Gill Head Farm
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- 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
Campground type
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 3 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- 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
Campsite types & availability
5

Power optional grass tent campsite
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Primitive grass tent campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 5m width × 10m depth (50m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 6m depth (30m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Gravel and cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35 (£35)
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Camping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £65 (£65)
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Camping pod
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £75 (£75)
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Kipper cabin
2 people maximum
Dimensions: 14ft width × 15ft length
Arrival daysFrom £150 (£150)
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Reviews
97% would recommend this campground to a friend
95% would stay here again
What customers say
Gill Head Farm: beautiful, well-kept campsite with stunning views & excellent facilities. Friendly staff, peaceful setting, ideal for Lake District exploration. Pods/cabins are comfy. Occasional noise from guests or road, some midges. Highly recommended for a relaxing getaway.
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Last updated 7/7/2026
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Highly recommend this gem 💎
Kipper cabin
Liked Absolutely fantastic stay at this beautiful log cabin, located in a secluded part of the campsite, set in beautiful woodland.
The cabin provides all that you need, including a BBQ and fire pit. The private chemical toilet was great to have on the door step. The cabin was very clean and, smelt great on arrival.
The public facilities and entire campsite was great, and the WiFi in the communal area was fast.
We usually don't return to the same accommodation as we like to travel, however we are booking up to return in October / November!
Our Labrador had the best time ever - especially in the river.
The views overlooking Blencathra and other mountains was great.
Red squirrels, peacocks, chickens and a variety of birds were a bonus!
Disliked Nothing.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Nice spot friendly staff
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Close to facilities
Disliked Weather!!!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Peace and quiet…
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Peace and quiet
Recommend to friends Visit again
Super facilities and views. Highly recommended
Power optional grass tent campsite
Liked The facilities are fantastic, it was very windy when we stayed so the covered cooking area came in very handy.
Showers and toilets are spotless.
Views over the hills are amazing
Recommend to friends Visit again
We had a fantastic stay and received a very friendly welcome!
Power optional grass tent campsite
Liked The location, the amenities
Disliked Nine
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Beautiful campsite, epic views, great location,…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Beautiful campsite, epic views, great location, hot showers.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Good location for the north lakes.…
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Good location for the north lakes. Nice facilities and quiet site.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site in perfect location
Camping pod (no pets)
Liked Great staff. Very clean and quiet site. Pods were great for keeping dry and comfy
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This campsite has everything you can…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked This campsite has everything you can think of. Toilets and showers were extremely clean and we found a beautiful waterfall just a 5 minute walk away. There is also a farm shop just a 5 minute drive away that did excellent food for a bbq
Disliked Nothing
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A lovely, quiet and very well…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked A lovely, quiet and very well kept site. It was ideally located for the walking I was doing.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
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 nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Gill Head Farm
Troutbeck
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA11 0ST
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.6334°N
2.96195°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allonby | 21 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Seascale | 26.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Bees | 27.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)
Penrith, England 10.1 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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- North West England Area Guide
- The Ultimate North West England Camping Guide
- Pitchup.com's camping guide
- Essential camping checklist
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?
Read moreRV, 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. - How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From $40.17 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
