Walkers' paradise: Campsites in North West England
128 bookable campsites in North West England
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Gill Head Farm
Penrith, Cumbria, England- 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
Aqueduct Marina and Caravan Park
Nantwich, Cheshire, England- Peaceful park at a canal marina in Cheshire with 100 acres of walks
- Nantwich 10 minutes' drive; Oulton Park 20 minutes; Chester 45 minutes
- Pergola with a café and bar with views across the water
Lowther Holiday Park
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Dog-friendly site on a private, wooded riverside in the Eden Valley
- A 10-minute drive from Ullswater and 15 minutes from Lowther Castle
- Bar and shop; fly fishing available in the river Lowther
Wallace Lane Farm
Wigton, Cumbria, England- Quiet hillside farm site in west Cumbria with views to the sea
- Coast, lakes, hill walks and mountain biking within 40 minutes' drive
- Around five minutes' drive to Caldbeck for pub, cafés and shop
Silverdale Holiday Park
Silverdale, Lancashire, England- Family-friendly Lancashire holiday park with Morecambe Bay views
- The Lakes Aquarium 35 minutes’ drive and Gisburn Forest an hour
- Dog-friendly with a pool complex, bowling alley, bar and restaurant
Waterfoot Caravan Park
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Peaceful park with stunning views over Lake Ullswater, Lake District
- In a wildlife haven near Penrith; a 15-minute walk from Pooley Bridge
- Play area, football pitch and shop open in season
Calder Farm
Bolton-by-Bowland, Lancashire, England- Small family-run site with Ribble Valley views in Lancashire
- A 20-minute drive to Gisburn Forest bike paths, Pendle Hill and Settle
- Dog-friendly site with dedicated exercise area; pub 15 minutes’ walk
Ullswater Holiday Park
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Spacious family park with spectacular views of Lake District fells
- Penrith a 20-minute drive and Lake Ullswater within a 30-minute walk
- Marina, licensed bar with TV and a games room, shop and playground
The Old Post Office Campsite
Holmrook, Cumbria, England- Quiet site on the western edge of the Lake District National Park
- Bordered by the River Irt for swimming and salmon or trout fishing
- Scenic picnic benches; dogs welcome; café 10 minutes' walk away
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The Willows
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Touring site with stunning fell views five minutes’ drive from Keswick
- In the Lake District National Park; Honister Slate Mine half an hour
- Fresh eggs and milk sold on site; local shop and pub 10 minutes’ walk
Seatoller Farm
Keswick, Cumbria, England- Peaceful family-run farm site next to the River Derwent
- Excellent base for hikes, including Scafell and Great Gable
- Woodfired pizzas on Saturday nights, a short walk away
Blakemere Touring Caravan Park
Northwich, Cheshire, England- Spacious site within Blakemere Village shopping and recreation centre
- Microbrewery, falconry displays, adventure playground and restaurant
- Within half an hour's drive of Chester Zoo and Blue Planet Aquarium
Harbour Lights Campsite
Haverigg, Cumbria, England- Spacious, friendly site on the Cumbrian coast
- Fell walks, Lakes Coniston and Windermere within 45 minutes' drive
- A few minutes from pubs, chip shop, dog-friendly beach and watersports
Marbury Camp and Lodge
Marbury, Cheshire, England- Peaceful setting overlooking the Cheshire Plain, close to Whitchurch
- On National Cycle Route 47, and near Sandstone Trail walkers’ path
- Within easy reach of pubs with gin nights and authentic curries
Bay View Holiday Park
Carnforth, Lancashire, England- Family-friendly Lancashire holiday park with views over Morecambe Bay
- Between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District national parks
- Bar, restaurant, games room and play area on site; dogs welcome
Claylands Caravan Park
Preston, Lancashire, England- Family-owned park on the banks of the River Wyre
- Carefully landscaped wildlife haven with over 5000 trees
- Four well-stocked and well-maintained fishing ponds
Church Stile Farm Holiday Park
Nether Wasdale, Cumbria, England- Peaceful Lake District park near Scafell Peak and Wastwater
- Pub, licensed riverside café and farm shop within five minutes' walk
- Well-equipped play area, picnic tables and woodland area
Beacon Fell View
Preston, Lancashire, England- On 30 acres of landscaped park, with views over the Ribble Valley
- Plenty of activities, play areas, pool, crazy golf, arcade and bar
- Within easy reach of the Forest of Bowland, Pennines and Lake District
Bardsea Leisure Park
Ulverston, Cumbria, England- Friendly park in south Cumbria's Furness peninsula
- On the outskirts of Ulverston; 10 minutes' drive to the Lake District
- Large play area, a pond and a dog exercise area on site
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, England- Small, quiet site on a working farm with scenic views near a village
- Woodland valley with walks, bike rides and riding trails all around
- Peaceful Lake District site; no music, groups, ball games or under-15s