Ullswater Holiday Park

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Site grass pitches (added by manager 28 Jul 2022)
Pitch field (added by manager 11 may 2019)
Camp with views of ullswater (added by manager 28 jul 2022)
Camping area looking over towards the fells (added by manager 15 mar 2022)

  • 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
If you reckon a site with stunning views of the Cumbrian fells sounds like your kind of place, head over to family-friendly Ullswater Holiday Park. Sitting a half-hour walk from the shores of Ullswater (where guests can use Fair Field Marina or spend time canoeing, fishing and riding the famed Ullswater steamers), this option’s in a fab location for touring round the Lake District National Park. Kids can mess about in the half-acre playground at this well-equipped place, while adults have an ale at the licensed bar or a Farrer’s coffee in the café. Wifi is available (around the reception area and bar, not the whole site) and there's also a shop for essentials (including groceries and camping equipment) and a few supermarkets are 20 minutes’ drive away in the nearest town of Penrith. The capital of Cumbria in days of yore, this place has the 14th-century fortress to prove it... If loping from local village to local village seeing structures such as this sounds like an excellent option too, ride one of the Lake Ullswater steamers stopping at settlements such as Pooley Bridge and Glenridding along with the Aira Force falls. After you’ve set eyes on the whooshing water, other attractions nearby include those that combine architecture with lush landscapes – like Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, 10 minutes away, and Lowther Castle & Gardens (20 minutes). There's also the Rheged Centre Cinema, a heritage hub in an old quarry with a grass roof, gallery and 3D screen (15 minutes away). Please note that the games room and bar may not be available in the low season (check in advance for opening hours).

Site type

Motorhome sites 58
Caravans for hire 8
Tent sites 100
Caravan sites 58
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Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 25 or over.
  • The games room is open between 22/03 and 02/11.
  • Units longer than 9 metres are not allowed.
  • The bar is open between 22/03 and 02/11.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • The bar, lounge and games room are open 4pm to 10pm Monday, Tuesday and Thursday to Saturday; closed Wednesday and Sunday. The Ullswater chip shop is open between 06 March and 02 November, 5pm - 8pm Wednesday to Sunday, closed Monday and Tuesday (subject to change, please check with the site).

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 1 Mar to

AA 4 pennants

Pitch types & availability

Other pitch types

Reviews

95%

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94%

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

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Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
David D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: Location.

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Excellent site . Will go again out of school holidays.

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Robin O. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked: Friendly staff . We had a problem with our caravan when we arrived and they maintenance team sorted it out with no charge. Toilet block always clean a tidy. Bar well stocked as was the shop. Fish and chips shop was also very good.

Disliked: No sports ( sky or tnt ) on the bar TV so had to go to Penrith to watch the games.

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Excellent site for all .

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
helen lesley w. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: Went with my sister , wanted a quiet spot , which we found in the over flow field. The main area we found was more suited to families and groups travelling together. Excellent site for all !! Great reception , good little shop. Small coffee shop and a tiny chip shop that is worth a visit ! Fantastic play area for children . Toilets and showers were clean and had plenty of hot water .

Disliked: Nothing to dislike about this site.

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Will be staying again

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Casey A. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: Very welcoming and friendly staff - showers were lovely and the facilities were kept very clean. Bar was well stocked and the children's play area was great and could be used by a range of ages. Shop was well equipped and offered some local pies and cakes. Make sure you arrive early as non-electric pitches are first come, first serve. Lovely, dog friendly site; will be coming back.

Disliked: Bit of a long queue for fish and chips but lovely to have this facility on site. If they expanded the coffee shop to provide breakfast they would make an absolute fortune!

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We loved the fact that we could choose the spot for our…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 6
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: We loved the fact that we could choose the spot for our tent which was great as we were travelling with the dog.

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The facilities were spot on! The staff were constantly cleaning and emptying…

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Kirsty E. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: The facilities were spot on! The staff were constantly cleaning and emptying bins etc. They really take care of it. Everything was just wonderful!! Highly recommend this campsite!

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Excellent stay, clean facilities set within a beautiful landscape

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
John D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: Very clean, professional staff and all the facilities worked. Really liked the kids play area being close to pitches.

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Location, facilities on the whole, cleanliness of pitches and showers were lovely…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 6
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: Location, facilities on the whole, cleanliness of pitches and showers were lovely and warm.

Disliked: Some toilets were not the best in terms of cleanliness. Only 8 showers for whole of site.

