Birdwatching: Campsites in North West England

Thacka Lea

Wildlife Glamping

• Adults-only glamping in the south of the Lake District National Park
• Five minutes' drive from Colton; Hawkshead 20 minutes
• Furnished bell tents pitched 60 metres apart

Kez's Campsite

• Peaceful field site on a family farm with access to tennis court
• Around 20 minutes’ drive to Kendal, Kirkby Lonsdale and Morecambe
• Dog-friendly site between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District

Near Moss Farm Leisure

Thirlspot Farm Camping

• Situated at the foot of Helvellyn, 300 metres’ walk to Thirlmere
• A 10-minute drive from both Keswick and Grasmere on the A591
• Direct access to lakeside hiking and cycling trails and local pubs

Candlewyck

• Secluded glamping spot close to Ulverston in Cumbria’s Lake District
• Ulverston 10 minutes’ walk; South Lakes Safari Zoo 10 minutes’ drive
• Luxury bell tents with kitchen and private bathroom; close to walks

Great Langdale Campsite

Wyreside Lakes Fishery

• Peaceful site for families and couples
• On-site lakes for carp and coarse fishing
• Clubhouse, playground, games room and shop

Sandfold Pop-up Camping

• Simple campsite under a mile from the foot of Lake Windermere
• In the hamlet of Newby Bridge; 20 minutes' drive from Coniston Water
• Within 10 minutes' walk of a spa and lakeside Fell Foot Park

Grizedale Campsite

Greendales Farm

• A mile and a half from the nearest beach
• Three miles from Morecambe
• Within day trip distance of Blackpool, the Dales and the Lake District

Manor House Caravan Park

• The perfect retreat for relaxation and adventure
• Located on the edge of the Lake District National Park
• Fantastic views of the Lakelland Fells and Solway Firth.

The Pastures

• Single ensuite camping pod in a Cumbrian wildlife haven
• 15 minutes' walk from the medieval village of Cartmel
• With wetroom, heater, Freeview TV and fridge

Mount Eden Camping

• Small campsite in Cumbria's scenic Eden Valley
• Five minutes' drive from Penrith town centre; Ullswater 15 minutes
• Back to basics camping field with flat and spacious pitches

Holmehead

• Peaceful Cumbria shepherd's hut on the banks of the Irthing river
• Hadrian's Wall and Lanercost Priory within 20 minutes' walk
• Insulated hut with woodburning stove and private bathroom

Martin Lane Farm

• Well-maintained Lancashire farm site 10 minutes' drive from Ormskirk
• A 15-minute drive to Southport; 40 minutes to central Liverpool
• Five minutes' walk from the canal; two pubs within walking distance