Ullswater Holiday Park
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- Spacious family park with spectacular views of Lake District fells
- Penrith a 20-minute drive and Lake Ullswater within a 30-minute walk
- Marina, licensed bar with TV and a games room, shop and playground
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- At least one of the party members must be aged 25 or over.
- 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).
- The games room is open between 06/03 and 02/11.
- The bar is open between 06/03 and 02/11.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- 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 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Units longer than 9 metres are not allowed.
- The bar, lounge and games room are open 4pm to 10pm Wednesday to Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday (subject to change, please check with the site). The Ullswater chip shop is open between 06 March and 02 November, 5pm - 8pm Wednesday to Sunday, closed Monday and Tuesday (subject to change, please check with the site).
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sun 1 Mar to
Open from Mon 1 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
24 
Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28
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Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32.75
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Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch (large, twin axle)
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 9m depth (81m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32.75
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The Honeybee camping pod (no pets)
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 10.3ft width × 20.2ft length
Arrival daysFrom £105
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Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite is praised for its friendly, helpful staff and clean, well-maintained facilities, including spacious pitches and a great playground. Guests enjoyed the beautiful location, onsite amenities like the chip shop and bar, and convenient access to local attractions. While some noted minor issues like patchy Wi-Fi or the occasional need for more facilities, the overall experience was overwhelmingly positive, with many recommending and planning to return.
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Last updated 30/06/2026
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facilities very clean pitch was…
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked facilities very clean pitch was slightly sloping but near to facilities which l requested being disabled overall good
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Nice site, lovely toilet block and…
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Nice site, lovely toilet block and showers. Bar, coffee shop and chippy on site.
WiFi good enoghr to stream TV in the caravan.
Disliked Tight pitches to get onto. Restricted opening days for bar and chippy. Nothing else within walking distance.
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From the manager: Thanks for your review. We’re pleased you liked the site and facilities. Although there aren’t shops nearby, there are lots of lovely walks around Ullswater if you fancy getting out and about. As for the bar and chippy, our staff do need their well‑earned time off, so opening days can vary but we always aim to offer the best service when we’re open. Thanks again for your feedback.
Site is kept tidy and clean…
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Site is kept tidy and clean . Nice big pitches shower block one of the best we have been to spotless and modern good facilities.
Disliked Nothing .
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From the manager: Thank you for your great feedback.
A great place to stay
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Friendly, well maintained and clean
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From the manager: Thank you for your feed back.
We loved staying over, such a…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked We loved staying over, such a well organised place and such a variety to set up your tent. Lovely views and everything you need.
Wifi wasn’t the strongest everywhere but that was the least of our concerns. If was about bbq, conversations and connecting with the nature time.
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From the manager: Thank you for such a lovely review. We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay, found the site well organised, and loved the variety of tent spots and beautiful views. It’s wonderful to hear you had everything you needed for a relaxing break.
We appreciate your note about the WIFI and we’re glad it didn’t get in the way of what really mattered: BBQs, good conversations, and time connecting with nature.
Hope to welcome you back again soon.
Excellent location, and essential amenities within…
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Anonymous Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Excellent location, and essential amenities within the site.
Large tent area, plenty near the park but also good distance away when you dont have kids.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed the location, the essential on‑site amenities, and the flexibility of our large tent area whether close to the park or tucked further away for a quieter stay.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon.
Great base to explore Ullswater
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch (large, twin axle)
Liked Lovely location, nice staff (contacted me direct as we were arriving out of hours. A decent sized playground suitable for all ages.
Good facilities - shop, fish n chip shop and bar.
Very clean toilet and shower facilities
Good sized pitches
Disliked Nothing really other than it would be useful to have the large squeegee in the smaller toilet/as hower block to remove excess water after showering
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed the location, facilities, and the friendliness of our team especially during your out of hours arrival. It’s great to hear the playground and amenities suited your stay, and that you found everything clean and well‑kept.
We really appreciate your suggestion about adding a large squeegee to the smaller toilet and shower block. That’s a helpful, practical idea and we’ll certainly look into it.
Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience.
Le calme, la propreté incroyable des…
Anonymous Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Le calme, la propreté incroyable des lieux, un sympathique pub sur place et un fish and chips, un lieu bien onscreen pour parcourir le nord du Lake District. Je recommande ce camping
Disliked Rien !
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Love thus site, hate the insects
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked All site facilities, especially tge bar and chippy. Toilets and showers were clean and the water hot.
Disliked Horse flies in top field. Got several significant bites first thing in the morning...suggest you wear insect repellant at all times
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Clean, open space, good facilities, not…
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch (large, twin axle)
Liked Clean, open space, good facilities, not crowded and great views
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback.
Features
Dogs 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 Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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 Dogs allowed all yearThemes
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
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Step-free or level access Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Ullswater Holiday Park
Watermillock
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA11 0LR
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.59736°N
2.87492°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allonby | 25.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Seascale | 28.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 3.3 mi
Ullswater Steamers 4.6 mi
The Rheged Centre 5.1 mi
Castlerigg Stone Circle 9 mi
Rydal Mount and Gardens 11.2 mi
National Trust
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 11.6 mi
Grasmere and Great Langdale 12.5 mi
Townend 13 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 14.5 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 16.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Howtown - Patterdale - Glenridding 1.9 mi
Howtown - Hallin Fell - Sandwick via Steamer 1.9 mi
Howtown - Rampsgill Head - Angletarn Pikes - Howtown 2 mi
Pooley Bridge and Heughscar Hill 2.4 mi
Pooley Bridge - Loadpot Hill - Howtown - Pooley Bridge 2.4 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Penrith, Cumbria 6.4 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 Ullswater Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ullswater Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ullswater Holiday Park? The Lake District doesn’t skimp on swish sights and attractions, and many of the best things to see and do in the national park – from bushcraft and watersports to golf and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Ullswater Holiday Park?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Ullswater Holiday Park? From £28 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.