Campfires allowed: Campsites in Ambleside, England
21 bookable campsites within 24.1 kilometres of Ambleside
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
The Herdwick Huts
Ambleside, Cumbria, England- Traditional shepherd’s huts at Rydal Hall in the Lake District
- Walk to Rydal Water, Rydal Mount, Grasmere and mountains from the site
- Brazier and bench outside; pub with badgers and food a short walk away
Sykeside Camping Park
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Remote location but with easy access to the Lake District and Cumbria
- In a walker's paradise in the Dovedale Valley
- Modern facilities and well-stocked shop
Ings Kippers Campsite and Shepherd's Hut
Windermere, Cumbria, England- Small, basic adults-only site two miles from Windermere
- Well placed for cycle paths and public transport; pub five mins' walk
- Firepit provided for each pitch; wood available to buy on site
Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Peaceful family-run farm site next to the River Derwent
- Excellent base for hikes, including Scafell and Great Gable
- Woodfired pizzas on Saturday nights, a short walk away
Social District
Newby Bridge, Cumbria, England- Dog-friendly Lake District site on the shore of Lake Windermere
- Less than five minutes' drive from activity centres and a ferry stop
- Dog park and fishing on site; campfires and barbecues permitted
Crake Valley Holiday Park
Water Yeat, Cumbria, England- Quiet family park in 16 acres of woods next to Coniston Water
- A 15-minute drive from Ulverston and 20 minutes from Windermere
- Stunning views on site and great walks in the surrounding area
Water Yeat Campsite
Water Yeat, Cumbria, England- Riverside camping next to Coniston Water in the Lake District
- A 20-minute drive to Windermere; 15 minutes to Ulverston
- Spacious pick-your-own grass pitches with mountain and fellside views
Dalegarth Campsite
Boot, Cumbria, England- Pop-up site next to the River Esk in the Upper Eskdale valley
- Access to hill walking and wild swimming spots in the Lake District
- A 35-minute walk from an outdoor activity centre; pub 10 minutes
Abbots Reading Farm
Ulverston, Cumbria, England- Glamping pods on a working farm in the Lake District National Park
- A 10-minute drive to the Lakes Aquarium; 20 to South Lakes Safari Zoo
- Football field and communal barn; barbecue and firepit per pod
Moss Howe Farm
Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, England- In the Cumbrian hills a couple of miles from Witherslack
- A 15-minute drive from Grange-over-Sands and 25 from Windermere
- Campfires allowed: firepits for hire and wood for sale on site
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
Cockin Farm Campsite
Kendal, Cumbria, England- Family-run farm site at the foot of Whinfell Beacon
- A 25-minute drive from Windermere; 15 minutes from Kendal
- Hiking and cycling nearby and five miles from the Yorkshire Dales
Crosbythwaite Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, England- Simple pop-up campsite on a farm in the Lake District National Park
- Coniston Water half an hour’s drive; South Lakes Safari Zoo 40 minutes
- Off-grid grass pitches; snack shed selling breakfasts and sandwiches
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, England- Small, quiet site on a working farm with scenic views near a village
- Woodland valley with walks, bike rides and riding trails all around
- Peaceful Lake District site; no music, groups, ball games or under-15s
Lane End Farm
Broughton Mills, Cumbria, England- Small Lake District farm site for families and couples
- Two miles from Broughton-in-Furness; Coniston Water 20 minutes' drive
- Family-run farm with sheep and cows; eggs and logs available to buy
Helton Campsite
Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, England- Scenic Lake District site with easy access from the M6
- A 10-minute drive to Pooley Bridge, Ullswater and Lowther Castle
- Laidback pitches with space for kids to play; dogs welcome
Newlands Valley Campsite
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Well-maintained Lake District site half a kilometre from Derwentwater
- A five-minute drive from Catbells; 15 minutes from Whinlatter Forest
- Pub with a beer garden a short walk away; adventure centre nearby
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
Hollin Head Campsite
Eskdale, Cumbria, England- Family-run hill farm campsite five minutes’ drive from Boot in Eskdale
- West Lakes Adventure five minutes’ drive; Muncaster Castle 15 minutes
- Lake District walks straight from the off-grid, dog-friendly pitches
Gill Head Farm
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Working hill farm in the north of the Lake District National Park
- A 15-minute drive from Keswick and Penrith; 10 minutes from Ullswater
- Stunning views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells
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