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
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 (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).
- 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
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
Great location with amazing views, clean facilities, and helpful staff. Guests loved the peaceful vibe and communal area. Perfect for families exploring the area. Minor road noise and Wi-Fi issues were noted, but most visitors want to come back!
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Last updated 8/4/2026
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Toilet and wash facilities Pleasant owners…
Power optional grass tent campsite
Liked Toilet and wash facilities
Pleasant owners
Lots of space
Beautiful views
Recommend to friends Visit again
Peaceful sight, good view, location…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Peaceful sight, good view, location
Disliked Nothing
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Everything very organised, clean and beautiful…
Camping pod
Liked Everything very organised, clean and beautiful surroundings
Recommend to friends Visit again
It was my third time staying…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked It was my third time staying here. We love it. The facilities are always lovely and clean. The owners are very helpful. Not a bad thing about it. Will be back
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent camp site. Sensible prices Would recommend
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Communal kitchen with 2 toasters, 2 kettles, large fridge and freezer.
Indoor seating, TV and card games
Drying cupboard for wet gear
Pitching where you wanted (non electric)
Flat pitches
Beautiful views
Parking near to tents
Clean and well maintained toilets and showers.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Good, clean communal facilities. Managed to…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Good, clean communal facilities.
Managed to accommodate us with alternative accommodation at the last minute when our tent broke
Recommend to friends Visit again
We loved our stay at Gill Head Farm and will probably stay again.
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Quiet site, beautiful surroundings, great facilities, ideal for exploring that part of the lakes.
Disliked No mobile signal.
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The site had good facilities,very nice…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked The site had good facilities,very nice scenary,pleasant owners. and the pricing is cheaper than most.I hope to go back.
Recommend to friends Visit again
This is the second time I’ve…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked This is the second time I’ve stayed at Gill head campsite the facilities are first class and the staff are always very helpful
Disliked The curfew for quieter time in the evening isn’t enforced enough and there were five or six screaming kids running around at 9:30 10 o’clock at night
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Facilities were clean and tidy and…
Powered gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Facilities were clean and tidy and the site makes sure it’s quiet between 10pm and 8am.
Disliked Parking was cramped, people were getting annoyed at others parking in “their space” the kids park has had some items removed so it’s very limited now
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
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 $40.47 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

