Stybeck Farm

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Visitor image of their setup, ready to take in the countryside
Visitor image of their setup, ready to take in the countryside
View of the farm from the fells
Nearby
One of the pitches with a view of the valley
View of the valley in summer
Entrance to the farm in winter
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View of the farm from the fells
Nearby
One of the pitches with a view of the valley

  • Lake District working farm two miles from Thirlmere
  • A 10-minute drive to Derwentwater, Keswick and Grasmere
  • Adult-only dog-friendly site; 20 minutes' walk to the local pub
Want to wake up, lace up your boots and head off on a hearty hike straight from your pitch? Stay at Stybeck Farm near Keswick in the Lake District – pitches here are on a busy working farm where the fields give way to fells, crags and lakes. About 10 minutes’ drive from Keswick and Grasmere, the farm is less than two miles from Thirlmere, with Helvellyn rising above and Blencathra and Skiddaw about seven miles away. Base yourself here and large parts of the Lake District National Park can become your playground. A 10-minute jaunt in the car brings you to Derwentwater, an excellent launching place for boat trips. In 20 minutes you can drive to Ullswater, and Windemere is half an hour’s drive. If you fancy leaving your car behind, there’s a handy bus stop at the bottom of the lane. The family run a small farm shop on site selling their own vegetables and eggs. If you need to pick up more in the way of supplies, or go out to eat, head into Keswick and Grasmere. A closer option for filling up on food is the local pub, 20 minutes’ walk away. If you fancy kicking back and just enjoying your surroundings, there’s nearly always some animal antics to see – from feeding the inquisitive chickens to watching the sheep shearing or saying hi to the goats, donkeys and cows out in the fields.

Campground type

RV sites 6
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • A charge of £1.00 ($1.27) applies for the use of the shower.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

8.9

Overall rating from 263 Pitchup.com customers

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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Hikers’ paradiseSpectacular sceneryLake and/or mountain

89% would recommend this campground to a friend

87% would stay here again

What customers say

This small, friendly, adults-only farm campsite boasts stunning views and a prime location for hiking. Basic but clean facilities, hot showers, and welcoming owners contribute to a relaxed atmosphere. Expect some farm noise and limited cell service. Ideal for exploring the Lake District, with nearby dining.

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Great spot. Really friendly. Clean facilities.…

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Andy V.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Great spot.
Really friendly.
Clean facilities.
Fantastic views.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, great location and a friendly welcome

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Paul F.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked This was or 4th stay at Stybeck. It’s such a great location. A warm welcome and good facilities. The pitches are good. We always stay on the lane which gives a stunning view over the valley. Will be back again soon!

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Beautiful location and a perfect base…

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Sarah G.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Beautiful location and a perfect base for exploring the lakes or just chilling ,
Host was really welcoming and helpful
Toilets and shower were clean and well maintained .
I ll def be returning

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It was a lovey campsite on…

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George T.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked It was a lovey campsite on a working farm, surrounded by beautiful scenery and lovely helpful people on the farm.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location, with very friendly hosts.…

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Richard B.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Beautiful location, with very friendly hosts. Loved the working farm and sound of the animals. Fresh eggs were amazing. Toilet and showers clean and always well maintained. We will definitely stay here again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing quality all around

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Luke B.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

The farm setting with all of…

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Claire S.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked The farm setting with all of the animals

Disliked Nothing

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Sam A.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Location

Disliked No hot water for pot washing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Basic site, great base for walks. Pub walking distance

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Norman A.

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Great base for walking. Toilets and Shower were clean.
Some pitches will require levelling blocks.
Working farm, so usual Farm noise. Owner very welcoming and helpful.
Cafe at hotel just down the road was very nice.

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Great location for hill walking, friendly…

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Great location for hill walking, friendly and helpful owners, small site, basic facilities but good for the size of the site and clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Utilities

Charging facilities 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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Stybeck Farm

Thirlmere

Cumbria

England

CA12 4TN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54.56024°N
3.05408°W

Route directions

Be careful if following your satnav, as the postcode covers everything within a mile. Look out for the Stybeck Farm sign as you come along the road. The 555 bus service also stops at the bottom of the drive.

Nearest transport

Bus
4.5 mi Bus Station
7.5 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
7.5 mi Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage
Rail
13.8 mi Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
13.9 mi Windermere Rail Station
15.9 mi Staveley Rail Station
Ferry
3.3 mi Ashness Gate Derwentwater Ferry Landing
3.4 mi Lodore Falls Derwentwater Ferry Landing
4.2 mi Keswick 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

Travel 10 minutes in the car, and about 5000 years back in time, to see Castlerigg Stone Circle, one of the earliest constructions of its kind in Britain. It’s also 10 minutes’ drive to start your journey to discover another important part of the Lake District’s history – albeit a bit more recent – on the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail, which repurposes the Victorian railway line as an accessible path through tunnels and over bridges. If the weather isn’t playing nice, there are a couple of popular places to while away a rainy few hours in Keswick (10 minutes' drive): the Derwent Pencil Museum and The Puzzling Place, where nothing is quite as it seems. Keswick's also the place for boat trips and watersports on Derwentwater. Alternatively, if you fancy a pint or a dram to put a spring in your step, and want to learn all about how they’re made, you could pay a visit to the Keswick Brewing Company (10 minutes) or the Lakes Distillery in Cockermouth (20 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Seascale 20.9 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Allonby 20.9 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
St Bees 22.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Silecroft 26.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Haverigg 27.3 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Castlerigg Stone Circle 3.4 mi

Ullswater Steamers 4.5 mi

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 6.7 mi

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 7.5 mi

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 7.9 mi

National Trust

Grasmere and Great Langdale 8.5 mi

Townend 11.8 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 12.8 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 13 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 13.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Naddle Fell 0.5 mi

High Rigg - St John's in the Vale 0.5 mi

Thirlmere and Great How 1.3 mi

Thirlmere Circular 1.3 mi

Helvellyn from Thirlmere 3.2 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Stybeck Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Stybeck Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Stybeck Farm? Travel 10 minutes in the car, and about 5000 years back in time, to see Castlerigg Stone Circle, one of the earliest constructions of its kind in Britain. It’s also 10 minutes’ … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Stybeck Farm?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Stybeck Farm? From $36.97 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.