Gill Head Farm
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- 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
Site type
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Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.- Group bookings of 3 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- 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 21 or over.
- Minimum spacing of 4 metres between pitches.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Roof tents, trailer tents and campervans are only permitted on the gravel pitches.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 21 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass tent pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28) 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 5m width × 10m depth
Calculated area: 50m²
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28) 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 6m depth
Calculated area: 30m²
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28) 1 night, 2 adults
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Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 49m²
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32) 1 night, 2 adults
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Camping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £65 (£65) 1 night, 2 adults
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Camping pod
4 people maximum Dimensions: 11.6ft width × 8.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £70 (£70) 1 night, 2 adults
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Kipper cabin
2 people maximum Dimensions: 14ft width × 15ft length
Arrival daysFrom £75 (£75) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Overall rating from 1,069 Pitchup.com customers 
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96% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
Great spot for practical campers who are after a good all-rounder site
Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked Loads of good spots to pitch up, easy and flexible check in/out, amazing view of Blencathra and great location. Sensible conveniences - boosted by the freezer blocks I accidentally left behind! Would definitely recommend this for a simple set up and a great base for the north lakes.
The hosts were easy to get hold of once I was on site and ready to help when needed but otherwise left me to it.
A brief dip in the river before I left was a highlight. The midge bites I brought home weren't. 😂
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clean and welcoming
Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked Facilities
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Fantastic location for C2C, the lakes, Keswick and Penrith. Very welcoming, great…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Fantastic location for C2C, the lakes, Keswick and Penrith. Very welcoming, great facilities, warm clean showers, large camping area with beautiful views. On site shop for bits and bobs. Lovely and peaceful, soft level ground also.
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A perfect well organised site for easy access to the Lakes.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great view of Blencathra. Tidy well organised site. Clean bathroom facilities with perfect unfluctuating shower temp. Friendly relaxed owners. Useful community area, kitchen electronics and sinks, again hot water! Easy access to the A66, Keswick and Lake district adventures on the edge of your tent zip. I actually had a perfect two night stay and will be back.
Disliked Midges, but I dislike them in every campsite I've ever stayed in which is probably all of them.
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Excellent site clean facilities friendly staff
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Fantastic stay was welcomed from the beginning had a tour round the beautifully well kept site. Found it very relaxing easy to get to. Very accommodating was impressed with the communal room very clean and tidy loved the additional cooking area with yr gas stove incase the weather was unsuitable hadcan amazing time woukd 💯 book again the farm had animals and was lovely to see the resident peacock and the Robins was a delight
Disliked Nothing at all
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Very happy with the campsite, & would come again.
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Communal room with kettle, toaster + microwave. Undercover cooking area.
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Had an amazing time. Will definitely be back.…
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Had an amazing time.
Will definitely be back.
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Just perfect
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Everything, that is what I like, great site, really helpful staff, immaculate shower and toilet block. Great facilities and really helpful staff on site.
I will be visiting again as the check in times and check out times are perfect, no rush to leave and you can arrive at a time which allows you to set up without a rush.
One of the very best sites.
I've not scored the wifi as I never used it.
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Everything was fantastic and it has given us the camping bug
Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked The site was easy to find. We arrived an hour early and we were given the option of which area we would like to set up our tent.
Very friendly and helpful lady on reception.
Very good common room and amenities on site. Kettle, toaster, microwave etc.
Shower block was perfect, hot water, plenty of room within the stalls and very clean.
Beautiful surroundings with electric hookups.
Location is fantastic to be able to take a short trip to find walks, hikes and waterfalls.
This was our first time camping and this site has made us eager to return.
Disliked Absolutely nothing.
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Excellent site with clean facilities and plenty of space.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful views, welcoming hosts, hot showers and heated toilet block. Love that there was a communal area with WiFi to shelter from the rain if needed with a fridge, freezer and kettle. Spaces to wash up and washing machines if needed. Amazing site, would definitely go back!
Disliked Nothing to dislike! Some notes I would add for campers, not anything against the site.
We went mid week so I can imagine there may be a small wait for the showers in school holidays, but our stay was excellent. Phone signal can be patchy but absolutely nothing to do with the site. It rained quite a bit during our stay so wellies are a must and absolutely recommend a groundsheet if you have a porch. Take bug spray! We got eaten alive on a warm drizzly night.
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Features
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Gill Head Farm
Troutbeck
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA11 0ST
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.6334°N
2.96195°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allonby | 33.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Seascale | 43.1 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Bees | 44.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 9.4 km
Castlerigg Stone Circle 9.4 km
Ullswater Steamers 10 km
The Rheged Centre 11.6 km
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 14.6 km
National Trust
Grasmere and Great Langdale 22.1 km
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 23.4 km
Townend 25 km
Wordsworth House and Garden 26.4 km
Windermere and Troutbeck 27.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Blencathra Classic - Sharp Edge and Narrow Edge 3.7 km
Mungrisdale - Bannerdale Crags 3.7 km
Threlkeld - Blencathra - Sharp Edge - Scales - Threlkeld 6.2 km
Threlkeld, Westcoe and Keswick Railway 6.3 km
Aira Force - Dockray - Dowthwaitehead - Aira Force 7.2 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 16.2 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Gill Head Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gill Head Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Gill Head Farm? Ullswater is the nearest of the lakes at 10 minutes’ drive away, so that’s as good a place to start as any – stop by at Aira Force waterfall on your way … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gill Head Farm?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gill Head Farm? From R672,32 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.