Campsites for backpackers in Armathwaite, Cumbria
4 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Armathwaite
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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Parkhead Campsite
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Quiet and spacious off-grid Cumbria site at the foot of Hartside Pass
- Kirkoswald shop five minutes’ drive; C2C route five minutes by bike
- Stunning Lake District and Eden Valley views; dazzling dark skies
Caldbeck Camping
Wigton, Cumbria, England- Quiet site on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park
- Right on the Cumbria Way at the edge of a forest and Caldbeck village
- Carlisle, Penrith and Keswick all within 35 minutes’ drive
Wallace Lane Farm
Wigton, Cumbria, England- Quiet hillside farm site in west Cumbria with views to the sea
- Coast, lakes, hill walks and mountain biking within 40 minutes' drive
- Around five minutes' drive to Caldbeck for pub, cafés and shop
Hillcroft
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Peaceful park overlooking Ullswater
- Modern, landscaped and with spectacular Lake District views
- Launderette, drying room, licensed shop and large play area
Camping at Cardewlees
Carlisle, Cumbria, England- Family-run site with scenic views across farmland and fells
- A 15-minute drive to the city of Carlisle and 30 to the Lake District
- Supermarkets, restaurants and a swimming pool a 25-minute walk away
Orchard Hideaways
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Small family-run site overlooking open Lake District countryside
- Five miles from boating, canoeing, yachting and more at Ullswater
- Disposable barbecue points, grass play area and outdoor seating
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Highfield Campsite
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Simple off-grid pitches in the Cumbria countryside
- A 10-minute drive from Penrith, with easy access from the M6
- On the edge of the Lake District National Park for outdoor activities
Ullswater View Campsite
Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, England- Wild camping with spectacular views of Ullswater in the Lake District
- Pooley Bridge five minutes’ drive, and Lowther Castle 20 minutes
- Spring water and portable toilets on site; pub 10 minutes’ walk
Drybeck Farm
Carlisle, Cumbria, England- Small, eco-friendly farm site a mile from Armathwaite
- On the banks of the Eden River for wild swims
- Woodfired hot tub on site; within walking distance of village pubs
Mount Eden Camping
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Small campsite in Cumbria's scenic Eden Valley
- Five minutes' drive from Penrith town centre; Ullswater 15 minutes
- Back to basics camping field with flat and spacious pitches
The Sportman
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Lake District campsite just off the A66 between Penrith and Keswick
- A 10-minute drive to Ullswater; 20 minutes to Helvellyn and Catbells
- Pitches with views towards Blencathra; playing field for kids and dogs
The Greyhound Inn
Burgh by Sands, Cumbria, England- Small pub stopover in Burgh by Sands, 20 minutes' drive from Carlisle
- Hadrian's Wall Trail and Cycleway just outside the pub
- High-quality, locally sourced food and cask ales available on site
Riverside Farm
Penrith, Cumbria, England
