pooley Bridge
- Play area, football pitch and shop open in season
Fairy Bell Wood
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Well-equipped yurt among four acres of native woodland near Kendal
- Between Yorkshire Dales and Lake District national parks
- Wood burner, firepit, kitchen and solar panels provided
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
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
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
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
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
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
Ewe Love Camping Pods
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Luxurious Lake District glamping pods between Penrith and Keswick
- Close to the Coast to Coast cycle route; Ullswater 20 minutes' drive
- Part of a peaceful family farm with stunning views of Blencathra
Low Scarside
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Small-scale Lake District campsite with direct access to the fells
- A mile and a half from Bampton; Ullswater 20 minutes’ drive
- Surrounded by Herdwick sheep; views over Haweswater Reservoir
Newlands Valley Campsite
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Well-maintained Lake District site half a kilometre from Derwentwater
- A five-minute drive from Catbells; 15 minutes from Whinlatter Forest
- Pub with a beer garden a short walk away; adventure centre nearby
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