Tent Campsites in The Lake District and Cumbria
49 bookable campsites with tent pitches in The Lake District and Cumbria
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
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Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
Ambleside, Cumbria, England- Top-notch Lake District caravan park in 130 acres of ancient forest
- A 10-minute drive to Ambleside for Windermere boat trips
- Dog-friendly park with woodland trails, tarn and large play area
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
Whinfell Hall Farm Campsite
Cockermouth, Cumbria, England- Secluded and peaceful base from which to explore the western lakes
- Hot showers and hairdryers available on site
- Dogs welcome and barbecues allowed
Kirkby Lonsdale Rugby Club Camping
Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, England- Spacious and simple site in a 30-acre Cumbrian country park
- Five minutes' walk to Kirkby Lonsdale for pubs, shops and a market
- Near Ruskin's View for spectacular views across the Lune valley
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High Gaitle Caravan Park
Longtown, Cumbria, England- Quiet family-run Cumbria site almost on the England-Scotland border
- Hadrian's Wall, Lake District or Dumfries a half-hour drive away
- Easy access to M6, A7 and National Cycle Route 7
Sykeside Camping Park
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Remote location but with easy access to the Lake District and Cumbria
- In a walker's paradise in the Dovedale Valley
- Modern facilities and well-stocked shop
Pennine View Caravan Park
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, England- Family-run site a mile from the centre of Kirkby Stephen
- Playground, free wifi, bar and well-appointed washrooms
- On the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park
Parkgate Farm Holidays
Eskdale, Cumbria, England- Peaceful site with views over the Eskdale and Wasdale valleys
- Half an hour's drive from the seaside town of Whitehaven
- Fell walks directly from the farm; country pubs 10 minutes' drive
Moss Howe Farm
Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, England- In the Cumbrian hills a couple of miles from Witherslack
- A 15-minute drive from Grange-over-Sands and 25 from Windermere
- Campfires allowed: firepits for hire and wood for sale on site
Stybeck Farm
Thirlmere, Cumbria, England- 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
Holmescales Campsite
Old Hutton, Cumbria, England- Small site in the Cumbria countryside, 15 minutes’ drive from Kendal
- Sizergh Castle 15 minutes’ drive; Windermere half an hour
- Archery, quad biking and axe throwing; toilet and shower block
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