Low Hollows

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Stunning views
Stunning views
Blencathra views
The site entrance
The farmhouse
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Blencathra views
The site entrance
The farmhouse

  • Lake District pop-up site in the foothills of Blencathra
  • Keswick, Skiddaw and Helvellyn all within a 10-minute drive
  • Simple, spacious pitches with a stream for paddling
The owners of Low Hollows reckon they’ve got one of the most stunning locations in the Lake District… and it’s easy to see why they love it. This Cumbria pop-up site is in the foothills of Blencathra, so it’s a scenic place, and it’s easy to get to as well – it's just a little way off the A66. That handy position means that it’s easy to get to the village of Threlkeld, a mile away, for two excellent pubs and a coffee shop – or continue on to the bigger market town of Keswick, less than 10 minutes’ drive away. The Keswick to Penrith bus route stops in the village too, so you can get out and about easily without taking the car. And where might your outings take you? Well, it’s all about the open air around here: climbing, horse riding, canoeing and shooting are all within five miles, and there’s a golf course less than a mile away. Cyclists can head out on the C2C (Coast to Coast) route from the village, while walkers take strolls along the Keswick to Threlkeld railway line path. More intrepid types can tick off several Lakeland fells nearby, including Skiddaw and Helvellyn as well as Blencathra. Sounds rather like you’ll need time to chill out back on site – and handily there’s plenty of space for that, plus a stream for soothing tired feet. Barbecues are permitted on the pitches, and you’re welcome to bring dogs and kids (there’s a whole lot of field for them to scamper about in). Facilities are on the low-key side, with just showers and toilets (two of each for the ladies and gents) and a washing-up area.

Site type

Tent pitches 50
Open now
Opens 3 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Some pitches may be on a slight slope.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 3 Apr to

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Reviews

8.8

Overall rating from 216 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Spectacular sceneryPeaceful

92% would recommend this site to a friend

89% would stay here again

What customers say

Brilliant mountain views, loads of space and a chilled vibe. Showers are spotless and hot, but the loos can get busy. Great for walks, handy for Keswick and a pint. Some pitches are a bit wonky, but it's well-kept and a good deal. Mind the odd bit of noise from neighbours.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Nice site- would come again

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8 out of 10
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Claire Q. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Peaceful, chilled and not busy at all. No allocated pitches or checking in, just arrive and pitch up. Just how I like it but if you're looking for amenities this is not your place. Great location for surrounding activities

Disliked Not a dislike as it didn't bother us with it being quiet but only 2 toilets and 2 showers per gender- can see how that might be an issue if the site is busy.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Stunning location

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Iain S. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Price, stunning location, basic but ample facilities

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Descent location, reosonable price, toilet and…

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7 out of 10
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David M. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Descent location, reosonable price, toilet and shower facilities were clean and modern.

Disliked Nice showers and toilets, but far too few for the number of campers.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location, owner just left us…

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Brooke W. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Beautiful location, owner just left us to it and we wasn’t bothered or hastled at all, lovely and quiet, my two year old loved it. Great value for money

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic site! Will definitely be back. Highly recommend.

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Ruth B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Beautiful setting with fantastic mountain views!
Was pleasantly surprised to find showers on site which is amazing given the price and it being a pop up campsite!
Also saw that there were games in the shower block, a bbq, and logs etc you can purchase.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very basic site, which was perfect!…

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Charlotte B. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Very basic site, which was perfect! Literally toilets, showers and a sink to wash your pots.
Parked on the bottom field so got our steps in going up the bank to the toilets etc!
Great location - outstanding views.
No wifi!

Disliked Grass needed cutting, would have made things that bit easier!
Noisy neighbours - isn't there an unwritten rule that you should be quiet between 10pm & 6am?

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing views and facilities…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Amazing views and facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely spot, good facilities.…

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Harvi B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely spot, good facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect for a one night stop gap.

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danny l. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Well away from the sound of traffic.
Easy to find.
Always good to have showers and toilets.
Lovely panoramic views.

Disliked The washing area within the barn was very unhygienic due to the nesting swallows and their poop being everywhere.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good stay, will come back.

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8 out of 10
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Theodore D. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Chilled owners.
Nice setting with a good amount of space.
Toilet block charming and functional, reasonably clean.
Good showers.

Disliked Queue for toilet block can get annoying as only two showers/toilets per gender.
Ran out of toilet paper.
Says arrive 2-5pm but the owners seem very lax on this and would have been nice to know in advance.
Same with one tent per pitch, definitely could have gotten away with two tents on one.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Remote location Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Low Hollows

Threlkeld

Keswick

Cumbria

England

CA12 4SZ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.62626°N
3.0345°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.5 km Bus Station
18.3 km Rail Station
19.2 km Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
18.2 km Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
24.1 km Wigton Rail Station
24.2 km Aspatria Rail Station
Ferry
7.7 km Keswick Ferry Landing
8.5 km Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
8.6 km Ashness Gate Derwentwater 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

So, you’ve just arrived, and the kids (or big kids) in your group are raring and ready for adventures. Handily, as well as all the footpaths such as Skiddaw trails (10 minutes’ drive), Catbells trails (15 minutes) and the Helvellyn trails (10 minutes), Keswick (10 minutes) has boat hire, the Kong Adventure Centre with climbing walls, caving activities and outdoor excursions or the Puzzling Place for the ultimate optical illusion. In Whinlatter Forest Park (15 minutes), mountain biking and cycling may be on the cards, or Segwaying, Go Ape and guided alpaca treks… at Aira Force waterfall and Ullswater (15 minutes), there's a gorgeous waterfall trail… while at The Lakes Distillery (20 minutes), on the menu are whisky tours and tastings. If it’s history you’re after, head to the Castlerigg Stone Circle (10 minutes), a historic circle with spectacular views of fells, or the Grade I-listed Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens (15 minutes). After all that, there’s always lots of animals to spot at the Lake District Wildlife Park (20 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 30.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Seascale 39 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
St Bees 40 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Southerness 45.6 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Castlerigg Stone Circle 4.9 km

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 10.1 km

Ullswater Steamers 10.9 km

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 11 km

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 14.1 km

National Trust

Grasmere and Great Langdale 21 km

Wordsworth House and Garden 21.9 km

Townend 25.2 km

Windermere and Troutbeck 27.5 km

Coniston and Tarn Hows 27.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Blencathra Classic - Sharp Edge and Narrow Edge 1.2 km

Threlkeld, Westcoe and Keswick Railway 1.6 km

Threlkeld - Blencathra - Sharp Edge - Scales - Threlkeld 1.6 km

Blencathra Ridge 3.1 km

Castlerigg Stone Circle and St John's in the Vale 4.8 km

Local events

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

    Penrith, England 20.7 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 Low Hollows have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Low Hollows dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Low Hollows? So, you’ve just arrived, and the kids (or big kids) in your group are raring and ready for adventures. Handily, as well as all the footpaths such as Skiddaw trails (10 minutes’ … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Low Hollows?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  14:00 –  17:00
    Depart by:  10:30
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Low Hollows? From €25.51 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.