Low Hollows

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Stunning views
Stunning views
Blencathra views
The site entrance
The farmhouse
Pitching field
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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 230 Pitchup.com customers

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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

Lovely spot for walkers, easy on the pocket with great views. Roomy pitches, chilled vibe. Basic but clean loos and hot showers. Watch for sloped bits and queues when busy. Some noise from others heard.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 7/7/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Incredible stay!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Incredible views, under 10 mins away from the stunning Keswick town centre. Great shower and toilet facilities, very clean, great pitches, beck at the bottom of the campsite.

Disliked Nothing!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Site was large with good views.…

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 Lucinda S. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Site was large with good views.

Disliked Not enough toilets and showers for the size of the site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Carefully consider where you pitch up!

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5 out of 10
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Kate Y. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great location, plenty of space and friendly relaxed feel to the campsite

Disliked Most people were considerate and respectful, but unfortunately a couple of parties, including the one right beside us, were not at all. They played music and talked very loudly until 2am and nobody polices this. Toilet facilities were adequate as it wasn’t incredibly busy, but wouldn’t be great if the site was at full capacity.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Simple comforts. Endless skies. And Blencathra,…

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 Monika D. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Simple comforts. Endless skies. And Blencathra, quietly taking your breath away. 100% recommended 👌

Recommend to friends Visit again

Superb site - will be back

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Jeremy H. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great fields, tons of space, good showers and toilets.

Disliked Toilet block was exceptionally hot inside. We also had the unfortunate experience of noisy drunken people in the tents next to us who were up drinking and playing music until past 2am. Given families with young children were there, and many were taking on the challenge of local fells, it was a shame, and disrespectful of that group. No fault of the site though.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site and facilities for the price

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Nicole M. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great price, toilets and showers clean. Plenty of space to pitch. Amazing views and great location for accessing the lakes.

Disliked Was on the noisy side until fairly late after 12.30 people were still being noisy. Id still return

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Recommend

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 Monika G. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely, quiet campsite with a peaceful atmosphere. I also appreciated that there was hot water available for washing the dishes.

Disliked Some parts of the ground were a little uneven, but there were still plenty of flat spots where you could easily pitch a tent.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice and cheap…

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Adam W. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Nice and cheap

Recommend to friends Visit again

I'll be back.

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 Michal M. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked everything except the road

Disliked it was raining anthe road to the tent pitch was very slippery as it is on the slope. I had to ask srangersto push my car to be able to drive up the road. It might help to put some rubble into the ruts.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A beautiful site and good value for money

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7 out of 10
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Nicola Gale B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked There's definitely a charm about it, location is great especially for Blencathra, it's beautiful, it's cheap, I loved the swallows in the barn, I would go back there.

Disliked The steep slope, I pitched there one night and was sliding downhill on my camping mat. The next night I pitched at the bottom and had 3 loud young men next door to me, swearing and playing music till 12pm at least. Needed someone to do the rounds and sort them out.
After a rainy night I struggled to get the van back up the hill!
Also it would be great if you cut the grass on the first field.

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 €25.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.