Frost Hole
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- Peaceful pop-up site with stunning Lake District National Park views
- Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre 15 minutes’ drive; Windermere 20 minutes
- Showers available; pubs and shops 10 minutes’ drive
Tucked away down a quiet farm track 10 minutes’ drive from the rural Cumbrian village of Staveley, the pop-up site at Frost Hole is a peaceful retreat for anyone seeking simplicity and solitude. With wild pitches set against the stunning backdrop of mountains and fells in the Lake District National Park, it’s a gorgeous spot in which to unwind and reconnect with nature.
This off-grid site is basic but spectacular, with grass pitches, showers, toilets and space to park your car. With lots of space, you can pitch up wherever you fancy; you’re pretty much guaranteed blazing sunsets on clear evenings and – thanks to the lack of light pollution – stellar celestial displays after dark.
Frost Hole is positioned on the crossroads of several scenic footpaths, bridleways and mountain biking trails for anyone wanting to explore locally. A bakery, cafés, pubs and shops are all in Staveley, from where you can hop on bus number 555 to explore the Lake District, or take the train to Kendal and Windermere from the station.
Site type
15Opens 23 July
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- A charge of £5,00 (R120,10) applies for the use of the shower.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 23 Jul to
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Features
Portable toilet
No dogs allowed
Pop-up campground
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 Wild swimmingAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No running water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Frost Hole
Staveley
Kendal
Cumbria
England
LA8 9QU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.38242°N
-2.79603°W
Nearest transport
Coach6.7 km Bus Station
6.7 km Bus Station
6.7 km Bus Station
Rail1.7 km Staveley Rail Station
3.6 km Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
6.7 km Kendal Rail Station
Ferry8.6 km Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal
9.3 km Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing
9.8 km Far Sawrey Windermere Ferry Terminal
AirportPlease 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
Hikes directly from the pitches head up to rugged Brunt Knott (25 minutes’ walk), or you can try for the peak of Kentmere (nearly two hours). A longer ramble leads to Brant Fell Viewpoint (2.5 hours) for views over Windermere, or you can take the kids on gentle strolls around the lake’s shoreline instead (20 minutes’ drive).
Once down by the lake, pop into Windermere Jetty Museum (also 20 minutes) to see the displays of historic boats before hopping onto a steamer for a cruise on the water. You can book dinghy sailing at Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre (20 minutes), or try kayaking and windsurfing from Hodge Howe Watersports Centre (15 minutes).
Most kids love the interactive Peter Rabbit-themed exhibits at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (20 minutes), and you can also visit Potter’s former home at National Trust-owned Hill Top (45 minutes). If you’d rather not stray so far from home base, feed the calves and Herdwick sheep at the Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre (15 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morecambe North | 34.2 km | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
| Morecambe South | 34.8 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Haverigg | 38.5 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Silecroft | 40.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Walney West Shore | 42.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The World of Beatrix Potter 8.3 km
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 8.5 km
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 9.1 km
Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 9.7 km
Sizergh Castle and Garden 11.1 km
National Trust
Windermere and Troutbeck 7.7 km
Townend 8.3 km
Sizergh Castle and Garden 11.1 km
Hill Top 11.8 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 13.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 1.5 km
Kentmere Horseshoe 6.5 km
Scout Scar - Helsington 6.5 km
Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 6.9 km
Kendal and Scout Scar 6.9 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 25.2 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Frost Hole have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Frost Hole dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Frost Hole? Hikes directly from the pitches head up to rugged Brunt Knott (25 minutes’ walk), or you can try for the peak of Kentmere (nearly two hours). A longer ramble leads to Brant … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Frost Hole?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Frost Hole? From R483,87 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.