Howdy Glamping and Campsite

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  • Remote Cumbria woodland retreat 20 minutes' drive from Penrith
  • A 15-minute drive from Brougham Castle and 20 minutes from Ullswater
  • Communal firepit on site; half-hour walk to village pub
Picturing yourself whiling away a few days in a secluded forested hideaway? Howdy Glamping and Campsite is a peaceful site where you can do just that. Since being planted around 20 years ago, this gorgeous woodland has become a haven for all sorts of wildlife – and now guests can spend the night here in order to appreciate this special place at their leisure at all times of day. The amenities available here vary depending on the type of accommodation you opt for, but all guests have access to toilet and shower facilities (a two-minute walk away from the pitches). There's also a communal firepit for evenings out in the open air with family and friends. Keen walkers have several trails to explore locally, along with a whole network of paths lacing the hills in Lake District National Park (15 minutes’ drive) and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (half an hour). The site is on the edge of Great Strickland, the centre of which can be reached via a five-minute drive, or a half-hour walk along a country lane or through the fields. The village is home to a pub (with a beer garden) that serves traditional food, real ales and a selection of gins. This establishment claims to be the friendliest pub in the Eden Valley, so make sure to go down and experience their warm hospitality for yourself. For more drinking and dining options (plus shops and supermarkets), head to the market town of Penrith (20 minutes).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
RV sites 5
Tent sites 7
Mobile homes for rent 2
Rent a tent 3
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • A complimentary basket of firewood is provided for the hired accommodation units.

Languages spoken

English

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 54 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Peaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful, friendly campsite with a chill vibe and lovely scenery. Praised for its welcoming owners, clean facilities (kitchen, microwave, fridge), and fire pits. Great for a quiet getaway with nature access. Excellent value, though a few noted minor shower temp issues and overgrown plants. Owners addressed dryer concerns.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Tucked away corner of a wild garden!

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8 out of 10
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Clare B. 12 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked A lovely, quirky, relaxed and natural campsite..doesn't feel quite right to describe it as a campsite, more a tucked away little corner of a wild garden. So peaceful, lots of birdsong. Delightful.

Disliked We only stayed one night!

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Informal quirky campsite in a beautiful location.

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Sarah W. 2 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked Informal site in beautiful location. I had a lovely pitch next to beautiful grassy area with picnic tables. I liked the fact that there was a microwave available which was very useful.

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Quirky and beautiful

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Anonymous

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked Natural setting in rural location with lots of thoughtful facilities eg kettle, microwave, freezer. Friendly owners. Great stopover.

Disliked Loos were down the lane but it was ok.

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How camping should be!

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 Mark S. 3 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked V different to the norm. Great people great place. 🤙

Disliked No dislikes , but would recommend a trowel for the compost toilet 👍

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From the manager: So lovely to meet you & the family ! 💚🌿💚We love different and interesting in life & guests 🙌 .. thank-you for the great review !! happy travels and hope we catch up again as the year rolls on! ( trowels been delivered ..🙏 theres normally a mug .. but I think a trowels got kudos !)

Lovely little gem

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Zoe M. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked We stayed here for two nights (Friday-Sunday), arriving to a lovely little field where you could pitch your tent wherever you fancied. Lovely welcome from Andri (owner) & their gorgeous dog too! Fire pits are provided too, which is great!

There are 2 outbuildings here with amenities - one cabin with a fridge & a sink for washing up. Then another with two toilets, shower, fridge, washer, dryer, hair dryer, sink & even a little sofa.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here & to not be short of anything we needed, to feel welcome & looked after - we would definitely recommend to anyone looking to camp in the area!

Disliked The shower was either cold or scalding hot with no in-between. Wasn’t that big of an issue as we only stayed for two nights.

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Excellent place nice and quiet friendly…

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 Garry J. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Excellent place nice and quiet friendly atmosphere

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I really enjoyed my pitstop at…

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Helen W. 3 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked I really enjoyed my pitstop at Howdy. The campsite is very nicely laid out and the available facilities are excellent. The shower and toilet was clean and a small common room is provided to allow phone charging, access to a microwave, and a fridge freezer. I was fortunate to enjoy the panoramic views from the campsite on a lovely sunny evening. The glamping looks fabulous - I will most definitely visit again!

Disliked Not much to dislike really! I had stopped off enroute to a wedding in Scotland so didn’t explore the local area. I didn’t use the wifi so can’t comment on that.

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This was the most wonderful place…

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Simon Dominic C. 4 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked This was the most wonderful place I have ever stayed at. The owners were so welcoming you wouldn't believe. Idilic, peacefull, packed with positive vibes. I'll honestly never forget our time there, the evening fireside get together with the owners made me feel right at home. Facilties are great, and it's location is beautiful.

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This was the best place I…

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Anonymous

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked This was the best place I could have chosen for a pit stop! As a solo female traveller, Toms campsite was an absolute dream. Easy to find, safe, communal, and the went above and beyond my expectations

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Loved it all!!!!…

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 Helen C. 6 reviews

Primitive cement/asphalt campervan campsite

Liked Loved it all!!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

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 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

Forest Hikers’ paradise Luxury Peaceful Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Howdy Glamping and Campsite

Field Head Farm

Great Strickland

Penrith

Cumbria

England

CA10 3DU

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.59111°N
2.66947°W

Nearest transport

Coach
9.8 km Rail Station
26.2 km Kelsick Road opposite Library
27.2 km Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
9.8 km Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
11.5 km Langwathby Rail Station
11.9 km Appleby Rail Station
Ferry
10.4 km Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
12.7 km Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
18.5 km 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

The ruins of 13th-century Brougham Castle (15 minutes’ drive) occupy a pretty spot on the banks of the River Eamont and have far-reaching views of the Eden Valley. An elegant and imposing façade is all that remains of Lowther Castle (15 minutes), built in the early 1800s. The gardens here include landscaped areas, wildflower meadows and woodland, as well as an adventure playground. Independent shops and cafés line the cobbled streets of the historic town of Penrith (20 minutes). The remains of a medieval fortress overlook Castle Park, where you can stroll among rose gardens or have a picnic on the lawn while the children let off some steam in the playground. Ullswater (20 minutes) is the second-largest lake in the Lake District. Explore its wooded banks on foot (there’s a spectacular trail following the eastern shore, from Howtown to Glenridding), hop on a cruise or hire a canoe or paddleboard from any of the waterfront outfits.

Must see

The Rheged Centre 9.6 km

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 10.5 km

Ullswater Steamers 18.5 km

Rydal Mount and Gardens 25.8 km

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 27.2 km

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 7.8 km

Townend 25.6 km

Windermere and Troutbeck 27.5 km

Grasmere and Great Langdale 28.4 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 32.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

LOWTHER CASTLE 4.3 km

ASKHAM HALL 5.5 km

THE IMAGE GARDEN 5.7 km

Shap and Haweswater 6.9 km

Shap, the Abbey and Keld Chapel 7 km

Local events

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

    Penrith, England 3.3 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Howdy Glamping and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Howdy Glamping and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Howdy Glamping and Campsite? The ruins of 13th-century Brougham Castle (15 minutes’ drive) occupy a pretty spot on the banks of the River Eamont and have far-reaching views of the Eden Valley. An elegant and imposing … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Howdy Glamping and Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Howdy Glamping and Campsite? From $46.22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.