Abbots Reading Farm
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- Glamping pods on a working farm in the Lake District National Park
- A 10-minute drive to the Lakes Aquarium; 20 to South Lakes Safari Zoo
- Football field and communal barn; barbecue and firepit per pod
Site type
6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- 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.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 18 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Camping pod (two person)
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 11.5ft width × 8.2ft length
Arrival daysFrom £120
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Camping pod (four person)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 8.2ft length
Arrival daysFrom £160
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Camping pod (five person)
5 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 8.2ft length
Arrival daysFrom £200
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This site offers a peaceful escape with stunning views, located conveniently close to Windermere and Coniston Water. Visitors praise the cleanliness of the pods and facilities, with many highlighting the exceptional friendliness and helpfulness of the owner, Tony. Children enjoy the football field and games barn, while adults appreciate the cosy pods equipped with useful amenities. Special mentions are made of the opportunity to see the Highland cattle. The location, views, and owner's hospitality are frequently cited as reasons for wanting to return.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Views and proximity to Windermere and Coniston Water. Microwave and kettle helpful.…
Camping pod (four person)
Liked Views and proximity to Windermere and Coniston Water. Microwave and kettle helpful. Mattresses in place. You don’t need to take much stuff. Kids enjoyed football field, table tennis and table football.
Disliked The lodges need painting outside, but they’re warm and dry inside, so who cares really.
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Wonderful area with clean facilities and a very helpful owner.
Camping pod (two person)
Liked Genuinely can’t think of anything that was lacking. Clean facilities and lovely pods surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife. The Owner was always ready to help and very friendly.
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We loved everything. Tony was a fantastic host, the views were amazing,…
Camping pod (five person)
Liked We loved everything. Tony was a fantastic host, the views were amazing, the welcome warm and the pods were brilliant. Tony makes a real effort to look after his guests and puts a lot of thought into ensuring visitors have a great stay. Highly recommend for anyone considering staying.
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Looking tired in places, but perfectly functional
Camping pod (two person)
Liked The friendly welcome
Disliked Nothing
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Stunning scenery, peaceful and very clean
Camping pod (four person)
Liked The setting was beautiful - just a few minutes from the main road, but absolute peace and quiet. Tony was very friendly and helpful. We loved the camp fire and the games barn for the kids. Everything was clean. We would definitely return.
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Excellent site
Camping pod (four person)
Liked Friendly, quiet, peaceful setting everything we needed on site would highly recommend to anyone to stay. Close to lake Windermere and other activities
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Fabulous Farm
Camping pod (four person)
Liked Me and my sister absolutely loved it here. The cabins were basic but perfect for our short trip and very clean.
The owner Tony was great. So friendly and although he was clearly busy he still made time to show us his Highland Cattle.
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We love it ❤️
Camping pod (four person)
Liked An amazing place to visit. We had pod #5. Large clean wood pod with microwave, fridge, kettle and TV. Plenty of space under the beds to store clothes and personal belongings. There is even a bottle rack. Bathroom in a separate building clean, cleaned daily by the owner. Next to it is a car park. From the terrace there is a beautiful view of the nearby mountains. Children can play football on the field and later in the evening you can sit next to fire pit listening to nature. The owner very nice, passionately telling about the area. We had the chance to see the owner Scottish cows during sunset. We are a family that loves to hike and walks so we spent most of our time in the nearby area exploring the mountain trails, waterfalls, caves, lake cruise as well as the seaside beach. The location gave us so much satisfaction that we will definitely come back to this place. Thank you, kind regards. Izzy
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A great site, clean facilities and a fantastic & friendly host.
Camping pod (four person)
Liked The host - Tony is so welcoming and friendly. Very knowledgeable about the area and best places to visit.
The farm - Beautiful landscape and fantastic views from the pods.
The pods - Cosy and comfortable.
Facilities - Toilets and showers were immaculate. The big barn with ping pong table and the field was great for the kids to run about.. But most of all they loved rolling down the hills!!
Harris - Amazing Harris the Highland Bull was very entertaining amd Tony the host took us up to the field to see him and the kids got to brush his fabulous hair
Disliked Had to come home!!
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Excellent site with clean facilities and great owners
Camping pod (four person)
Liked Loved our 3 nights staying in the octolodges. Great clean facilities and the lodges were spacious with plenty storage for our things. Tony the owner was great and gave us lots of information about the local area. Our highlight was Tony taking us up to the see the Highland cattle and the children were able to pet and brush the Bull. We will definitely be back
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Features
No 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 WatersportsAmenities 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 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 No dogs allowedThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Abbots Reading Farm
Haverthwaite
Ulverston
Cumbria
England
LA12 8JP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.25746°N
3.00778°W
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haverigg | 12.3 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Morecambe North | 13.8 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
| Morecambe South | 13.8 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Silecroft | 14.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Walney West Shore | 14.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Lakeland Motor Museum 0.7 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside 2.5 mi
Holker Hall and Gardens 4.9 mi
Hill Top 6.7 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 7 mi
National Trust
Fell Foot Park 2.5 mi
Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 4.5 mi
Hill Top 6.7 mi
Gondola' 7.7 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 8.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Bigland Tarn and Bigland Barrow 1.1 mi
The Beacon and Blawith Fell 4.9 mi
HOLKER HALL 4.9 mi
Ulverston - Urswick - Bardsea 5.6 mi
Winster circular 6.7 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 Abbots Reading Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Abbots Reading Farm dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Abbots Reading Farm? Local attractions and activities include: - Lakeland Motor Museum: five minutes’ drive - Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway (steam trains): five minutes - Lakes Aquarium: 10 minutes - Holker Hall and Gardens: 10 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Abbots Reading Farm?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Abbots Reading Farm? From £120 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.