Gill Head Farm
View prices & book- 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
- 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 (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- The site 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 site: 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 torch with them as parts of the site 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, 22 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass tent pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £27.30 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookElectric grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.50 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 5.0m width x 10.0m depth (16.4ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 50.0m² (538.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £27.30 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 6.0m depth (16.4ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 30.0m² (322.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £27.30 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookCamping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 3.5m width x 2.6m length (11.6ft width x 8.6ft length) Calculated area: 9.3m² (99.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £63 1 night, 2 adults
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4 people maximum Dimensions: 3.5m width x 2.6m length (11.6ft width x 8.6ft length) Calculated area: 9.3m² (99.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £70 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookKipper cabin
2 people maximum Dimensions: 4.3m width x 4.6m length (14.0ft width x 15.0ft length) Calculated area: 19.5m² (210.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £73 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 72% of visitors View breakdown
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would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
A great site, very professionally run
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked: Really enjoyed my stay here. A lively site with a working farm, and lots of other different types of accommodation. Very tidy place and excellent shower block. It's a good place for getting to other spots. Keswick 15 minutes, Ullswater 15 minutes, Ambleside only 35 minutes.
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Beautiful traditional log cabin set in wonderful woodland with abundance of birds…
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Kipper cabin
Liked: Beautiful traditional log cabin set in wonderful woodland with abundance of birds to see and listen to. Also able to spot red squirrels at the feeders! Love the opportunity to have cosy log fire in the cabin and firepit while sitting outside. Plenty of seating areas both inside and outside. Love the feeling that you’re away from other people but can use the campsite facilities if you want to. Always made to feel welcome and at home by the owners.
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Lovely site & base for local hikes with a beautiful view of Blencathra
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Location & facilities
Disliked: No defined pitches -some people didn’t respect the distance rule
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Great place would definitely stay again. Ideal if you have young kids.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked: Stunning views and friendly atmosphere, also communal indoor area is such and great useful idea.
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Great site
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (riverside)
Liked: This is a very well kept site which is great value for money. The toilets and showers were spotless. The view was great, we were camping in the field at the top which is best for the sunset. It was very quiet and peaceful as there were young families so it was quiet by 10pm and we slept very well. The alpaca farm just down the road has a cafe that does a good breakfast. Pooley bridge a 15 min drive away.
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Lovely site, good facilities on a dog friendly working farm.
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Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked: Beautiful location, clean facilities with super hot showers. Nice pub 20 min walk away. Friendly, family run site. Baby cows and a waterfall!
Disliked: Quite close to the A66, got used to the low traffic hum very quickly.
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Lovely staff, our 3rd time here and we will be back.
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Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked: Stunning views; relaxed campsite; clean facilities; respect from other campers; dog friendly.
Disliked: Noise from main road.
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The glamping pod Everything was clean, shared facilities came in very handy. Views…
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Camping pod (no pets)
Liked: The glamping pod Everything was clean, shared facilities came in very handy. Views were spectacular.
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Lovely stay on a lovely site
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Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked: The location and facilities were great. Views from the field over the hills were amazing. Staff were accommodating and friendly. Very well kept site with a range of options. Shop on site to buy essentials was very handy. Close to a pub. Would 100% return.
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Great views Clean and modern facilities/toilets etc Fires allowed…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Great views Clean and modern facilities/toilets etc Fires allowed
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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
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
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
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Communal freezer
Communal fridge
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
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 nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches
Location
Gill Head Farm
Troutbeck
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA11 0ST
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.6334°N
-2.96195°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Allonby | 21 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Seascale | 26.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
St Bees | 27.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 5.8 mi
Castlerigg Stone Circle 5.9 mi
Ullswater Steamers 6.2 mi
The Rheged Centre 7.2 mi
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 9.1 mi
National Trust
Grasmere and Great Langdale 13.7 mi
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 14.5 mi
Townend 15.5 mi
Wordsworth House and Garden 16.4 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 17 mi
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 2.3 mi
Mungrisdale - Bannerdale Crags 2.3 mi
Threlkeld - Blencathra - Sharp Edge - Scales - Threlkeld 3.9 mi
Threlkeld, Westcoe and Keswick Railway 3.9 mi
Aira Force - Dockray - Dowthwaitehead - Aira Force 4.5 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 1 August 2024 – Thursday 1 August 2024)
Penrith, Cumbria 10.1 mi
- Keswick Mountain Festival (Friday 17 May 2024 – Friday 17 May 2024)
Keswick, Cumbria 22.6 mi
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
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Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?
- 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?
Camping 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 £27.30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.