Hollin Head Campsite

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Great view while enjoying our morn coffee

  • Family-run hill farm campsite five minutes’ drive from Boot in Eskdale
  • West Lakes Adventure five minutes’ drive; Muncaster Castle 15 minutes
  • Lake District walks straight from the off-grid, dog-friendly pitches
When you’re after spectacular mountain views on an almost wild Lake District camping break, Hollin Head Campsite is a top contender. Set on a family-run hill farm running a flock of Herdwick sheep, the spacious pitches sit in a tree-sheltered camping meadow by the side of the burbling River Esk. There are scenic walks along the Esk from the pitches, and numerous fell and mountain hikes right from the campsite gate. If you like the sound of a pint at the end of your day, there’s a pub within five minutes’ stroll, and when foodie supplies are running low, you can stock up on pretty much everything at the local shop in Eskdale (five minutes’ drive). Well-behaved dogs are more than welcome to accompany you on your Lake District adventure, but please keep them on leads at all times while on site, due to the proximity of the sheep. Small firepits and barbecues are allowed by your pitch, just be sure to raise them off the ground to prevent the grass getting burnt. And as this peaceful, no-frills site is firmly off-grid, please note that there are no showers or electric hook-ups; simple facilities include clean portable loos, a drinking-water tap and recycling bins.

Site type

Tent pitches 10
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Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

A lot of room, flat pitches, friendly owner, great price. Lovely river…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Harvey B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: A lot of room, flat pitches, friendly owner, great price. Lovely river running alongside

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Beautiful site with helpful and friendly owner.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The campsite itself was lovely: gorgeous views and the river running right alongside. It's in really beautiful countryside with Wast water and Scafell Pike an easy drive away. Liz the owner was really friendly and helpful and gave us advice on nearby garages as we had car trouble. I also saw her helping other campers the next day who had car trouble. She came over to the campsite regularly to check on the campers and have a chat. Overall we had a lovely time and would definitely camp here again.

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Brilliant…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 4
Mantas K. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Brilliant

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Great value in a stunning setting

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Claire O. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Beautiful setting Very helpful and welcoming host

Disliked: Fellow campers playing loud music until the early hours

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From the manager: Hiya am sorry to read this about fellow campers I was down on campsite on my round around 11 pm I couldn’t hear any music , I do not allow music after 9 pm music has to be on very low you should of popped up to my house wakened me up and I would of gone down campsite made them turn it off sorry this has happened I do not tolerate nosy campers liz

Very friendly and welcoming site would be there every weekend if I…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Very friendly and welcoming site would be there every weekend if I was closer

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Great site, great views, lovely staff

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Arron H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Stayed one night by myself, met the owner who was very welcoming. Great little spot with every view you could want, woodlands, mountains, fields and rivers. Would definitely recommend as a place to stay.

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Campsite was brilliant next to river,everyone had there own space as there…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Nigel S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Campsite was brilliant next to river,everyone had there own space as there was a cap on numbers so didn't feel crowded plenty of space, liz the owner and was very helpful and regularly cleaned the toilets

Disliked: Nothing

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Great site with lovely manager and clean facilities, beautiful scenery

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Liz was really welcoming when we arrived and if we had needed anything. The toilets were very clean and there was lots of space to choose where to pitch and then between tents which was great. We had a swim in the river so no problem with not having a shower, we would definitely come again - thank you!

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Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: It's a really gorgeous camp with access to a wonderful stream. The facilities are bare bones but clearly well kept. Liz popped over and checked on the campers regularly. Although I'm new to camping I felt really comfortable there and wpuld absolutely come back!

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Absolutely love this peaceful and relaxing campsite. Me and my 4 year…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Zoe G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Absolutely love this peaceful and relaxing campsite. Me and my 4 year old stayed here for 2 nights and we wanted to stay forever! It’s in such a lovely, great location. The portaloos are the cleanest I’ve ever seen. Liz was lovely and so friendly. We are so looking forward to returning next year.

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Features

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/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Hollin Head Campsite

Hollin Head

Boot

Eskdale

Cumbria

England

CA19 1TF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.39052°N
-3.299°W

Nearest transport

Coach
12.2 mi Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage
12.2 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
13.8 mi Kelsick Road opposite Library
Rail
5 mi Ravenglass Rail Station
5.9 mi Drigg Rail Station
7.5 mi Seascale Rail Station
Ferry
9.5 mi Torver (Coniston) Ferry Landing
9.6 mi Coniston Ferry Landing
9.7 mi Waterhead Hotel (Coniston) Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Local attractions and activities include: - West Lakes Adventure (watersports): five minutes’ drive - Stanley Ghyll Waterfall: 15 minutes - Muncaster Castle: 15 minutes - Hardknott Roman Fort and Thermae: 15 minutes - Seascale Beach: 20 minutes - Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway: 20 minutes - Wastwater Alpaca Trekking: half an hour - Swinside Stone Circle: 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Seascale 7.7 mi Sea N/A Good Good Good
Silecroft 12 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Haverigg 13.9 mi Sea Poor N/A N/A N/A
St Bees 14.2 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Walney West Shore 18.7 mi Sea N/A Good Good N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 5 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 12.1 mi

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 12.1 mi

Rydal Mount and Gardens 13.3 mi

Hill Top 13.5 mi

National Trust

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 3.1 mi

Gondola' 9.5 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 9.9 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 11.6 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 12.1 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 1 mi

MUNCASTER CASTLE 4.3 mi

The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 8.4 mi

High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 8.7 mi

Langdale Valley - Bowfell - Crinkle Crags - Red Tarn - Stool End Farm - Langdale Valley 8.8 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hollin Head Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hollin Head Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hollin Head Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - West Lakes Adventure (watersports): five minutes’ drive - Stanley Ghyll Waterfall: 15 minutes - Muncaster Castle: 15 minutes - Hardknott Roman Fort and Thermae: 15 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hollin Head Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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