Ullswater Holiday Park

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Camp with views of ullswater

  • 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
If you reckon a site with stunning views of the Cumbrian fells sounds like your kind of place, head over to family-friendly Ullswater Holiday Park. Sitting a half-hour walk from the shores of Ullswater (where guests can use Fair Field Marina or spend time canoeing, fishing and riding the famed Ullswater steamers), this option’s in a fab location for touring round the Lake District National Park. Kids can mess about in the half-acre playground at this well-equipped place, while adults have an ale at the licensed bar or a Farrer’s coffee in the café. Wifi is available (around the reception area and bar, not the whole site) and there's also a shop for essentials (including groceries and camping equipment) and a few supermarkets are 20 minutes’ drive away in the nearest town of Penrith. The capital of Cumbria in days of yore, this place has the 14th-century fortress to prove it... If loping from local village to local village seeing structures such as this sounds like an excellent option too, ride one of the Lake Ullswater steamers stopping at settlements such as Pooley Bridge and Glenridding along with the Aira Force falls. After you’ve set eyes on the whooshing water, other attractions nearby include those that combine architecture with lush landscapes – like Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, 10 minutes away, and Lowther Castle & Gardens (20 minutes). There's also the Rheged Centre Cinema, a heritage hub in an old quarry with a grass roof, gallery and 3D screen (15 minutes away). Please note that the games room and bar may not be available in the low season (check in advance for opening hours).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Motorhome pitches 58
Caravans for hire 8
Tent pitches 100
Touring caravan pitches 58
Open now
Opens 1 March
Please note
  • 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).

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Reviews

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Location
9
Value for money
9
Accommodation
9
Facilities / Activities
9
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
8

95% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

Ullswater Holiday Park boasts stunning views and a convenient location, ideal for exploring the Lake District. Visitors praise the clean and spacious pitches, excellent facilities including modern shower blocks, and the friendly, helpful staff. On-site amenities like the fish and chip shop and bar are popular. While generally peaceful, some guests noted occasional noise from other campers and the playground. A few minor points mentioned include the Wi-Fi signal and pitch levelling in certain areas. The park is highly recommended for families and those seeking beautiful surroundings.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 28/07/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Definitely will be back Loved Ullswater holiday park

Overall

9 out of 10
Location
9
Value for money
9
Facilities / Activities
9
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
6
Ian S. 2 reviews

Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch

Liked The site is really nice staff are Great. Really accommodating found us a pitch at short notice for an extra night
Good Facilities.
Good Entertainment on site bar.
The fish and chips were really delicious.
The park was Great for the kids
Wifi was handy

Disliked The top level toilet block was adequate but poorly lit.
Not enough places to see the entertainment.
Maybe a football goal in the park.
Wifi could be stronger

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Lots on site that was needed…

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10 out of 10
Location
10
Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
7
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
8
Wifi
8

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lots on site that was needed with young children (park,cafe,shop, chip shop)

Views were amazing of the mountains.

Disliked I think the shower block could be improved.

Recommend to friends Visit again

It’s a lovely spot, but bonfires…

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8 out of 10
Location
10
Value for money
8
Facilities / Activities
5
Customer service
7
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
8
Wifi
9

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked It’s a lovely spot, but bonfires aren’t allowed, which, in my opinion, is a shame.

Disliked It’s a lovely spot, but bonfires aren’t allowed, which, in my opinion, is a shame.

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From the manager: Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear that you think Ullswater Holiday Park is a lovely spot.

We appreciate your comments regarding bonfires. While we understand that many guests enjoy the atmosphere they create, our no-bonfire policy is in place to help protect the surrounding environment, ensure guest safety, and maintain the park for everyone to enjoy.

Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay in the future. 😊🏕️🔥

Excellent site

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10 out of 10
Location
10
Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
No rating
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
10

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great site
Great facilities
Lovely staff and a great fish shop on site
3rd time I’ve been
Love it!

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your fantastic review and for choosing to stay with us for a third time!

We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the facilities, our friendly team, and the fish and chip shop. It means a lot to us that you keep coming back and continue to have such positive experiences at the park.

We truly appreciate your loyalty and kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ullswater Holiday Park for your fourth visit soon! 😊🏕️🌄🐟

Plenty of essential facilities (warm showers,…

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7 out of 10
Location
9
Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
No rating
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
2
Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Plenty of essential facilities (warm showers, water taps, washing up sinks, and a little shop). Easy to drive to great hiking locations or touristy towns.

Very dog friendly, as well as the local towns.

Fish and chip shop was amazing but make sure you get in early as it is very popular!

Disliked We had a pretty noisy family in the tent next to us. Made it a bit unpleasant in the early evenings when we were trying to relax.

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From the manager: Thank you for your detailed review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our facilities, including the warm showers, water points, washing-up areas, and shop. It's great to know that our location made it easy for you to explore the surrounding hiking trails and nearby towns, and we're especially pleased that you found both the park and the local area to be so dog friendly.

