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
- 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).
- 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.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- 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 21 to
Campsite types & availability
Power optional grass tent campsite
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
View prices & bookPrimitive grass tent campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 5m width × 10m depth (50m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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4 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £65 (£65)
View prices & bookCamping pod
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £70 (£70)
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Reviews
96% would recommend this campground to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
Gill Head Farm boasts gorgeous scenery, great amenities, and a well-loved common room. Reviewers rave about the friendly staff, roomy sites, and prime location. It's a tidy, family-friendly spot with many repeat guests. Occasional road noise and spotty Wi-Fi are minor drawbacks to an otherwise fantastic stay.
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Very clean and tidy staff very…
Camping pod (no pets)
Liked Very clean and tidy staff very helpfull and friendly
Recommend to friends Visit again
Picturesque, well laid out site. Great facilities and friendly staff.
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Friendly and accommodating. Great facilities. Great location.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Location Clean facilities Amanda & Mark…
Camping pod (no pets)
Liked Location
Clean facilities
Amanda & Mark are great friendly people
Pods are perfect and clean
Disliked N/A
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful place…
Camping pod (no pets)
Liked Beautiful place
Recommend to friends Visit again
An enjoyable stay
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Lovely site on a working farm. Well thought out community room, toilet and washing area. Lovely toilet and shower block down the hill.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful site, very well maintained. Pods…
Camping pod
Liked Beautiful site, very well maintained.
Pods very comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Good for dog walks.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely campsite.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Staff were very friendly and helpful. Campsite is peaceful and in beautiful surroundings. Facilities were very clean. Well equipped campsite and very peaceful.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Absolutely perfect!…
Power optional grass tent campsite
Liked Absolutely perfect!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great weekend
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Communal area was nice and clean, toilets and showers very clean. Showers were lovely and warm. Great park for kids and dog friendly.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Good all rounder.
Power optional grass tent campsite
Liked Well maintained, Nice views, site secluded, shower and toilets clean. Lots of small extras such as cooking stations, kettles, fridge, communal room. Full 5g on EE.
Disliked Rules are not enforced. Ruined by Noise of other guests after quiet times of 10pm. Grass long so wet feet, pitches slightly muddy.
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.
Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?
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: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From $37.71 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.