Highfield Campsite

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  • Simple off-grid pitches in the Cumbria countryside
  • A 10-minute drive from Penrith, with easy access from the M6
  • On the edge of the Lake District National Park for outdoor activities
Time to escape from the constant influx of emails and social media posts? Take off to Highfield Campsite, in the Cumbria countryside, for a digital detox and some time spent out in the natural world. This simple grass site is entirely off grid, with no electricity or running water (in fact, the only facilities to speak of are portable toilets). And that means it’s a fabulous spot to step away from the digital world for a while, with no wifi and no charging facilities for your gadgets. Instead, let your mind slow down as you take in the views, get your barbecue going and plan your outings in the local area. What might those outings involve? Well, you’ll be just outside the Lake District National Park and close to the North Pennines National Landscape, so walks, bike rides, watersports, fishing, boat trips and even mountain climbs could be on the menu. Castles and other historic buildings are in good supply too, or you could just choose to settle in a rural pub for a couple of hours to sample the local ales. With heaps of open space and sweeping green views, this is very much a relaxed rural site – but civilisation is not far off. Penrith is about 10 minutes’ drive away (and a handy place to find shops and places to eat), and the M6 is equally close by for easy journeys in and out.

Campground type

Tent sites 15
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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 25 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • 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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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 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 Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point No hot water No running water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Highfield Campsite

Highfield

Penrith

Cumbria

England

CA10 2LG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.6257°N
2.75686°W

Nearest transport

Bus
2.5 mi Rail Station
15.6 mi Bus Station
15.8 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
2.5 mi Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
6 mi Langwathby Rail Station
8.9 mi Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station
Ferry
3 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
5.7 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
9.4 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Brougham Castle: five minutes’ drive - Lowther Castle & Gardens: 10 minutes - Ullswater: 15 minutes - Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens: 15 minutes - National Trust - Acorn Bank: 15 minutes - Aira Force Waterfall: 20 minutes - Helvellyn (mountain): half an hour - Skiddaw (mountain): 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 28.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The Rheged Centre 1.8 mi

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 2.4 mi

Ullswater Steamers 9.4 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 13.8 mi

Rydal Mount and Gardens 15.3 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 6.5 mi

Townend 16.2 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 16.8 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 17.5 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 19.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

ASKHAM HALL 1.3 mi

LOWTHER CASTLE 1.8 mi

DALEMAIN 2.2 mi

Pooley Bridge - Loadpot Hill - Howtown - Pooley Bridge 2.7 mi

Pooley Bridge and Heughscar Hill 2.7 mi

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Thursday, July 31, 2025)

    Penrith, England 2.2 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Highfield Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Highfield Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Highfield Campsite? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Brougham Castle: five minutes’ drive - Lowther Castle & Gardens: 10 minutes - Ullswater: 15 minutes - Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens: 15 minutes - National … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Highfield Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Highfield Campsite? From $26.98 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.