Ice pack freezing | Best Campsites in Hesket Newmarket, Cumbria, England 2026

9.6

Wallace Lane Farm

Wigton, Cumbria, England

Quiet hillside farm site in west Cumbria with views to the sea
Coast, lakes, hill walks and mountain biking within 40 minutes' drive
Around five minutes' drive to Caldbeck for pub, cafés and shop

8.6

Camping at Cardewlees

Carlisle, Cumbria, England

Family-run site with scenic views across farmland and fells
A 15-minute drive to the city of Carlisle and 30 to the Lake District
Supermarkets, restaurants and a swimming pool a 25-minute walk away

9.2

Ullswater Holiday Park

Penrith, Cumbria, England

Spacious family park with spectacular views of Lake District fells
Penrith a 20-minute drive and Lake Ullswater within a 30-minute walk
Marina, licensed bar with TV and a games room, shop and playground

9.5

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

9.3

Inn at the Bush

Wigton, Cumbria, England

Family- and biker-friendly site next to a pub serving food
On the edge of the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Hadrian's Wall within three miles; 10 minutes' drive from Wigton

Opens 6 March 2026

9.7

Mains Farm Camping and Caravan Site

Penrith, Cumbria, England

Safe and spacious site for letting kids run around
A popular setting for anglers and cyclists
Lakes, Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish border within 40 minutes’ drive

Opens 27 February 2026

7.9

Whinfell Hall Farm Campsite

Cockermouth, Cumbria, England

Secluded and peaceful base from which to explore the western lakes
Hot showers and hairdryers available on site
Dogs welcome and barbecues allowed

9.2

Cherry Trees Farm

Wigton, Cumbria, England

Off-grid camping pods in a rural spot with gorgeous Solway Firth views
Five minutes’ drive to North Lakeland fells; 30 minutes to Keswick
Well-equipped pods with stoves; shared spa hot tub and LPG showers

9.4

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

9.7

Irton House Farm

Cockermouth, Cumbria, England

Peaceful site on a farm five minutes' drive from Bassenthwaite
Spectacular views over Bassenthwaite Lake and Skiddaw
Distillery and wildlife park within a few minutes' drive

9.9

Lakes Yurts

Cockermouth, Cumbria, England

Luxurious yurts in the Lake District, 20 minutes' drive from Keswick
Peaceful field on the edge of a farm 10 mins' drive from Cockermouth
Bedding, woodburner and fully-equipped kitchen in each yurt

Kestrel Lodge

Keswick, Cumbria, England

A small, quite, friendly site for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle, only 15 mins from Keswick.
Back to basics campsite, below Skiddaw and above Bassenthwaite Lake, the perfect peaceful base for adventures in the Northern Lake District Fells
Great for backpackers, bikepackers and families alike, four legged friends are also welcome, with a fire pit provided for each pitch.