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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback, we are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay, however regarding the shower and toilet blocks we have 3 shower and toilet blocks available on site, this adds up to 12 showers in total. We do like to make sure that all our toilet and shower blocks are cleaned and maintained to high standards. As this was a bank holiday and the weather was not the best, we do tend to have issues with grass and mud, but our maintenance team do go round and check the toilet and shower blocks as much as possible through out the day.

Excellent site and location, good amount of private pitches A*****

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 4
Cleanliness 4
Wifi 4
Paula P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: The onsite facilities and general location was beautiful. And even though we went in a busy half term, we had a lively quiet pitch with plenty of space and privacy.

Disliked: The club house/bar/games room was quite out dated, which meant my older kids just wernt kept entertained, which was a shame given the rain we had.

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Perfectly flat tent pitches and clean bathrooms.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked: We had an absolutely wonderful time at Ullswater Holiday Park during our stay from May 25th to May 29th. My family and I, including our older children, camped in tents and enjoyed every moment of it. The campsite itself was immaculate and well-maintained, providing all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The facilities were clean and easily accessible, and the park's layout made it convenient for us to get around. The staff at Ullswater Holiday Park were incredibly friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with a smile. They made us feel welcome and ensured our stay was pleasant from start to finish. Our children had plenty of activities to keep them entertained, from exploring the beautiful surroundings to participating in the park’s recreational offerings. The natural beauty of the area is breathtaking, with stunning views and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures. One of the highlights of our trip was the proximity to Ullswater Lake. We enjoyed several lovely walks along the lake, and the kids loved the chance to paddle and play by the water. Overall, our experience at Ullswater Holiday Park was fantastic. It's a perfect destination for families looking to enjoy nature and have a memorable camping experience. We will definitely be returning in the future!

Disliked: Of course, here's an addition to your review that includes the weather issue: --- The only downside to our stay was the weather; unfortunately, it rained during most of our visit. This meant that we couldn't fly our drone, which was a bit disappointing. However, the fantastic facilities and friendly staff at Ullswater Holiday Park more than made up for it. Despite the rain, we still managed to have a great time and enjoyed all that the park had to offer.

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Features

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 site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundry

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

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump point

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for caravans

Motorhome service point

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Ullswater Holiday Park

Watermillock

Penrith

Cumbria

England

CA11 0LR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.59736°N
-2.87492°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.4 km Rail Station
17.3 km Bus Station
18.4 km Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
10.4 km Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
17.4 km Langwathby Rail Station
20.3 km Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station
Ferry
3 km Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
3.4 km Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
7.4 km Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing

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

The Lake District doesn’t skimp on swish sights and attractions, and many of the best things to see and do in the national park – from bushcraft and watersports to golf and tennis – are within easy driving distance of the site. For classic Cumbrian walks Hallin Fell is a 20-minute drive away and the market town of Keswick, where you can go from perusing a pencil museum to dancing around the megalithic Castlerigg Stone Circle, is reachable in 25 minutes. A bit south of the town of Penrith (20 minutes) are the prehistoric Mayburgh Henge and Norman Brougham Castle. Other well-known Lake District settlements are also within easy reach along winding roads, like to Windermere (45 minutes away) and Ambleside (50 minutes). And if you fancy a crack at cantering instead of sitting in the car? Horse riding can be had from stables within a 15-minute drive, while guests who prefer roving on a revving vehicle can squat upon a quad bike and set off into the local lands (25 minutes from the park).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Allonby 40.7 km Sea N/A Good Good Good
Seascale 45.6 km Sea N/A Good Good Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 5.4 km

Ullswater Steamers 7.5 km

The Rheged Centre 8.1 km

Castlerigg Stone Circle 14.4 km

Rydal Mount and Gardens 18 km

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 18.6 km

Grasmere and Great Langdale 20.1 km

Townend 21 km

Windermere and Troutbeck 23.3 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 26 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Howtown - Patterdale - Glenridding 3 km

Howtown - Hallin Fell - Sandwick via Steamer 3 km

Howtown - Rampsgill Head - Angletarn Pikes - Howtown 3.2 km

Pooley Bridge and Heughscar Hill 3.9 km

Pooley Bridge - Loadpot Hill - Howtown - Pooley Bridge 3.9 km

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 1 August 2024 – Thursday, 1 August 2024)

    Penrith, England 10.3 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?

  • Does Ullswater Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ullswater Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ullswater Holiday Park? The Lake District doesn’t skimp on swish sights and attractions, and many of the best things to see and do in the national park – from bushcraft and watersports to golf and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ullswater Holiday Park?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Ullswater Holiday Park? From $52.66 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.