Frost Hole

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Gorgeous views for every pitch
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Entrance gate to frost hole farm
Pitch among the greenery

  • Peaceful pop-up site with stunning Lake District National Park views
  • Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre 15 minutes’ drive; Windermere 20 minutes
  • Showers available; pubs and shops 10 minutes’ drive
Tucked away down a quiet farm track 10 minutes’ drive from the rural Cumbrian village of Staveley, the pop-up site at Frost Hole is a peaceful retreat for anyone seeking simplicity and solitude. With wild pitches set against the stunning backdrop of mountains and fells in the Lake District National Park, it’s a gorgeous spot in which to unwind and reconnect with nature. This off-grid site is basic but spectacular, with grass pitches, showers, toilets and space to park your car. With lots of space, you can pitch up wherever you fancy; you’re pretty much guaranteed blazing sunsets on clear evenings and – thanks to the lack of light pollution – stellar celestial displays after dark. Frost Hole is positioned on the crossroads of several scenic footpaths, bridleways and mountain biking trails for anyone wanting to explore locally. A bakery, cafés, pubs and shops are all in Staveley, from where you can hop on bus number 555 to explore the Lake District, or take the train to Kendal and Windermere from the station.

Site type

Tent sites 15
Open now
Opens May 22
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, May 22 to

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99% would stay here again

What customers say

This secluded campsite boasts stunning nature and peace, with hosts praised as friendly and welcoming. Facilities, including portaloos and a hot shower, are very clean. Ideal for hill walks and wild swimming, with easy access to villages. Despite some mention of hilly terrain and few flat pitches, it's a highly recommended tranquil escape.

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The peace, the hills, the water…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked The peace, the hills, the water and the hosts are fantastic.

Disliked Having to leave.

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Beautiful, tidy and friendly campsite.

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Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Amazing location. Spot on for campers that prefer ‘wilder’ style of camping to the bigger sites. Will definitely come back to enjoy the views and nature. Hosts are extremely helpful, approachable and on hand if you need them.

Disliked Nothing I disliked.

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The cleanest portaloo I’ve ever been…

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Midas B. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked The cleanest portaloo I’ve ever been in. Just a stroll to a beautiful tarn. Sumptuous views.

Disliked Didn’t stay long enough

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the views and the short stroll to Potters tarn. We also have to say, being described as having the cleanest portaloo you've ever been in is a compliment we'll happily take! 😊

We're glad you had a great stay, even if it wasn't quite long enough. Hopefully next time you'll be able to stay a little longer and enjoy even more of the beautiful surroundings. We’d love to welcome you back.

Lyndon&Chloe

Wonderful stay, so peaceful, quiet and…

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Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Wonderful stay, so peaceful, quiet and surrounded by nature and undulating hills. Loved birds and bird song, sheep and the hill walks available nearby and swimming opportunities.
Had all that we needed for a nice outdoorsy nature filled trip. Lovely shower and loos! And the campsite owner was very nice too!

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From the manager: Thank you for your wonderful review.

We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the peace and tranquillity of the campsite, along with the surrounding wildlife, birdsong, rolling hills, and nearby walking and swimming opportunities. It sounds like you made the most of everything the area has to offer.

It's also great to know that the facilities met your needs and that you enjoyed the showers and toilets. Thank you for your kind words about our hospitality too. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and are so pleased we could help provide the nature-filled getaway you were looking for.


Lyndon&Chloe

Great place…

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Mehr N. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Great place

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From the manager: Thank you for your review.

We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay and thought the campsite was a great place to visit. We especially loved the fantastic photos you shared. They really captured the beauty of the site and the surrounding countryside.

Thanks again for taking the time to leave a review, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!


Lyndon&Chloe

We had a wonderful stay and…

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Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked We had a wonderful stay and would happily return. The campsite was peaceful and well maintained, with beautiful views across the surrounding countryside.

The location was excellent, with Staveley just a short walk away, making it easy to enjoy the local cafés, pubs and shops without needing to drive.

The owner lived nearby, so assistance was readily available if required, while still allowing guests plenty of privacy. Essentials such as the water supply and toilet paper were checked and replenished regularly.

Overall, it was a relaxing, well-managed campsite in a great location, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Disliked The shower had no medium temperature, so it was either scolding or baltic.

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful setting, countryside views, and convenient location close to Staveley. It's also great to know that our approach of being available when needed while respecting guests' privacy helped make your stay a relaxing one.

