Frost Hole











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- Peaceful pop-up site with stunning Lake District National Park views
- Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre 15 minutes’ drive; Windermere 20 minutes
- Showers available; pubs and shops 10 minutes’ drive
Campground type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
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100% would recommend this campground to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
Beautiful, peaceful campsite in a remote, scenic spot, perfect for quiet getaways & outdoor fun. Guests loved the friendly hosts, clean facilities (great shower!), and tranquil vibe. Basic but well-kept amenities. Minor notes on dishwashing & pitch leveling, but a highly recommended, memorable stay.
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Well signposted for such a secluded…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Well signposted for such a secluded area. Easy check-in and to just pitch anywhere. Views are unbelievable and if you are lucky to get a clear night it is truly breathtaking.
Disliked Facilities were well looked after just might need a more regular check.
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I had a fantastic stay at this campsite! The location was beautiful
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Perfect Stay with Stunning Views and Top-Notch Facilities!
I recently stayed at this campsite and was thoroughly impressed from start to finish. The location is absolutely breathtaking — panoramic views that make every sunrise and sunset unforgettable. It’s the kind of place where you can just sit back, relax, and soak in nature’s beauty.
The facilities were fantastic. The hot showers were spotless and always had plenty of hot water, which was such a treat after a long day of hiking. Drinking water was easily accessible around the site, and everything was well-maintained and clearly cared for.
It’s rare to find a campsite that combines such incredible scenery with comfort and convenience, but this one really does. I’ll definitely be coming back — highly recommended for anyone who wants a peaceful, well-equipped escape in the great outdoors!
Disliked I honestly don’t have any dislikes — everything about my stay was great!
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Brilliant little campsite
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Small basic campsite, lovely location. Great place if the bigger, busier alternatives are too much for you.
Disliked All pitches are on a slight slope. Not a place to bring noisy children as site is so small.
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It was a lovely campsite out…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked It was a lovely campsite out of the way and was a nice spot, very quiet. The owner was very accommodating and gave us some fantastic recommendations, thank you!
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the peaceful setting and that the recommendations were helpful. It was a pleasure having you stay with us. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
Best wishes
Chloe & Lyndon
Great site lovely hosts and I would come back
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked The hosts were lovely. I had 4 very reactive (but people friendly) dogs with me and I was allowed to pitch the tent away from other people so everyone could enjoy their stay! Didn’t get out much locally but definitely will next time, we had already booked activities and were tired out afterwards, but I need to hike up the hill next time! Clean toilets and a lovely shower, everything you needed had been thought about. Definitely coming back if they will have us and congratulations for Saturday! Xx
Disliked Typical British weather..
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From the manager: Thank you so much for such a lovely review! It was a real pleasure having you and your four dogs stay with us. We’re so glad the setup worked for you and that everyone was able to enjoy a peaceful visit. Sounds like you had a full schedule, but we’ll definitely hold you to that hike up the hill next time!
We’re also really happy to hear you found everything you needed and felt comfortable using the facilities — we’ve tried to think of the little things, so that means a lot. You’re absolutely welcome back anytime — we’d love to have you again. And thank you for the congratulations, that was such a kind touch! 😊
Here’s hoping for sunnier weather on your next visit!
Lyndon & Chloe
Absolutely beautiful area, beautiful scenery to…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Absolutely beautiful area, beautiful scenery to wake up. So peaceful and quiet. The amenities were fantastic, the nicest portaloos I've ever seen!
We went to the local area for tea, the pub was lovely. Food was delicious!
Lovely swimming site just a walk away!
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and beautiful scenery – it’s one of our favorite things about the area too. We’re also happy you had a chance to explore the local pub and swimming spot. We’d love to welcome you back again soon!
Quiet, scenic location.…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Quiet, scenic location.
Disliked The rain 😬
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From the manager: Thanks for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed the quiet, scenic location – it’s definitely a peaceful spot to unwind. Sorry the weather didn’t fully cooperate… if only we could control the rain! 😂 Hopefully next time the sun will be shining for you. We’d love to welcome you back soon!
Amazing location, close to a really…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Amazing location, close to a really lovely village, brilliant hot shower, clean toilets, friendly hosts. It was our first night camping with our 10 month old and he had such a magical time.
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From the manager: We are absolutely delighted to hear that you loved the location and its proximity to the charming village.
It warms our hearts to hear that your little one had such a magical first night camping. That’s exactly the kind of special moment we hope to help create for families, so your words mean the world to us.
Thanks again for sharing your experience—we’d love to welcome you and your little camper back any time!
Very lovely stay, and lovely owners!
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Beautiful location, very clean amenities, you can really tell they take care in their campsite. Lovely owners, very kind and willing to help. Brilliant shower, with a variety of shower gels and shampoos that are provided. Highly recommend! :)
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From the manager: We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful location and appreciated the cleanliness of the site – we really do take pride in keeping everything well looked after. It’s lovely to hear that the little extras in the shower were a nice touch, and we’re so glad you felt welcomed during your stay.
Your recommendation means a lot to us – thank you! We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Lyndon & Chloe
Quiet and remote with spotless facilities.…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Quiet and remote with spotless facilities.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the quiet, remote setting and found the facilities spotless. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Lyndon & Chloe
Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No running water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Frost Hole
Staveley
Kendal
Cumbria
England
LA8 9QU
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.38242°N
2.79603°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morecambe North | 21.2 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
| Morecambe South | 21.6 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Haverigg | 23.9 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Silecroft | 25.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Walney West Shore | 26.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The World of Beatrix Potter 5.2 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 5.3 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 5.7 mi
Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 6 mi
Sizergh Castle and Garden 6.9 mi
National Trust
Windermere and Troutbeck 4.8 mi
Townend 5.2 mi
Sizergh Castle and Garden 6.9 mi
Hill Top 7.3 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 8.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 0.9 mi
Kentmere Horseshoe 4 mi
Scout Scar - Helsington 4 mi
Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 4.3 mi
Kendal and Scout Scar 4.3 mi
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 Frost Hole have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Frost Hole dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Frost Hole? Hikes directly from the pitches head up to rugged Brunt Knott (25 minutes’ walk), or you can try for the peak of Kentmere (nearly two hours). A longer ramble leads to Brant … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Frost Hole?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: noon