Hillcroft
View prices & book- Peaceful park overlooking Ullswater
- Modern, landscaped and with spectacular Lake District views
- Launderette, drying room, licensed shop and large play area
Site type
Tourist board rating
- 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 18 or over.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Families and couples only: single-sex group bookings are not accepted via Pitchup.com. Please note that gazebos are not allowed in the pod area due to fire regulations.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 9 Feb 2024 to
Pitch types & availability
Camping pod
5 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 3.0m width x 2.7m length (9.8ft width x 8.7ft length) Calculated area: 8.0m² (85.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £65 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookCamping pod (no pets)
5 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 3.0m width x 2.7m length (9.8ft width x 8.7ft length) Calculated area: 8.0m² (85.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £65 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookCamping pod (ensuite, no pets)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 5.6m width x 3.4m length (18.4ft width x 11.2ft length) Calculated area: 19.0m² (204.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £120 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookCamping pod (ensuite, pet friendly)
4 people maximum Dimensions: 5.6m width x 3.4m length (18.4ft width x 11.2ft length) Calculated area: 19.0m² (204.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £120 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 77% of visitors View breakdown
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Liked: The site and staff at Hillcroft gave a family feel, like they cared about people being comfortable and looked after. Everything was really kept clean and the site is in a beautiful spot with views of the ullswater from our pod.
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Lovely glamping pods, spacious and well equipped kitchen area. Ensuite was very…
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Liked: Lovely glamping pods, spacious and well equipped kitchen area. Ensuite was very handy, although we did head up to the toilet block a couple of times as they were the best I have ever seen on a campsite! Well deserving of the 'Loo of the Year' Award. 2 year old enjoyed the park and 12 year old the games room. Short walk into Pooley Bridge. We would definitely recommend!
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Great site and location. Would stay again.
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Liked: Pod, facilities, clean and well kept site , like the way the bins and water taps are surrounded by dry stone walking in keeping with the surroundings.
Disliked: Poorly stocked shop not open when it said it should be and games room not open (October half term)
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Beautiful site, beautiful views, close to centre, will be going again
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Liked: Site was clean, staff friendly, lots of different accommodation options to suit all budgets. Space to bbq in camping pods
Disliked: As the name suggests its on a hill so it's a little bit of a walk up the hill from the centre
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Liked: Stayed in a pod with two children. We had an enclosed decked space for cooking, designated parking and picnic table. The site isn't overcrowded but never felt like a trek to the facilities, which were pristine (always seemed to be someone cleaning whenever we were about). Small shop with all the essentials on site, every member of staff we interacted with was friendly and helpful. Lovely park for the kids and recreational field. Location is ideal; walking distance to Pooley Bridge (although it's an uphill walk back which was fine for us but may be better to nip around in the car if that could be a struggle). Ideal base for driving to other local places of interest around Ullswater.
Disliked: Kids disliked having to leave. Genuinely can't fault it. Huge fan of this site now and definitely want to come back. Didn't need to use the WiFi so can't comment on it.
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Liked: Everything we hoped for camping in a pod, 1st time staying in one lovely not having take a wet tent down, the front door did have some black on it that smelt like mould maybe need attention, the added benefit of the fence around so our little furbabies can’t escape already booked again
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Easy to find. Quick to check in. Fantastic facilities on site and…
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Liked: Easy to find. Quick to check in. Fantastic facilities on site and great location
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What a beautiful place to visit, family friendly, staff were lovely, showers…
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Liked: What a beautiful place to visit, family friendly, staff were lovely, showers and toilets were immaculate we are booking to return as a family thank you for a lovely stay
Disliked: Nothing
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Excellent site in a perfect location. Highly recommend!
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Liked: Everything. Great location, spacious pod, lovely clean toilets.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike
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Lovely tidy site. Priced well. Clean facilities. Friendly staff.…
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Liked: Lovely tidy site. Priced well. Clean facilities. Friendly staff.
Disliked: Couldn't find the WiFi network
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Features
Dogs 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
Local produce
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
Budget/backpacker
Lake and/or mountain
Luxury
Peaceful
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
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
Large (51-200 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
Location
Hillcroft
Pooley Bridge
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA10 2LT
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.60989°N
-2.81091°W
Route directions
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 | 27.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 1.5 mi
The Rheged Centre 2.8 mi
Ullswater Steamers 7 mi
Castlerigg Stone Circle 11.5 mi
Rydal Mount and Gardens 13.2 mi
National Trust
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 8.9 mi
Townend 14.4 mi
Grasmere and Great Langdale 14.6 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 15.8 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 17.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Pooley Bridge - Loadpot Hill - Howtown - Pooley Bridge 0.4 mi
Pooley Bridge and Heughscar Hill 0.4 mi
DALEMAIN 1.6 mi
ASKHAM HALL 2.5 mi
LOWTHER CASTLE 3.1 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 1 August 2024 – Thursday 1 August 2024)
Penrith, Cumbria 3.8 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
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?
- Does Hillcroft have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hillcroft dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hillcroft? Never be dull around Lake Ullswater, which has a watery wealth of things to do: take a trip on Lady Dorothy or one of the other Ullswater Steamers; zip across the lake … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hillcroft?
On-site accommodation Arrive: 1:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hillcroft? From £65 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.