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Gill Head Farm

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Gill Head Farm: Exterior (photo added by carolincastro on 04/21/2021)

General

  • 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

Check out those views… family-run Gill Head Farm is a scenic place indeed, with a backdrop of Blencathra and the Northern Fells. And it’s a cinch to get to as well – this site on the banks of Trout Beck is less than a mile from the A66, so you can get your fix of proper rural time without having to navigate miles of winding lanes.

It’s often said that visitors to the Lake District National Park are spoilt for choice when it comes to activities – and that’s certainly true at this Cumbria site. Days of hikes, horse riding, watersports, climbing, visiting historic houses and wild swimming are among the many options around here. If you don’t know where to start, have a chat with the owners – as outdoorsy folk themselves they’re happy to help plan your adventures and offer up local tips.

Whatever you get up to by day, it also must be noted that those views make a great setting for an evening by the campfire – handily, there are firepits to hire on site, and bags of logs and kindling for sale. What if it’s not campfire weather? Retreat to the indoor communal area which has comfy seating, a dining area and a little kitchen area (with microwaves, kettles, a fridge and a freezer) – or take the 15-minute walk to the local pub.

To stock up on food for your barbecues/picnics there are plenty of shops in Penrith and Keswick, both 15 minutes’ drive away (or get to Keswick on the bus). Back at base, facilities include a laundry room and a shower/toilet block that was done up in 2019 to offer spacious and clean amenities.

Please note that group bookings are strictly not allowed at Gill Head Farm. Due to the rural location, the wifi also does not cover the whole site and is limited to a hotspot in the communal room.

Please note

Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, 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.

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

The campground/park 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 campground/park: 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 campground/park are unlit.

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

No electric barbecues allowed.

Roof tents, trailer tents and campervans are only permitted on the gravel pitches.


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Reviews

9.6

Overall rating based on 1201 reviews

 

97% would recommend this site to a friend.

96% would stay here again.

  74% described as Spectacular scenery ?

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This is our second time staying here and as before …10/30/2023

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  • Powered grass and gravel caravan site
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
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    This is our second time staying here and as before we really enjoyed our stay. The toilets and showers were clean . The communal area is amazing with toasters,microwaves,sofas and a tv to name a few of the features the thoughful owners have provided.

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Wonderful site with amazing views across the Lake District, friendly …10/30/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomMichael D.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Camping pod (no pets)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Wonderful site with amazing views across the Lake District, friendly hosts, the toilets and showers are immaculate, and an added bonus of a well equipped communal area. What's not to like.
    Thank you.

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Brilliant site, great and clean facilities, camping pods great value10/29/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAlex H.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Camping pod (no pets)
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
  • Liked: 

    Everything spot on really
    Professionaly ran and great value for money

    Disliked: 

    Nothing

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Anonymous user

Location, reception staff, friendly and always helpful. Showers and water …10/30/2023

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  • Power optional grass tent site
  • Recommend to friends   Visit again
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    Location, reception staff, friendly and always helpful. Showers and water temp good. Toilets clean. The views of the hills/mountains!

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Lovely location and very friendly staff.10/29/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousMobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Powered grass and gravel caravan site
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    Lovely location and very friendly staff.

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Wonderful settings, cosy cabin, and great facilities10/30/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomHannah L.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Kipper cabin
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    Lovely stay in Kipper Cabin, sharing the surroundings with red squirrels, rabbits, bats, and so many birds! I got absolutely drenched on my walks, but it was lovely to come back and sit in front of the fire with a coffee, watching the red squirrels!

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Anonymous user

Clean toilets Nice and quiet Beautiful views Short drive to …10/25/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousMobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Powered grass and gravel caravan site
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    Clean toilets
    Nice and quiet
    Beautiful views
    Short drive to local walks

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    Not a lot walking distance away

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Accommodating with a late check in, large pitch, nice to …10/28/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomAnonymousMobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Powered grass and gravel caravan site
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    Accommodating with a late check in, large pitch, nice to have a kettle and toaster in the common area.

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    Toilets and showers weren't very clean or tidy, I did raise it at the beginning of our stay and there was no improvement by the end. Road noise was quite distracting from the A66.

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One of the best places we’ve stayed *****10/22/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomGreg R.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Powered grass and gravel caravan site
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    Second time we’ve stayed here and loved it as much as the first time!
    Beautiful location, well kept and cared for site and friendly management on hand for anything you need.
    We came last time with the kids, who throughly loved the space to run around, enjoy the play area and go and see the animals in the barns - this time as couple only for a birthday (peaceful) weekend, but we will be booking again for spring with the kids.
    Definitely recommend, one of our favourite spots we’ve found so far and definitely recommend the Troutbeck Inn for dinner (2 minutes away) - amazing staff and great food.

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5 star10/20/2023

Reviewer's country: United KingdomWill A.Mobile phone iconConfirmed

  • Power optional grass tent site
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    Great campsite, great location great views and great facilities, owners very friendly will definitely be returning

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Features

Coronavirus

Capacity reduced to increase social distancing

Check-in: contactless (in person)

Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided

Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning

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 site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

D. of E. welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Rallies welcome

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Communal freezer

Communal fridge

Dump point

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transport nearby

Type

Farm

Medium (26-50 sites)

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 nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

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  • Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria, England, CA11 0ST
  • Timezone Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)   GPS 54.6334°N 2.9620°W

Nearest transport

Coach stations
Bus Station — 12.2 kilometres
Rail Station — 13.5 kilometres
Lakeside House for Dove Cottage — 20.3 kilometres
Train stations
Penrith North Lakes Rail Station — 13.5 kilometres
Langwathby Rail Station — 20.4 kilometres
Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station — 21.2 kilometres
Ferry ports
Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing — 9.1 kilometres
Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing — 9.4 kilometres
Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing — 10.0 kilometres
Airports
Newcastle International Airport — 92.1 kilometres

Directions


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

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 down there, then get down to the lake itself for waterside walks, steamer cruises and various watersports – or even a wild swim if you’re feeling brave.

Over on the banks of Derwentwater, Keswick (15 minutes’ drive) is another good place to explore, with a brewery, The Puzzling Place and the Derwent Pencil Museum as well as boat trips and paddleboards to hire.

Walkers of all varieties have much to choose from around here, from gentle lakeside wanders to uphill scrambles at Blencathra and Helvellyn, both of which are close by. The folk on the farm are happy to suggest routes to suit – or point you towards the likes of Dalemain Mansion (15 minutes), Mirehouse & Gardens (20 minutes) or Lowther Castle (25 minutes) for stately-home strolls.

Must see

  • Dalemain Historic House & Gardens (9.4 kilometres)
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle (9.4 kilometres)
  • Ullswater Steamers (10.0 kilometres)

National Trust

  • Grasmere and Great Langdale (22.1 kilometres)
  • Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill (23.4 kilometres)

Cycle routes

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

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel.

Policies

Permitted arrival/departure time

Camping and caravan
Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
On-site accommodation
Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
Depart by:  10:30 a.m.

Gill Head Farm cancellation policy

No refunds within 10 days of arrival date.

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

The campground/park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Refunds within the indicated cancellation period are only possible if the campground/park is able to relet your unit/site.

Bookings cannot be amended within 5 day(s) of arrival.

Modifications are subject to a £10.00 ($20.48) fee.

If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.

Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.

Payment

A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Gill Head Farm will debit the balance from your card 10 days before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 10 days then the balance will be taken immediately.

You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.

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Terms and conditions

Site booking terms and conditions

  • 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 caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From $53.83 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability

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Roof tents, trailer tents and campervans are only permitted on the gravel pitches.

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