We appreciate your kind comments about the upkeep of the campsite and the regular checks on facilities and supplies. Feedback like yours means a great deal to us.

Thank you also for mentioning the shower temperature. We appreciate the feedback and will keep an eye on it.

We hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Lydon&Chloe

Beautiful campsite, surrounded by some really…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Beautiful campsite, surrounded by some really good walks, and the owners were extremely friendly.

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, the fantastic local walks, and our friendly welcome. We're very lucky to be surrounded by such stunning countryside, and it's always great to know our guests make the most of it.
We really appreciate your kind feedback and hope to see you again!

Lyndon&Chloe

The campsite was lovely and clean.…

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Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked The campsite was lovely and clean. The owners were friendly. There was plenty of room to pitch our tent and the owners came out when we arrived to check all was OK. On the last day I couldnt restart my car as the battery had died. The owner came and helped jumpstart my car. All in all, a pleasant stay surrounded by beautiful scenery and friendly people.

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review.

We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the spacious pitch, beautiful scenery, and warm welcome. It was a pleasure to help out when your car battery went flat. These things happen to us all, and we're glad we could get you back on the road!

Thank you for your kind comments about the cleanliness of the campsite and the friendly atmosphere. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon.

Lyndon&Chloe

Beautiful scenic & quiet setting…

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Chris C. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Beautiful scenic & quiet setting

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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere of our site.
We hope to welcome you back again soon for another quiet and scenic getaway!
Lyndon&Chloe

I stayed again after a spring…

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Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked I stayed again after a spring weekend here - it’s a wonderful remote site with lots of character.

Disliked I felt it was booked beyond capacity with tents quite close together to find flat ground, and parking pretty much maxed out. I would recommend this site for spring and autumn.

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From the manager: Thank you for returning to stay with us and for your kind words about the site and its character. We're so pleased you enjoyed another visit.

Regarding the campsite being busier than usual, your stay coincided with a retreat we were able to support last minute for military war veterans. As a small family-run site, we were delighted to help host the group and give something back, which did make the campsite a little busier than it would normally be.

We appreciate your feedback and are glad you still enjoyed the unique setting and atmosphere of the campsite. We hope to welcome you back again!

Lyndon&Chloe


Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No running water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Frost Hole

Staveley

Kendal

Cumbria

England

LA8 9QU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.38242°N
2.79603°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.7 km Bus Station
6.7 km Bus Station
6.7 km Bus Station
Rail
1.7 km Staveley Rail Station
3.6 km Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
6.7 km Kendal Rail Station
Ferry
8.6 km Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal
9.3 km Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing
9.8 km Far Sawrey Windermere Ferry Terminal

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

Hikes directly from the pitches head up to rugged Brunt Knott (25 minutes’ walk), or you can try for the peak of Kentmere (nearly two hours). A longer ramble leads to Brant Fell Viewpoint (2.5 hours) for views over Windermere, or you can take the kids on gentle strolls around the lake’s shoreline instead (20 minutes’ drive). Once down by the lake, pop into Windermere Jetty Museum (also 20 minutes) to see the displays of historic boats before hopping onto a steamer for a cruise on the water. You can book dinghy sailing at Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre (20 minutes), or try kayaking and windsurfing from Hodge Howe Watersports Centre (15 minutes). Most kids love the interactive Peter Rabbit-themed exhibits at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (20 minutes), and you can also visit Potter’s former home at National Trust-owned Hill Top (45 minutes). If you’d rather not stray so far from home base, feed the calves and Herdwick sheep at the Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre (15 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe North 34.2 km Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Morecambe South 34.8 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Haverigg 38.5 km Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Silecroft 40.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Walney West Shore 42.4 km Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The World of Beatrix Potter 8.3 km

Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 8.5 km

Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 9.1 km

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 9.7 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 11.1 km

National Trust

Windermere and Troutbeck 7.7 km

Townend 8.3 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 11.1 km

Hill Top 11.8 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 13.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 1.5 km

Kentmere Horseshoe 6.5 km

Scout Scar - Helsington 6.5 km

Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 6.9 km

Kendal and Scout Scar 6.9 km

Local events

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

    Penrith, England 25.2 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Frost Hole have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Frost Hole dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Frost Hole? Hikes directly from the pitches head up to rugged Brunt Knott (25 minutes’ walk), or you can try for the peak of Kentmere (nearly two hours). A longer ramble leads to Brant … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Frost Hole?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Frost Hole? From $41.62 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.