Woodhead Farm

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Pitches sheltered by trees
Pitches sheltered by trees
Approach to the farm
Serviced touring pitches
Neatly landscaped pitches
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Approach to the farm
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Neatly landscaped pitches

  • Well-kept pitches on a family farm 20 minutes’ drive from Ullswater
  • Lowther Castle and Aira Force High Waterfall both 20 minutes’ drive
  • Bike hire available on site; pubs and takeaways 10 minutes’ drive
With easy access from both the West Coast Main Line to Penrith and the M6 motorway, Woodhead Farm is small and family-run working farm in the Eden Valley. Sitting on the edge of the Lake District National Park, the site is 20 minutes’ drive from Ullswater. It makes a handy base for excursions into the North Pennines National Landscape (also 20 minutes by car) too. Once you arrive at Woodhead Farm, you can make friends with whatever young animals are around (including lambs in spring), and because there is always livestock around, dogs are not allowed on site. However, lots of great cycling and walking trails can be accessed directly from the camping field – and if you’re going down the biking route, the owners have an agreement with a local rental company who can deliver bikes right to your pitch. Golfers can also have a field day as there are several 18-hole courses within 20 minutes’ drive. Barbecues are allowed on site but if you’re not that into alfresco cooking, you can head for the pubs and takeaways of Penrith (10 minutes’ drive). If you want to push the boat out for a special occasion, there’s a Michelin-starred place in Skelton (also 10 minutes, reservations required).

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 12
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Motorhome pitches 12
Open now
Opens 4 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • 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.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Units longer than 8 metres are not allowed.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 4 Apr to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children
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Reviews

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91% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite offers a peaceful farm setting with a convenient location near the M6 and Penrith, making it a great base for exploring the Lake District. Pitches are reportedly spacious and well-maintained, with clean toilet and shower facilities. Reviewers frequently praise the friendly and welcoming owners, the quiet atmosphere despite being on a working farm, and the surrounding countryside. Some guests noted ongoing construction and a second vehicle incident that led to negative interactions with the owner.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Amazing site for exploring the lakes with great facilities and room.

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Tom T.

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch (large)

Liked Great site and very handy for the M6 and Penrith.
Great base for the lakes
Loads of room on pitches
Great clean toilet and shower facilities
Owners very friendly.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything…

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James L.

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good space, really enjoyed it. Being able to watch the working sheepdog…

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Michael R.

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Good space, really enjoyed it. Being able to watch the working sheepdog was a treat. Toilets clean and friendly owners. Kids loved it

Recommend to friends Visit again

Avoid! Would not recommend.

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch (large)

Liked Nothing.

Disliked Very rude.

Lots of diggers building a shower block in the day. Entirely inappropriate to allow kids there now.

Came by and joined my partner at night in a van as we were working nearby. We didn't see any stipulations saying we couldn't have a second vehicle (which was a big van) which was the only reason we booked this place.

Extremely rude owner came up and tried to insinuate I parked badly (which I hadn't). Then proceeded to patronise me about how hard I'd find it to reverse in the morning (would be have said this if I was a man?)... So made my reverse it in the dark instead. Left a rather sour taste in our mouths.

A site for those without a soul. Paid for 5 night and stayed for one. Would not recommend or return;

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice well kept large fully serviced pitch. Friendly welcome from owners Quiet site despite…

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Nice well kept large fully serviced pitch.
Friendly welcome from owners
Quiet site despite being on a farm.

Disliked Could do with a better sign at turning into site as easy to miss.

Recommend to friends Visit again

We had a wonderful experience, the place is beautiful and peaceful, and…

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Andrea G.

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch (large)

Liked We had a wonderful experience, the place is beautiful and peaceful, and it’s also close to charming towns where you can explore and enjoy great food.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place to stay 😊

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch (large)

Liked Lovely owners who were very welcoming and understanding. Lovely clean facilities. Lovely laid back feel and surrounded by the lovely countryside.

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent location next to m6 but you can hardly hear the traffic.

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Dan C.

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch (large)

Liked Lovely peaceful farm setting, warm welcome on arrival, nice level pitches, clean facilities, good phone signal so no need for WiFi.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Ideal location just off M6 Penrith 3 miles away nice friendly owner…

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Gary A.

Fully-serviced grass and gravel touring pitch

Liked Ideal location just off M6 Penrith 3 miles away nice friendly owner decent facilities

Disliked Nowhere to wash dishes although we didnt have the water connection on the caravan so tbf we could've used the sink in the caravan

Recommend to friends Visit again

Unforgettable glamping experience

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Kristopher B.

Rosie's Retreat shepherd's hut

Liked Absolutely everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet 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

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling 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

Drainage hook-up points for tourers Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Woodhead Farm

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Catterlen

Penrith

Cumbria

England

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Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.69869°N
2.79604°W

Route directions

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Nearest transport

Coach
2.9 mi Rail Station
14.6 mi Bus Station
15.4 mi Bus Station
Rail
3 mi Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
5.2 mi Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station
5.3 mi Langwathby Rail Station
Ferry
6.3 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
9.2 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
12.2 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Upfront Arts Venue (puppet theatre): five minutes’ drive - Greystoke Castle (events hub): 15 minutes - Larch Cottage Nurseries (garden centre and café): 15 minutes - Lowther Castle and Gardens (ruined castle): 20 minutes - National Trust - Acorn Bank (landscaped gardens and watermill): 20 minutes - Aira Force High Waterfall (hike up to falls): 20 minutes - The Theatre by the Lake (contemporary theatre): 25 minutes - Ullswater Steamers (lake cruisers): half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 25.9 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The Rheged Centre 3.6 mi

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 4.7 mi

Ullswater Steamers 12.2 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 13.8 mi

Carlisle Castle 14.9 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 8.6 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 20.2 mi

Townend 20.5 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 21.9 mi

Wordsworth House and Garden 23 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

HUTTON-IN-THE-FOREST 1.9 mi

DALEMAIN 4.6 mi

Langwathby - Edenhall - Langwathby 5 mi

Pooley Bridge - Loadpot Hill - Howtown - Pooley Bridge 6 mi

Pooley Bridge and Heughscar Hill 6 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Woodhead Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Woodhead Farm dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Woodhead Farm? Local attractions and activities include: - Upfront Arts Venue (puppet theatre): five minutes’ drive - Greystoke Castle (events hub): 15 minutes - Larch Cottage Nurseries (garden centre and café): 15 minutes - … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Woodhead Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Woodhead Farm? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.