Gill Head Farm
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- 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
Site type
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 3 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Minimum spacing of 4 metres between pitches.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Wifi is available only in communal room and does not reach individual pitches.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 21 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass tent pitch
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 5m width × 10m depth
Calculated area: 50m²
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 6m depth
Calculated area: 30m²
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
View prices & bookCamping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £65 (£65)
View prices & bookCamping pod
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £70 (£70)
View prices & bookKipper cabin
2 people maximum
Dimensions: 14ft width × 15ft length
Arrival daysFrom £75 (£75)
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Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
Gill Head Farm is a gem for its stunning Lake District spot, with grand views and handy access. Guests rave about the spotless loos, showers, and common areas, plus the lovely staff. It's known for being great for families, with roomy pitches and plenty of facilities for everyone, making it a top pick for a quiet, grand break.
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Nice overnight stay
Camping pod (no pets)
Liked Beautiful location, reasonably priced accommodation. Our youngest daughter really enjoyed the little play area and seeing the chickens roaming around. No late night noise which was great for us. Hired the fire pit which was great and also had breakfast the next morning at the farm shop cafe nearby which was tasty.
Disliked No real instructions on where to go when you arrive but did find it ok. Didn't realise there was under floor heating as we arrived a bit later and didn't notice the thermostat on the wall, saw it in the morning and it had been on full all night making the pod very hot.
Recommend to friends Visit again
excellent site - clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches.
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked we loved our stay here at Gill Head. reception was super friendly and helpful, everything was clean and quiet and it was just a great base for us to explore the lakes!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent well run site. Very clean and well maintained. Pods great
Camping pod (no pets)
Liked Glamping pod. Very clean well latex out campsite. Great camp kitchen
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent site for peace.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Stayed as a family of 10 beautiful surroundings peaceful. Pitch size great whole site clean and tidy. Friendly staff. Nothing much for the older kids could do with a bit fenced off for ball games.
Disliked Been eaten by the bugs not the fault of the site.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Briliant site to stay with family
Camping pod
Liked We enjoyed our stay at Gill head farm. There were everything what we need, like toilets, showers, fridge and freezer. All facilities have been clean and ready to use. Play ground for kids was very good. Wooden pod comfy. There are lots of walk route bettwen the farm. Hope, we will back again.
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Amazing views, very clean, little park for the kids close…
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Amazing views, very clean, little park for the kids close to a little waterfall also dog friendly 😀 would definitely book again
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Beautiful location, family friendly, great facilities.…
Camping pod
Liked Beautiful location, family friendly, great facilities.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Fabulous campsite. Great location and facilities.…
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Fabulous campsite. Great location and facilities.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Clean and well maintained. Lots of space. Nice toilet and shower facilities.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked Clean and well maintained. Lots of space. Nice toilet and shower facilities. Good park for kids. Covered wash area and inside community room.
Disliked Nothing.
Recommend to friends Visit again
A great little campsite that ticks all the boxes if you’re looking…
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked A great little campsite that ticks all the boxes if you’re looking for a peaceful and relaxed stay. The atmosphere is really chilled, laid back and easy going both day and night, making it perfect for unwinding and having a safe space for the family plus sleep.
Facilities are well-maintained, with consistently hot showers and everything kept impressively clean. Guests are respectful of the site rules, including cleaning up after using the showers and communal areas, which really adds to the overall experience.
The plots themselves are spacious and well laid out, plenty of drinking water stations, we had an electric supplement, but weren’t forced into a particular spot which meant we could get close to a friends pitch. It’s also super easy to get to, just a short hop off the motorway, making it an ideal base to hop off to areas of interest.
Highly recommend for anyone looking for a calm, clean, and convenient place to pitch up.
Disliked Shop isn’t open late so be prepared for items you need if coming back slightly later, however I’m sure they’ll help if asked for supplies.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Gill Head Farm
Troutbeck
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA11 0ST
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.6334°N
2.96195°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Allonby | 33.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Seascale | 43.1 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
St Bees | 44.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 9.4 km
Castlerigg Stone Circle 9.4 km
Ullswater Steamers 10 km
The Rheged Centre 11.6 km
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 14.6 km
National Trust
Grasmere and Great Langdale 22.1 km
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 23.4 km
Townend 25 km
Wordsworth House and Garden 26.4 km
Windermere and Troutbeck 27.3 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 3.7 km
Mungrisdale - Bannerdale Crags 3.7 km
Threlkeld - Blencathra - Sharp Edge - Scales - Threlkeld 6.2 km
Threlkeld, Westcoe and Keswick Railway 6.3 km
Aira Force - Dockray - Dowthwaitehead - Aira Force 7.2 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Gill Head Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gill Head Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Gill Head Farm? Ullswater is the nearest of the lakes at 10 minutes’ drive away, so that’s as good a place to start as any – stop by at Aira Force waterfall on your way … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gill Head Farm?
Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From €32.33 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.