Ullswater View Campsite

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Visitor image of the view
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Ullswater view
Some pitches are sloping
Tree shade in the camping field
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Ullswater view

  • 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
When it comes to the Lake District, there are many spectacular views, but the one from Ullswater View Campsite is right up there as a serious contender for a prize. The name gives it away somewhat, as this off-grid, wild camping site does indeed have spectacular views over Ullswater Lake and the surrounding forested mountains. At 20 minutes’ drive from the shops of Penrith in Cumbria, this is a spot to really get back to basics; portable toilets, rubbish bins and water from a natural spring are the only facilities you’ll find on site – so at this juncture please note that means no showers and no electricity. Part of the mown camping field is on an incline (all the better to admire those lake views), and due to the angle of the entrance gateway, you’ll need to drive up the lane and turn around before entering the site. The track leading to the pitches is not accessible to low-slung cars either. Having said all that, the site does have a wonderful setting, it’s dog-friendly (as long as your four-legged pal is kept on a lead), and it’s 10 minutes’ scenic walk from a cosy pub serving good food and beer. Staying here also puts you a handy five minutes’ drive from all the sporting action on Ullswater itself. There are firepits for hire and logs for sale on site if you'd like to spend the eve around a fire.

Site type

Tent pitches 50
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 1 May to

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Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 271 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Spectacular scenery

96% would recommend this site to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This back-to-basics campsite offers stunning views of Ullswater and the surrounding fells. Guests praise the friendly and attentive owners, ample space, and the ability to have campfires. Portaloos are available and generally kept clean, though some guests noted they could become messy during busy periods. The location is ideal for walks and is a short distance from a local pub. While some guests experienced noise from other campers, the overall feedback highlights excellent value and a relaxed atmosphere.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 16/06/2026

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View and vibe…

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 Brandon S. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked View and vibe

Recommend to friends Visit again

Spacious clean and easy to find…

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Jessica S. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Spacious clean and easy to find

Disliked Toilets weren’t the best but that’s due to other campers

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great views great spot bracken…

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neil g. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great views great spot bracken gill pub very close excellent restaurant great food choice music & a beer what more can anyone ask for ! I then drove to coniston early morning and ran back over the fells to the campsite without disturbing anyone following the Lakeland 100 route

Disliked Portaloo toilets had no flush but apart from that my stay was excellent & met my needs

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great!

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8 out of 10
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 Misha B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The views! And fires allowed which was great! Great location for shops and walks all with in 5 mins drive. Easy to find but the entrance to the site was ropey!

Disliked The loos can get messy but that’s to be expected!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Does what it says on the tin. Massive field with wonderful views

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Claire S. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Views, access, and the ability to havea campfire ( as many sites dont allow fires)

Disliked No showers (although this is clearly stated on the site description)

Recommend to friends Visit again

Your left alone and I love…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Your left alone and I love that your not rushed off the site the next day amazing views beautiful place great for kids

Disliked Toilets and they is no showers but amazing place

Recommend to friends Visit again

Views are stunning Areas are clean…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Views are stunning
Areas are clean

Disliked No on site bins

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for coming

Good friendly atmosphere…

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Matthew D. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Good friendly atmosphere

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for staying with us 👍

All round was a great night and a great campsite would recommend

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 Logan H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The veiw and no interruptions during the night was a lovely stay

Disliked Not enough fire starters to get a fire going

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for coming to stay with us

good location nice scenery host was attentive big field…

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Esther L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked good location
nice scenery
host was attentive
big field

Disliked portaloos ran out of toilet roll and were unhygienic
some loud music

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

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 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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Spectacular scenery Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Location

Ullswater View Campsite

Watermillock

Pooley Bridge

Cumbria

England

CA11 0LP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.60349°N
2.86097°W

Route directions

After reaching the postcode, turn right up past the Bracken Rigg Inn. The site is at the third field on your right. What3Words: talents.tripiling.fanfare.

Nearest transport

Coach
5.8 mi Rail Station
11.3 mi Bus Station
12.1 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
5.7 mi Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
10.1 mi Langwathby Rail Station
12 mi Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station
Ferry
1.4 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
2.2 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
5.3 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

Drive down to Pooley Bridge (five minutes by car) at the head of Ullswater for yomps along the Ullswater Way encircling the lake. Father south, stop off at the National Trust car park (10 minutes) and walk up to the impressive Aira Force Waterfall, inspiration for the poem ‘The Somnambulist’ by William Wordsworth, written in 1833. Experienced hikers may care to drive to Patterdale (15 minutes) and clamber up Helvellyn for spectacular Lake District views, while others may settle for a stately voyage around Ullswater aboard the historic steamboat ‘Lady of the Lake’ from Glenridding (15 minutes), itself a pretty lakeside village with tea rooms and souvenir shops. Lowther Castle and Gardens (20 minutes) has imposing and photogenic ruins of a massive mansion as well as parterres and parkland to wander, or you can buy marmalade – reputed to be the best in the world – at Dalemain Historic Mansion and Gardens. If you hit a rainy day, catch a film at Rheged (both 10 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 25.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Seascale 29 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 2.6 mi

The Rheged Centre 4.4 mi

Ullswater Steamers 5.3 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 9.5 mi

Rydal Mount and Gardens 11.8 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 10.9 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 13.1 mi

Townend 13.5 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 15 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 16.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Pooley Bridge and Heughscar Hill 1.7 mi

Pooley Bridge - Loadpot Hill - Howtown - Pooley Bridge 1.7 mi

Howtown - Patterdale - Glenridding 2.2 mi

Howtown - Hallin Fell - Sandwick via Steamer 2.2 mi

Howtown - Rampsgill Head - Angletarn Pikes - Howtown 2.4 mi

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Penrith, Cumbria 5.8 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 View Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ullswater View Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ullswater View Campsite? Drive down to Pooley Bridge (five minutes by car) at the head of Ullswater for yomps along the Ullswater Way encircling the lake. Father south, stop off at the National Trust car … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ullswater View Campsite?
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    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ullswater View Campsite? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.