Hollin Head Campsite

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Camping field shaded by trees
Camping field shaded by trees
Camping field
Grass cut ready for our campers today
Mature tree backing the camping field
Tent pitches near the big oak tree
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Riverside pitches
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Camping field
Grass cut ready for our campers today
Mature tree backing the camping field

  • Family-run hill farm campsite five minutes’ drive from Boot in Eskdale
  • West Lakes Adventure five minutes’ drive; Muncaster Castle 15 minutes
  • Lake District walks straight from the off-grid, dog-friendly pitches
When you’re after spectacular mountain views on an almost wild Lake District camping break, Hollin Head Campsite is a top contender. Set on a family-run hill farm running a flock of Herdwick sheep, the spacious pitches sit in a tree-sheltered camping meadow by the side of the burbling River Esk. There are scenic walks along the Esk from the pitches, and numerous fell and mountain hikes right from the campsite gate. If you like the sound of a pint at the end of your day, there’s a pub within five minutes’ stroll, and when foodie supplies are running low, you can stock up on pretty much everything at the local shop in Eskdale (five minutes’ drive). Well-behaved dogs are more than welcome to accompany you on your Lake District adventure, but please keep them on leads at all times while on site, due to the proximity of the sheep. Small firepits and barbecues are allowed by your pitch, just be sure to raise them off the ground to prevent the grass getting burnt. And as this peaceful, no-frills site is firmly off-grid, please note that there are no showers or electric hook-ups; simple facilities include clean portable loos, a drinking-water tap and recycling bins.

Site type

Tent pitches 10
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 01 May to

Reviews

9.8

Overall rating from 43 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

Lovely riverside spot with great scenery for a peaceful getaway. Liz is a gem – super helpful! Portaloos are spotless. Basic but clean facilities, good for walks. Some want more on-site activities or showers. Campfires allowed.

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Richard W.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great site. Clean toilets. Liz is good, kept checking everything was fine. No showers as advertised so get a wash in the river!!

Disliked Nothing

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This site is a little gem which I have visited before, set…

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Matthew T.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked This site is a little gem which I have visited before, set along side a river with amazing views and a stone throw from Stanley Ghyll Waterfall you really don't get a better camping experience for an amazing price, Liz the owner is very welcoming and the farm stocks a few items like eggs and firewood. You have a customer for life, love this place.

Disliked Nothing

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Perfect off grid site so time to disconnect from the outside world

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Fiona M.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Location, surroundings, great walks, pub and shop nearby, fresh eggs and logs for sale, Friendly site owner,

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Awesome. I will definitely be back!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked I loved this campsite! It’s very quiet and peaceful, not very busy and set in beautiful surroundings. The only facilities are a tap for drinking water and three portaloos which are the cleanest portaloos I have ever seen!

Disliked There was nothing to dislike

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Lovely spot with stunning scenery, would recommend and will definitely be back…

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Seb M.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely spot with stunning scenery, would recommend and will definitely be back

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What a fab campsite in a beautiful setting in the valley, next…

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Nigel C.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked What a fab campsite in a beautiful setting in the valley, next to a tree-lined river. Not busy with the wonderful Liz who runs the site not letting the place get crowded so you still had the peace and quiet. She's so friendly and helpful, nothing too much trouble and let us pitch up where we wanted for the 5 days we were there. The loos were spotlessly clean with a fresh water tap nearby. It's just small details that made it an absolute pleasure to stay and we will definitely be back again, many thanks!

Disliked Nothing except we couldn't stay a lot longer!

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The site was stunning. Parking and camping next to the river was…

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VIKKI G.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked The site was stunning. Parking and camping next to the river was so peaceful and relaxing. Wasn’t too busy which I feel was weather related but all in all was amazing we would definitely return. Lisa was so nice and very welcoming and the site pooch BBA WAS JUST ADORABLE. An animal lover like myself was in my element haha nice little walk to the local pub which served food and it was also very pleasant.

Disliked Nothing to dislike it’s was a great please with amazing views

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Perfect little camp site

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely little camp site, amazing views of the hills and a nice little river to really give you the camp site feel, the site has a tap for water and a few portable toilets which were all spotless, Liz was very helpful and even check in a few times when the weather went bad, I wish I had brought some cash to buy some of the duck eggs the farms sells, I will definitely return to this site again

Disliked I saw a deer in the field, it ran off before I could take a picture, very rude!

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Brilliant site, superb quiet location,pub just down the lane,friendly owner will definitely…

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Simon S.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Brilliant site, superb quiet location,pub just down the lane,friendly owner will definitely be booking again..

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A lovely place to get away from it all - good walks and pubs nearby.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely host. Quiet, tucked away campsite. Clean loos!

Disliked Nothing

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Hollin Head Campsite

Hollin Head

Boot

Eskdale

Cumbria

England

CA19 1TF

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.39052°N
3.299°W

Nearest transport

Coach
19.6 km Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage
19.6 km Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
22.2 km Kelsick Road opposite Library
Rail
8.1 km Ravenglass Rail Station
9.5 km Drigg Rail Station
12.1 km Seascale Rail Station
Ferry
15.3 km Torver (Coniston) Ferry Landing
15.4 km Coniston Ferry Landing
15.7 km Waterhead Hotel (Coniston) 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

Local attractions and activities include: - West Lakes Adventure (watersports): five minutes’ drive - Stanley Ghyll Waterfall: 15 minutes - Muncaster Castle: 15 minutes - Hardknott Roman Fort and Thermae: 15 minutes - Seascale Beach: 20 minutes - Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway: 20 minutes - Wastwater Alpaca Trekking: half an hour - Swinside Stone Circle: 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Seascale 12.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Silecroft 19.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Haverigg 22.4 km Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
St Bees 22.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Walney West Shore 30 km Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 8.1 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 19.4 km

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 19.5 km

Rydal Mount and Gardens 21.4 km

Hill Top 21.7 km

National Trust

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 5 km

Gondola' 15.2 km

Coniston and Tarn Hows 15.9 km

Grasmere and Great Langdale 18.7 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 19.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 1.6 km

MUNCASTER CASTLE 6.9 km

The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 13.5 km

High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 14 km

Langdale Valley - Bowfell - Crinkle Crags - Red Tarn - Stool End Farm - Langdale Valley 14.1 km

Local events

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

    Penrith, England 44.6 km

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 sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hollin Head Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hollin Head Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hollin Head Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - West Lakes Adventure (watersports): five minutes’ drive - Stanley Ghyll Waterfall: 15 minutes - Muncaster Castle: 15 minutes - Hardknott Roman Fort and Thermae: 15 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hollin Head Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  noon –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Hollin Head Campsite? From R475,74 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.