Gill Head Farm
View prices & book- 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
Site type
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 3 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Minimum spacing of 4 metres between pitches.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Roof tents, trailer tents and campervans are only permitted on the gravel pitches.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 22 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass tent pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £27.30 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 5.0m width x 10.0m depth (16.4ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 50.0m² (538.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £27.30 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 6.0m depth (16.4ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 30.0m² (322.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £27.30 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookCamping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 3.5m width x 2.6m length (11.6ft width x 8.6ft length) Calculated area: 9.3m² (99.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £63 1 night, 2 adults
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4 people maximum Dimensions: 3.5m width x 2.6m length (11.6ft width x 8.6ft length) Calculated area: 9.3m² (99.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £70 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookKipper cabin
2 people maximum Dimensions: 4.3m width x 4.6m length (14.0ft width x 15.0ft length) Calculated area: 19.5m² (210.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £73 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
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Excellent site, very clean facilities.
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Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked: Good level pitch. Very clean facilities. Beautiful surroundings. Very useful cabin with tables & chairs and sofas. Also microwave, kettles and toaster. Close to plenty of places to visit. Aira Force is definitely with a visit.
Disliked: We were there over a bank holiday weekend so the site was very busy and understandably the facilities were a bit stretched. Also our hook up plug was a long way from the pitch - a bit of a stretch.
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Brilliant friendly and clean campsite in the northern lakes
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Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked: The pitch was extremely spacious and the campsite was well laid out with toilets, washing facilities and the communal kitchen all within a minute walk. Also was very quiet and easy to find.
Disliked: Nothing
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Friendly staff, immaculate facilities
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Kipper cabin
Liked: We had a fantastic restful time at kipper cabin. It was spotless, everything you need to escape the hustle and bustle. We will be returning every year on more than one occasion. Highly recommended.
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This place is amazing with breathtaking views. Staff and the owner are…
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Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked: This place is amazing with breathtaking views. Staff and the owner are extremely friendly and helpful. Facilities are very clean there is also a fridge and a freezer in the communal area to keep your food. There are also microwaves and kettles in there.
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Beautiful location
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked: Beautiful camp site, great views, clean and service was very welcoming. Very peaceful
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Location was perfect shower and toilets were clean and tidy communal area…
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Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked: Location was perfect shower and toilets were clean and tidy communal area was a nice added extra to a campsite. All in all very happy with my stay and will use the site again in the future.
Disliked: Only downside was the reception wasn't manned throughout the day for the use of the shop on site.
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Great facilities, great location, clean and well maintained…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Great facilities, great location, clean and well maintained
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Friendly chilled out site for tents
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked: The Riverside spot was quiet, had a tap and toilet facilities, very chilled and beautiful surroundings! If you walk further down the lane there are nice views of the stream and gully. The member of staff who greeted us was very welcoming and helpful too
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Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked: Clean and quiet, unlimited hot showers, sheltered wash up and cooking area, large pitches
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Perfect location for exploring the Lakes.
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Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked: The space and amenities at each pitch. Hot, clean showers after a long day walking. Friendly reception staff. The on site waterfall and pool to cool off in. Far enough away to be surrounded by scenery but easy access to keswick and Ullswater The views of the mountains, changing hour by hour. Beautiful
Disliked: Nothing. Which is why we return.
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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
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
Gill Head Farm
Troutbeck
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA11 0ST
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.6334°N
-2.96195°W
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 |
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Allonby | 21 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Seascale | 26.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
St Bees | 27.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 5.8 mi
Castlerigg Stone Circle 5.9 mi
Ullswater Steamers 6.2 mi
The Rheged Centre 7.2 mi
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 9.1 mi
National Trust
Grasmere and Great Langdale 13.7 mi
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 14.5 mi
Townend 15.5 mi
Wordsworth House and Garden 16.4 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 17 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Blencathra Classic - Sharp Edge and Narrow Edge 2.3 mi
Mungrisdale - Bannerdale Crags 2.3 mi
Threlkeld - Blencathra - Sharp Edge - Scales - Threlkeld 3.9 mi
Threlkeld, Westcoe and Keswick Railway 3.9 mi
Aira Force - Dockray - Dowthwaitehead - Aira Force 4.5 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 1 August 2024 – Thursday 1 August 2024)
Penrith, Cumbria 10.1 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.
Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?
- 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. - How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From £27.30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.