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 bar is open between 06/03 and 02/11.
- The games room 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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 offers excellent clean facilities, including modern showers and toilets, with many guests praising the friendly and helpful staff. The location is ideal for exploring Ullswater and surrounding fells, with useful on-site amenities like a shop and popular fish and chip shop. Pitches are generally spacious and well-maintained, although some guests mentioned occasional noise, the need for better lighting, and limited bus services during weekdays. Manager responses indicate efforts to address concerns like pitch levelling and shower facility improvements.
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Lovely site we will definitely return.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Spacious pitches plenty of choice. Site was quiet all staff were lovely from reception to the bar.
Disliked Only two toilets near by if your non electric hook up but the next block is a short walk away.
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Definitely will be coming back
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Great pitches. Shower block is immaculate.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review!
Lovely staff! Easy check in.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely staff! Easy check in. Well stocked shop. Fish n chips on site. Great location :) lovely views. Plenty of hot water for a shower after days on the hills.
Disliked People breaking rules: campfires not allowed but plenty of people were having them. Dogs should be on a leash, though dogs were running about into the fields full of lambs. Smell of cannabis in the air. Could do with patrols of an evening to keep people in check :)
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From the manager: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the friendly staff, easy check‑in, well‑stocked shop, hot showers and of course the views, it’s lovely to know those parts of your stay hit the mark.
We’re equally grateful that you highlighted the issues you experienced. You’re absolutely right: open fires, off‑lead dogs in livestock areas, and any kind of rule‑breaking shouldn’t be happening. We take these concerns seriously, and your comments help us improve. We’re reviewing our evening monitoring and will be increasing patrols to ensure everyone can enjoy a safe, respectful environment.
Thanks again for your balanced and thoughtful review, we hope to welcome you back for an even better stay in the future.
Fantastic site ! Clean and good…
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Fantastic site ! Clean and good fun for kids !
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely words.
Friendly staff, really clean and spacious site.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great views and really peaceful.
Has EV charging.
Disliked Unable to have a camp fire. This is stated but it does get really cold at night. We would come again but would consider electric hook up for this site with no fires being allowed.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely feedback — we’re so pleased you enjoyed the peaceful setting, the views, and the convenience of our EV charging.
We completely understand the disappointment about not being able to have a campfire, especially on colder nights. Unfortunately, we’ve had to introduce a strict no‑campfire policy due to several safety incidents on site in the past. The safety of our guests and the surrounding landscape has to come first, so this rule is in place to protect everyone.
Many guests do find that an electric hook‑up helps keep things cosy in the evenings, and it’s a great option if you decide to stay with us again.
Thank you again for your understanding and for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’d love to welcome you back for another peaceful stay.
Great location for walks direct from the site
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great site, with good quality amenities, size of pitch areas are generous and well maintained, staff are very helpful and positive, would definitely return back and recommend
Disliked Nothing, all good
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re really glad you enjoyed the spacious pitches, well‑kept amenities, and helpful staff. It’s wonderful to hear you’d recommend us and plan to return, we’d love to welcome you back.
Staff friendly, site is very clean and views are amazing. 10 stars
The Honeybee camping pod (no pets)
Liked This place is just fabulous, 2nd year in a row we have visited, just love the Bee pod that is tucked away at the back of the park, really quiet and peaceful, weather was lovely so it was nice sitting outside on a morning listening to the birds with a cuppa or on a night with a glass of wine.
Pod was very clean, we had a problem with the carbon monoxide detector, the alarm went off so we called reception, they sent a lovely lad within 5 minutes who changed the battery, problem solved! Staff very helpful, nice little shop on site which sells just about everything. Didn't go in the bar but we did go to the chippy, food was really tasty and reasonably priced, highly recommend.
Lots to do nearby, Penrith 20 mins in car or Pooley Bridge which has plenty of pubs/restaurants and souvenir shops. Keswick is 30 mins away in the car, again plenty to do especially if you're a walker/hiker, plenty of mountains to climb.
Recommend this site 100% stay is never long enough and we can't wait to go back next year!!
Disliked Absolutely nothing!
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From the manager: Thank you so much for such a fantastic review — it’s wonderful to hear this was your second year with us and that the Bee Pod continues to be a favourite. It really is a special little spot, and we’re delighted you enjoyed those peaceful mornings with the birds and relaxing evenings outside.
We’re glad the pod was spotless for your arrival, and it’s great to know our team were able to sort the carbon monoxide alarm so quickly for you. I’ll make sure your kind words are passed on. It’s also lovely to hear you enjoyed the shop and the chippy — the team will be thrilled with your recommendation.
You’ve summed up the area perfectly too; there’s so much to explore nearby, whether it’s a wander around Pooley Bridge, a trip into Penrith, or a day out in Keswick for a good hike.
Hearing that you’d recommend us 100% and can’t wait to return next year genuinely means a lot. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another peaceful stay.
Recommend for stunning stop at the Lakes for families
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch (large, twin axle)
Liked Beautiful location, friendly staff, great facilities good park for kids and games room.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely feedback.
A really nice site, well located with great walks
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Pitch was really good, the Toilets were very clean and well maintained.
Disliked Nothing not to like, wifi coverage wasnt great, but we have our phones
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback.
Large flat pitch, excellent shower and…
Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch
Liked Large flat pitch, excellent shower and toilet facilities, friendly staff
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for your amazing 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.