Gill Head Farm

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Gorgeous views
Around the site

  • 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 with 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.

Campground type

Camper sites 8
RV sites 8
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 11
Tent sites 10
Open now
Opens March 20
Please note

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

General

  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 2 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 3 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Safety

  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Wifi is available only in communal room and does not reach individual pitches.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Mar 20 to

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97% would recommend this campground to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-kept campsite gets high marks for gorgeous views, spotless facilities, and welcoming staff. The amenity-rich common room is a hit. While mostly quiet, some guests note occasional road noise. Pods & cabins are comfy and warm. Minor Wi-Fi/shower temp issues were reported, but guests are very pleased overall.

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Pod was warm. Toilets and showers…

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Camping pod (no pets)

Liked Pod was warm. Toilets and showers were clean. Showers were hot.

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Had a brilliant stay at Gill…

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Camping pod (no pets)

Liked Had a brilliant stay at Gill Head Farm! The location is stunning with panoramic views of the hills, and it’s super convenient for exploring Keswick and Ullswater. The facilities were clean, well-maintained, and having access to the communal area with kettles and microwaves was a great bonus. Very peaceful environment and welcoming hosts. Would definitely stay again

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Camping pod (no pets)

Liked Sadly, due to extremely severe weather forecasts of 2 major Storms Austin & Boelo over the weekend we had to forfeit our stay but Amanda (the Owner of Site) very kindly allowed us to postpone our booking to next year (2027).
This was a huge relief for us all. Thank You Again Amanda for your understanding & care under such circumstances.

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Power optional grass tent campsite

Liked Been before and stayed in the log cabin, but this time in a pod. Nice and quiet in a remote location. Very friendly staff. Clean facilities and amazing views.

Disliked maybe the sun popping out ?

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Welcoming host on arrival, the shared…

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Terran 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Welcoming host on arrival, the shared space was a nice surprise! Kettles, microwaves and fridges made my dinner much better, and my hot water bottles easier. Wonderful location

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Lovely beautifully kept site. Good facilities.…

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Paul G. 1 review

Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely beautifully kept site. Good facilities. Friendly reception. Peacocks were a bonus!

Disliked Slightly sloping pitch

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Really enjoyed our stay.

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Mark C. 1 review

Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Everything was great. Clean, well looked after and super amenities.

Disliked No

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Nice campsite on a little farm.Showers…

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Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Nice campsite on a little farm.Showers & toilets provided.Beautiful scenery & walks.20 min walk to the Troutbeck Inn where they do an excellent steak & ale pie.Gorgeous sunsets on the walk back.Would definitely recommend.

Disliked Nothing

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Beautiful location, lovely to see a…

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Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Beautiful location, lovely to see a waterfall within the grounds, the farm animals and resident peacocks, welcoming staff, good facilities and a great weekend stay!

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Staff are amazing and felt welcomed…

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Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Staff are amazing and felt welcomed at all times.

Disliked Nothing

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Features

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

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback 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

Gill Head Farm

Troutbeck

Penrith

Cumbria

England

CA11 0ST

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54.6334°N
2.96195°W

Nearest transport

Bus
7.6 mi Bus Station
8.4 mi Rail Station
12.6 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
8.4 mi Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
12.7 mi Langwathby Rail Station
13.1 mi Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station
Ferry
5.6 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
5.8 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
6.2 mi Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing

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.
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park, Zoo, & Cashpoint (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • Troutbeck Inn Pub 0.6 mi
  • Sportsman Pub 1.7 mi
  • Whitbarrow Hall Caravan Park Bar Pub 2 mi
  • Seasons Restaurant 2.1 mi
  • White Horse Inn Pub 2.3 mi
  • The Mill Inn Pub 2.3 mi
  • Herdwick Inn Pub 2.9 mi
  • The Royal Hotel Pub 3.4 mi
  • Salutation Inn Pub 3.7 mi
  • Horse & Farrier Inn Pub 3.7 mi

Parks and play

  • Threlkeld Quarry Play Area Playground 3.8 mi
  • Aira Force park 4.2 mi
  • Johnby Common park 5 mi

Family days out

  • Aira Force Visitor attraction 4.2 mi
  • Greystoke Castle 4.3 mi
  • Dacre Castle 5 mi
  • Goosewell Farm Activities Centre Visitor attraction 5.7 mi
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle Visitor attraction 5.9 mi
  • Dalemain Castle 6 mi
  • Hutton-in-the-Forest Castle 7.4 mi
  • Lowther Castle 9 mi
  • Brougham Hall Castle 9.2 mi
  • Brougham Castle 9.9 mi

Public transport

  • Troutbeck Hotel (W bound) 0.6 mi
  • Troutbeck Hotel (E bound) 0.6 mi
  • Mungrisdale Road end (E bound) 0.7 mi
  • Mungrisdale Road end (W bound) 0.8 mi
  • Brook House Farm (N bound) 2.3 mi
  • Brook House Farm (S bound) 2.3 mi
  • Beckces (S bound) 2.3 mi
  • Beckces 2.4 mi
  • The Herdwick Inn (W bound) 2.9 mi
  • The Herdwick Inn (E bound) 2.9 mi

Other nearby

  • Keswick Golf Club Golf course 3 mi
  • Fairfield Marine Marina 5 mi
  • Ullswater Marine Marina 5.1 mi

Local services

  • The Cumberland Cashpoint 7.3 mi
  • Euronet Cashpoint 7.4 mi
  • Lloyds TSB & NatWest Cashpoint 8.5 mi
  • Glenridding Health Centre Doctors 6.2 mi

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Must see

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 5.8 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 5.9 mi

Ullswater Steamers 6.2 mi

The Rheged Centre 7.2 mi

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 9.1 mi

National Trust

Grasmere and Great Langdale 13.7 mi

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 14.5 mi

Townend 15.5 mi

Wordsworth House and Garden 16.4 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 17 mi

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 2.3 mi

Mungrisdale - Bannerdale Crags 2.3 mi

Threlkeld - Blencathra - Sharp Edge - Scales - Threlkeld 3.9 mi

Threlkeld, Westcoe and Keswick Railway 3.9 mi

Aira Force - Dockray - Dowthwaitehead - Aira Force 4.5 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 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?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2:30 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2:30 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From $46.89 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.