The Willows
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- Touring site with stunning fell views 10 minutes’ drive from Keswick
- In the Lake District National Park; Walla Crag 10 minutes’ drive
- Basic pitches with modern showers; shop and pub 10 minutes’ walk
With a spectacular backdrop of lakeland fells such as Blencathra, Skiddaw and Latrigg, The Willows is a gorgeous spot for touring or campervan holidays in the Lake District National Park. Set just outside the village of Braithwaite (five minutes’ drive) and easily accessed from the A66, this farm site is also 10 minutes’ drive from the cafés and galleries of Keswick.
On site, you can buy essentials such as free-range eggs, fresh milk, butter and a selection of dairy produce too. Most other basics (and stuff for barbecues) can be found at the local shop (10 minutes’ walk), which is open seven days a week. There’s a pub and tearoom in Braithwaite too.
The rural setting of The Willows combines with modern amenities in the wooden shower block to make your stay both effortless and peaceful. Dogs and kids are more than welcome, and you can all stretch your legs (or paws) on walking trails right from the pitches. Please just keep your dogs on leads around the site as there are farm animals in the vicinity.
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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).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower 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.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 14 Jan to
Wifi at the unit/pitch
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
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
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Well-lit pathNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Willows
Braithwaite New Farm
Braithwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
England
CA12 5RY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.60734°N
3.18531°W
Nearest transport
Coach1.8 mi Bus Station
8.2 mi Gallowbarrow
8.2 mi Fairfield Junior School
Rail12 mi Aspatria Rail Station
14.3 mi Maryport Rail Station
14.6 mi Flimby Rail Station
Ferry1.5 mi Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
2 mi Keswick Ferry Landing
2.1 mi Hawes End Derwentwater Ferry Landing
AirportPlease 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:
- Walks and bikes rides: direct from the site
- Bassenthwaite Lake (shoreline hikes): five minutes’ drive
- Bike hire: 10 minutes
- Keswick (shops, bus and galleries): 10 minutes
- Walla Crag (hiking with lake views): 10 minutes
- Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum (heritage railway): 15 minutes
- Moss Force Waterfall: 20 minutes
- Honister Slate Mine (guided tours): half an hour.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allonby | 14.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Bees | 18.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seascale | 19.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Southerness | 24.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Silecroft | 27.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 0.6 mi
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 2.5 mi
Castlerigg Stone Circle 3.5 mi
Ullswater Steamers 10.6 mi
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 12.5 mi
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 8.3 mi
Grasmere and Great Langdale 13.4 mi
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 14.3 mi
Buttermere and Ennerdale 14.7 mi
Coniston and Tarn Hows 16.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Braithwaite - Grisedale Pike - Hopegill Head - Sand Hill 0.5 mi
Braithwaite, Stair and Newlands Beck 0.5 mi
Newlands Valley 1.2 mi
Keswick - Portinscale - Mill Beck - Applethwaite 1.8 mi
Keswick - Castlerigg Stone Circle 1.8 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, Cumbria 18.8 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Willows have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Willows dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Willows? Local attractions and activities include: - Walks and bikes rides: direct from the site - Bassenthwaite Lake (shoreline hikes): five minutes’ drive - Bike hire: 10 minutes - Keswick (shops, bus and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Willows?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Willows? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.