Peacock Farm Camping

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Camping field and views around the site
Camping field and views around the site
Bell tent pitched up on our farm
Bell tent pitched up on our farm
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Views around the site
Views around the site
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Bell tent pitched up on our farm
Bell tent pitched up on our farm
Views around the site

  • Lake District wild camping site 10 minutes’ drive from Kendal
  • Windermere 15 minutes’ drive; Scafell Pike 50 minutes
  • Dogs welcome; resident sheep and cows; five minutes’ walk from a pub
It’s not quite ‘blink and you’ll miss it’ at Peacock Farm Camping, but it’s worth noting that this family-friendly site is open to the public only for 60 precious days a year, so it pays to time your holiday just right… This is a pop-up site on a working farm on the south-eastern fringes of Lake District National Park, where profits from the wild camping go to Dreamflight, a UK charity that supports children with a serious illness or disability to go on a dream holiday. Almost halfway between Kendal (10 minutes’ drive) and Windermere (15 minutes), it has a pretty privileged location for exploring this spectacular corner of England, with views of distant wooded hills and fields surrounded by moss-covered stone walls. Amenities are on the simple side at Peacock Farm, but there are portable toilets for guests. In addition, you’re welcome to light up a barbecue or a campfire when it’s time for dinner. Need provisions? The nearest shop is just across the A591 (five minutes), or you can head into Kendal or Staveley (10 minutes). And if you fancy a pub meal (steak, fish and chips, curry…), you have to walk only about five minutes down the lane. There are dog-friendly walks in the vicinity, but while on the farm, please keep your canine buddy on a lead so as not to spook the resident animals, which include sheep and cows. There is also plenty of wildlife to be seen on your hikes – from red squirrels to nesting ospreys at Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve (15 minutes), where the peaty ponds also attract dragonflies and damselflies.

Site type

Tent sites 60
Open now
Opens 18 July
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 18 Jul to

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Reviews

9.4

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100% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

A tranquil, back-to-basics farm stay with great views and animals. Basic but clean portaloos. Spacious and quiet, perfect for Lake District trips. Some found it a bit remote, with a rocky track, no water taps or bins. Good value, many would return.

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Jennifer R.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Stunning views peace and quiet up a small farm track great pizza from pub on the site down the road

Disliked Portaloos could have done with being emptied not sure when they were last emptied but were pretty full 😳

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holly m.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Perfect space to escape the busy life, great views from every angle that give you the wild camping experience all while feeling secure, communication was great from the owners and all charges go towards charity !

Disliked Nothing

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A great value site with excellent views which could be improved.

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Mike C.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Nice quiet site and free to choose pitch.

Disliked It would be a big improvement to have mains water connected. I appreciate that there is no drain so flush toilets would not be possible but some more portaloos at the far end of the site would be good, as well as another water point.

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We loved our first camping trip away with the dog here.

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Amber R.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Absolutely loved the views, the friendly nature of the campsite, animals and the proximity to the lakes.

Disliked Nothing! 10/10

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Back to basics camping, field, sink,…

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Stuart S.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Back to basics camping, field, sink, loos. All you need.

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Good site although no running water and being your own.

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Dan H.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Be aware, no running water and access is along a fairly long track.

Great views, plenty of space and a good campsite.

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Farmers field, back to basics! Lots of local walks & local village!

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Jane H.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Fantastic weekend! Fabulous locations, lots of local walks accessible from camp! A short walk into the village through the farmers fields! It is what it says it- A farmers fields, portaloos & a cold water sink. Great for switching off for the weekend :)

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Anonymous

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Liked Beautiful location with great views. Easy to get to and freedom to pitch in a location that suited you. Proceeds go to charity.

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An absolute gem of a site! Able to pick own pitch on arrival.

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Marian W.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked The stunning view, the 10 minute walk to local pub and the walks un surrounding areas. Also like the fact that the mo eye frim the bookings goes to a charity.

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Simple and picturesque what more do…

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Thomas B.

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Liked Simple and picturesque what more do you need

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No running water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

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

Location

Peacock Farm Camping

Ashes Lane

Staveley

Kendal

Cumbria

England

LA8 9JS

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.36133°N
2.8076°W

Route directions

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Nearest transport

Coach
5.3 km Bus Station
5.4 km Bus Station
5.4 km Bus Station
Rail
1.7 km Staveley Rail Station
2.8 km Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
5.5 km Kendal Rail Station
Ferry
7.5 km Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal
8.1 km Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing
8.6 km Far Sawrey Windermere Ferry Terminal

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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - National Trust - Sizergh: 10 minutes’ drive - Bowness-on-Windermere (lake cruises): 20 minutes - Lakes Aquarium: 25 minutes - National Trust - Hill Top (former home of Beatrix Potter): 40 minutes - Scafell Pike: 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe North 31.7 km Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Morecambe South 32.4 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Haverigg 36.6 km Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Silecroft 38.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Walney West Shore 40.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The World of Beatrix Potter 7.3 km

Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 7.5 km

Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 7.6 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 9 km

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 9.8 km

National Trust

Windermere and Troutbeck 7.6 km

Townend 8.8 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 9 km

Hill Top 10.6 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 12.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 2 km

Scout Scar - Helsington 4.3 km

Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 5.5 km

Kendal and Scout Scar 5.5 km

The River Kent and Kendal 6.5 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 Peacock Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Peacock Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Peacock Farm Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - National Trust - Sizergh: 10 minutes’ drive - Bowness-on-Windermere (lake cruises): 20 minutes - Lakes Aquarium: 25 minutes - National Trust - Hill Top (former home … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Peacock Farm Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Peacock Farm Camping? From $38.97 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.