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Gill Head Farm: Exterior

General

  • Working hill farm in the north of the Lake District National Park
  • A 15-minute drive from Keswick and Penrith; 10 minutes from Ullswater
  • Stunning views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells

Check out those views… family-run Gill Head Farm is a scenic place indeed, with a backdrop of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. And it’s a cinch to get to as well – this site on the banks of Trout Beck is less than a mile from the A66, so you can get your fix of proper rural time without having to navigate miles of winding lanes.

It’s often said that visitors to the Lake District National Park are spoilt for choice when it comes to activities – and that’s certainly true at this Cumbria site. Days of hikes, horse riding, watersports, climbing, visiting historic houses and wild swimming are among the many options around here. If you don’t know where to start, have a chat with the owners – as outdoorsy folk themselves they’re happy to help plan your adventures and offer up local tips.

Whatever you get up to by day, it also must be noted that those views make a great setting for an evening by the campfire – handily, there are firepits to hire on site, and bags of logs and kindling for sale. What if it’s not campfire weather? Retreat to the indoor communal area which has comfy seating, a dining area and a little kitchen area (with microwaves, kettles, a fridge and a freezer) – or take the 15-minute walk to the local pub.

To stock up on food for your barbecues/picnics there are plenty of shops in Penrith and Keswick, both 15 minutes’ drive away (or get to Keswick on the bus). Back at base, facilities include a laundry room and a shower/toilet block that was done up in 2019 to offer spacious and clean amenities.

Please note that group bookings are strictly not allowed at Gill Head Farm. Due to the rural location, the wifi also does not cover the whole site and is limited to a hotspot in the communal room.

Please note

No electric barbecues allowed.

This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.

Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.

Group bookings of 3 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Minimum spacing of 4 metres between pitches.

Roof tents, trailer tents and campervans are only permitted on the gravel pitches.


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Reviews

9.6

Overall rating based on 1182 reviews

 

97% would recommend this site to a friend.

96% would stay here again.

  75% described as Spectacular scenery ?

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Will definitely return to this lovely campsite 🏕️25/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomJoanna T.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
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    Absolutely loved this campsite! Very clean site and amenities; hot hot refreshing shower to soothe those aching muscles, nice ground to pitch on; dry, flat and clean, stunning views of Blencathra and surrounding fells; waking up to such a view just made my first solo camp all worth it! Loads of space to choose from, there’s also a communal hut with snacks and drinks if you fancy mingling, but if not the site has quiet time between 10pm and 8am (I think) which is just perfect, as it was lovely and quiet for me to wind down after a day on the fells, perfect; will definitely return to this campsite! Thank you 😊

    Disliked: 

    Nothing! 👍

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Fab short stay! Beautiful views!24/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomCharotte F.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Electric optional grass tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Facilities were spotless, pitches were maintained . Gorgeous site!

    Disliked: 

    None

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Highly recommend25/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomMarta B.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Electric optional grass tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    That’s my favourite site. Peaceful as always. Amazing walking trials nearby.

    Disliked: 

    Muddy pitch but the weather was not great.

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Excellent site with plenty of facilities - clean modern toilet …23/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomNeil S.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
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    Excellent site with plenty of facilities - clean modern toilet / shower block , communal room with TV, covered washing and cooking areas, flat pitches . Great place to base from to explore the Lakes

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Loved everything about this site. Very helpful owners. Site is …20/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomMark H.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Electric optional grass tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Loved everything about this site. Very helpful owners. Site is very clean in all places.the views are absolutely beautiful.

    Disliked: 

    None.

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Though the weather was awful, the site was lovely.18/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousMobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Non-electric grass tent pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Warm and cozy cabin with plentiful plug sockets to wait out the rain.

    Disliked: 

    The bugs that haunt the roofs of the toilets.

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Lovely quiet site... despite its relatively large size. Very well …18/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomTracy c.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
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    Lovely quiet site... despite its relatively large size. Very well designed....Staff were very helpful, met our request for a quiet campervan pitch due to having a reactive rescue dog.

    Very clean

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Clean and friendly and alot of room in pod for …17/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomEdwin T.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Camping pod (no pets)
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    Clean and friendly and alot of room in pod for 2

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Amazing site!16/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousMobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
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    Bathroom facilities - options, cleanliness. Cooking and washing up facilities. Location. Friendliness. The peace and tranquility. The view!

    Disliked: 

    Nothing

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Nice clean site with plenty of amenities23/09/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousMobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
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    Nice clean site with plenty of amenities

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Features

Coronavirus

Capacity reduced to increase social distancing

Check-in: contactless (in person)

Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided

Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning

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

Disabled facilities

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

Rallies welcome

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal freezer

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

Location

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  • Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria, England, CA11 0ST
  • Timezone Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)   GPS 54.6334°N 2.9620°W

Nearest transport

Coach stations
Bus Station — 7.6 miles
Rail Station — 8.4 miles
Lakeside House for Dove Cottage — 12.6 miles
Train stations
Penrith North Lakes Rail Station — 8.4 miles
Langwathby Rail Station — 12.7 miles
Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station — 13.1 miles
Ferry ports
Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing — 5.6 miles
Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing — 5.8 miles
Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing — 6.2 miles
Airports
Newcastle International Airport — 57.2 miles

Directions


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

Ullswater is the nearest of the lakes at 10 minutes’ drive away, so that’s as good a place to start as any – stop by at Aira Force waterfall on your way down there, then get down to the lake itself for waterside walks, steamer cruises and various watersports – or even a wild swim if you’re feeling brave.

Over on the banks of Derwentwater, Keswick (15 minutes’ drive) is another good place to explore, with a brewery, The Puzzling Place and the Derwent Pencil Museum as well as boat trips and paddleboards to hire.

Walkers of all varieties have much to choose from around here, from gentle lakeside wanders to uphill scrambles at Blencathra and Helvellyn, both of which are close by. The folk on the farm are happy to suggest routes to suit – or point you towards the likes of Dalemain Mansion (15 minutes), Mirehouse & Gardens (20 minutes) or Lowther Castle (25 minutes) for stately-home strolls.

Must see

  • Dalemain Historic House & Gardens (5.8 miles)
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle (5.9 miles)
  • Ullswater Steamers (6.2 miles)

National Trust

  • Grasmere and Great Langdale (13.7 miles)
  • Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill (14.5 miles)

Cycle routes

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

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

Policies

Permitted arrival/departure time

Camping and touring
Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
On-site accommodation
Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
Depart by:  10:30 a.m.

Gill Head Farm cancellation policy

No refunds within 10 days of arrival date.

Modifications are subject to a £10.00 fee.

Bookings cannot be amended within 5 day(s) of arrival.

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Refunds within the indicated cancellation period are only possible if the site is able to relet your unit/pitch.

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.

Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.

Payment

A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Gill Head Farm will debit the balance from your card 10 days before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 10 days then the balance will be taken immediately.

You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.

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Terms and conditions

Site booking terms and conditions

  • Does Gill Head Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Gill Head Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Gill Head Farm? Ullswater is the nearest of the lakes at 10 minutes’ drive away, so that’s as good a place to start as any – stop by at Aira Force waterfall on your way … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Gill Head Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From £26 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability

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