Church Lane Campsite
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- 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
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 12 Jun to
Reviews
95% would recommend this site to a friend
95% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a friendly, back-to-basics campsite with a peaceful rural atmosphere, offering stunning views close to Windermere. Visitors praise the immaculately clean portaloos and showers, and the helpful, welcoming staff. While some note the basic facilities and occasional boggy entrance after rain, the spacious pitches, excellent value, and idyllic location make it a highly recommended spot for a relaxed stay.
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Basic but perfect Pitch options where anywhere you felt suitable, not marked…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Basic but perfect
Pitch options where anywhere you felt suitable, not marked out, but given the terrain is very jelly it limits to the outskirt parameters of each field really.
Facilities are clean and although basic were perfect, showers were hot and the toilets clean albeit portaloos
Disliked There are 4 portaloos would be nice to have gendered them off so 2x female 2x male
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Friendly, no-fuss campsite in a great spot with amazing hosts.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Stayed here in our new Tentbox and couldn’t have picked a better spot. Church Lane Campsite is perfectly located between Kendal and Windermere, offering a simple, back-to-basics setup—just what we were after: pitch up, get a good night’s sleep, and grab a hot shower in the morning.
The site delivered exactly that, and more. When our car wouldn’t start as we were leaving, the owner, Rob, came down to help without hesitation. He stayed with us for a while, kept us company, and even drove us into the nearest village for food and drinks. I left thinking what a genuinely kind person he is—and the same goes for his two sons, who were equally friendly and down-to-earth.
Thanks again for the great hospitality.
(P.S. Turns out the battery was flat—we must’ve left something on. The mechanic thinks the jump leads were just connected the wrong way!)
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I'd definitely come back, great for Kendal or Windermere
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The Staff were great, so helpful getting you pitched up, he explained everything, the site was nice quite, some sloped ground but you can get a level pitch if early.
Hot shower
Disliked It could have been me to study the map better, but the postcode took you to the farm, there is a sign to correct you, but maybe a better postcode or What Three Words to get you to the camp gates. Could improve recycling bins as was a bit confusing, and others had mixed the bins up
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From the manager: Thank you for such a lovely review! It was great to have you, and we're really glad you enjoyed your stay.
Just a note on the directions - we do provide a What Three Words in the booking email, which pinpoints to the entrance gate. Unfortunately Pitchup forces us to use our farmhouse postcode as the official address which is a couple of mins drive away. We'll copy and paste the information below for anyone reading:
'What3words: unlucky.ditching.twinkled. The site is on Back Lane. Please do not follow your satnav to LA8 8LQ, as this will take you to the farmhouse. From Crook Road, take the exit at St Catherine's Church. The site entrance is approximately 600 metres from the end of the road on the right-hand side.'
Thank you for your feedback on the bins - we make sure everything is sorted when we collect it. Into recyclables and general waste.
Very best wishes,
Church Lane Campsite
Excellent site!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Staff were very lovely and helpful! Very easy to get to with great instructions on how to get there and amazing camp site! Facilities were very accessible and very clean- we will definitely be returning!
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Fantastic campsite!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Fantastic campsite! Beautiful rural spot, lovely clean facilities, well located and brilliant and super helpful hosts!
Disliked Nothing - everything was perfect.
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Nice showers Assistance on arrival Bag for rubbish provided Lots of space…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Nice showers
Assistance on arrival
Bag for rubbish provided
Lots of space
Disliked Some of field on slope - sliding down the tent!
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affordable, authentic, and a throwback to simpler camping days.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked A Glorious Brow to Kneel Down To…
Nestled at the top of Sunny Brow Farm, Church Lane Campsite felt like a quiet prayer answered for campers like us who seek simplicity, serenity, and starry skies. As the sun crested the brow of the hill each morning, it bathed the field in golden light.
This site is a minimalist’s dream: a peaceful field with just the essentials—clean toilets, water, and bins—without the clutter of overbuilt structures or artificial lighting. At night, the darkness was complete and comforting, perfect for stargazing or enjoying the glow of a campfire (yes, fires are allowed!).
The views were exceptional, stretching across the countryside in every direction, and the staff were genuinely lovely—friendly, helpful, and constantly checking in to keep the facilities spotless. It’s rare to see such care taken with such a simple setup.
But the real miracle? The price. In a time when many campsites are cashing in on camping’s popularity.
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Sensational
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Clean, spacious site, nice facilities and they really went out of their way to make it an amazing stay.
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Excellent site to take my family for the first time
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Good area, close to Windermere, not very busy
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Excellent site, friendly staff
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The staff were very friendly and came over for a chat after we set up
Disliked The campsite was on a little bit of an incline where we were pitched
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Features
No dogs allowed
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Church Lane Campsite
Sunny Brow Farm
Crook
Kendal
Cumbria
England
LA8 8LQ
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.34529°N
2.85229°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Morecambe North | 18.5 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
Morecambe South | 18.9 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Haverigg | 20.7 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Silecroft | 21.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Walney West Shore | 23 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 2.8 mi
The World of Beatrix Potter 3 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 3.1 mi
Hill Top 4.8 mi
Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 5.3 mi
National Trust
Windermere and Troutbeck 3.9 mi
Hill Top 4.8 mi
Townend 5.1 mi
Sizergh Castle and Garden 5.3 mi
Fell Foot Park 6.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Winster circular 2.1 mi
Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 2.7 mi
BLACKWELL 2.8 mi
Scout Scar - Helsington 3 mi
Bowness - Winster Valley 3.1 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, Cumbria 18.7 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 Church Lane Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Church Lane Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Church Lane Campsite? If you’re here to explore the attractions of the Lake District National Park, there’s surely no better place to start than Windermere (10 minutes’ drive) – it is, after all, England’s largest … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Church Lane Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Church Lane Campsite? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.