The Willows
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- Touring site with stunning fell views 10 minutes’ drive from Keswick
- In the Lake District National Park; Walla Crag 10 minutes’ drive
- Basic pitches with modern showers; shop and pub 10 minutes’ walk
Campground type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 14 Jan to
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Features
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 Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Site close to accessible bathrooms Well-lit pathNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for caravans Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
The Willows
Braithwaite New Farm
Braithwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
England
CA12 5RY
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.60734°N
3.18531°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Allonby | 24 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
St Bees | 30.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Seascale | 30.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Southerness | 39.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Silecroft | 44.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 1 km
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 4 km
Castlerigg Stone Circle 5.6 km
Ullswater Steamers 17.1 km
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 20.2 km
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 13.4 km
Grasmere and Great Langdale 21.6 km
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 23 km
Buttermere and Ennerdale 23.6 km
Coniston and Tarn Hows 27.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Braithwaite - Grisedale Pike - Hopegill Head - Sand Hill 0.8 km
Braithwaite, Stair and Newlands Beck 0.9 km
Newlands Valley 1.9 km
Keswick - Portinscale - Mill Beck - Applethwaite 2.9 km
Keswick - Castlerigg Stone Circle 2.9 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 30.3 km
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 campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Willows have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Willows dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Willows? Local attractions and activities include: - Walks and bikes rides: direct from the site - Bassenthwaite Lake (shoreline hikes): five minutes’ drive - Bike hire: 10 minutes - Keswick (shops, bus and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Willows?
Camping and caravan Arrive: noon – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Willows? From $61.84 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.