We're also thrilled that you enjoyed our fish and chip shop. It certainly is a popular spot with our guests!

We're sorry to hear that noise from a neighbouring pitch affected your ability to relax during the evenings. While we can't always control the behaviour of other guests, we do encourage anyone experiencing disturbances to speak with our team during their stay so we can do our best to help.

Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back to Ullswater Holiday Park for a more peaceful stay in the future. 😊🏕️🐾

Lovely views on this site … not enough toilet/ bathroom facilities

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5 out of 10
Location
8
Value for money
6
Facilities / Activities
5
Customer service
8
Child friendliness
No rating
Cleanliness
5
Wifi
5
Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked The beautiful views

Disliked Late night noise that extended past noise restriction times..

Only 1 small industrial waste bin that becomes full very easily.. why not have 2 bins or empty bins on a regular basis..( twice daily ) don’t wait until the bin is overflowing where you are then unable to put anything in..

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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback.

Regarding the waste disposal facilities, there are actually five recycling points located across the park, alongside our general waste disposal areas. In addition, there are 24 bins plus industrial waste bins within the camping area alone, providing multiple waste disposal points for guests throughout the park.

All waste and recycling areas are checked and emptied at least once daily, and twice on Sundays. Our team also monitors bin levels throughout the day, and if bins are identified as being full, they are typically emptied within a few hours rather than being left to overflow.

While we always aim to keep waste areas clean and accessible, it's important to remember that our team has a wide range of responsibilities across the park. In addition to managing waste and recycling, they are responsible for the overall maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of the site. Despite these demands, bin collections are regularly monitored, and additional collections are carried out whenever required.

We are also sorry to hear that noise levels affected your stay, and your feedback will be passed on to the relevant team for review.

Views, space, facilities, playground, bar ,…

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9 out of 10
Location
10
Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
No rating

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Views, space, facilities, playground, bar , chip shop

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the views, spacious surroundings, facilities, playground, bar, and chip shop during your stay.

We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and are delighted that you had such a positive experience. We hope to welcome you back to the park again soon! 😊🏞️

Would recommend

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
8
Value for money
8
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
No rating
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
10

Fully-serviced gravel touring pitch

Liked The easy of checking in, the views and the quietness

Disliked Having to pay £4 a night for a small dog

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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the easy check-in process, the beautiful views, and the peace and quiet during your stay.

Regarding the dog charge, we would just like to clarify that our dog fee is £2 per night, rather than £4. We aim to keep this charge as low as possible while helping to cover the additional facilities and maintenance required for pet-friendly stays.

We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you and your dog back again soon. 🐾😊

Excellent family camping park with great…

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10 out of 10
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10
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Emma L. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Excellent family camping park with great pitches and views. Onsite chippy is fab and bar area is welcoming. Kids loved the playground - highly recommended

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely feedback — we’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us. It’s wonderful to hear that the pitches, views and our onsite chippy all hit the mark, and we’re especially glad the bar felt welcoming. Knowing the kids had a great time in the playground really makes our day. Thank you for the high recommendation — it means a lot to our whole team.

If there was anything that didn’t quite meet expectations, we’d really appreciate hearing it. Your insights help us keep improving and ensure every stay is the best it can be.

Clean, friendly staff, amazing views, great…

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10 out of 10
Location
10
Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
No rating
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
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Jon L. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Clean, friendly staff, amazing views, great toilet and showers.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our stunning views, clean facilities, and modern toilet and shower blocks. It's also great to know that our friendly team helped make your stay a memorable one.

We really appreciate your kind feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing stay in the Lakes. 😊


Features

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 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

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 mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

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

After following the A592 from Penrith, look out for The Brackenrigg Inn on your right and continue down the road for half a mile. Turn right at the junction with the postbox and a brown camping sign that says Ullswater Holiday Park. The site is half a mile up the road, on the right.

Nearest transport

Coach
6.5 mi Rail Station
10.7 mi Bus Station
11.4 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
6.4 mi Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
10.8 mi Langwathby Rail Station
12.6 mi Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station
Ferry
1.9 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
2.1 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
4.6 mi Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing

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

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 tennis – are within easy driving distance of the site. For classic Cumbrian walks Hallin Fell is a 20-minute drive away and the market town of Keswick, where you can go from perusing a pencil museum to dancing around the megalithic Castlerigg Stone Circle, is reachable in 25 minutes. A bit south of the town of Penrith (20 minutes) are the prehistoric Mayburgh Henge and Norman Brougham Castle. Other well-known Lake District settlements are also within easy reach along winding roads, like to Windermere (45 minutes away) and Ambleside (50 minutes). And if you fancy a crack at cantering instead of sitting in the car? Horse riding can be had from stables within a 15-minute drive, while guests who prefer roving on a revving vehicle can squat upon a quad bike and set off into the local lands (25 minutes from the park).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 25.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Seascale 28.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

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?
    Camping 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.
    Read more
  • 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.