Crosbythwaite Campsite

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Pitches on a working farm
Pitches on a working farm
Far-reaching views
Trees shelter one side of the field
Beautiful fell views
Well-maintained pitches
Neatly mown grass pitches with views of the fells
The camping meadow
Grass pitches weith a spectacular backdrop
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Far-reaching views
Trees shelter one side of the field
Beautiful fell views

  • Simple pop-up campsite on a farm in the Lake District National Park
  • Coniston Water half an hour’s drive; South Lakes Safari Zoo 40 minutes
  • Off-grid grass pitches; snack shed selling breakfasts and sandwiches
Total peace, amazing views and seemingly endlessly fell walking options – that’s what you get when you rock up at Crosbythwaite Campsite, a pop-up 15 minutes’ drive from Broughton-In-Furness in the Lake District National Park. This teeny nearly wild site has a limited number of neatly mown grass pitches, some sheltered by trees and all overlooking spectacular Birker Fell. You can source breakfast from the on-site Crosby Snack Shed, a little foodie oasis serving up good coffee and local sausages as well as takeaway cold drinks and sandwiches if you’re about to embark on a fell walk. You can also snap up homemade cakes, shortbread or ice creams to devour at the picnic tables, set next to a burbling stream and with those same gorgeous views over the Cumbrian fells. Otherwise on-site facilities are somewhat limited, stretching to a portable loo. Off site, there are a couple of pubs and food shops in Broughton-in-Furness. There is only a private, untreated water supply on site, so please bring along your own drinking water.

Site type

Tent pitches 12
Motorhome pitches 3
Open now
Opens 4 April
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 4 Apr to

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Reviews

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Overall rating from 19 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Budget/backpackerRemote locationPeacefulSpectacular scenery

100% would recommend this site to a friend

89% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a simple, quiet campsite in a beautiful, remote location with stunning views. Visitors praised the friendly owners and the convenience of the snack shed/food cabin, offering coffee, ice-cream, cakes, and sausage sandwiches. Facilities are basic, including a clean porta-loo and water tap, with fire pits available to hire. Some reviewers noted the site's exposed nature and potential slopes, and one mentioned untreated drinking water. Despite its basic offerings, the campsite is considered excellent value for money and many expressed a desire to return.

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Beautiful views, great value, excellent snack…

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ELLIE S.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautiful views, great value, excellent snack shed open during the day, lots of space

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very remote site, central to all walks, nice snack shed,can’t complain

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Georgia M.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Gorgeous quiet site really close to loads of good walks. The snack shed breakfast place was fab opened at 9am. Friendly staff, was able to purchase fire pit and logs etc. Really remote area so good see the stars well. Hygienic port-a-loo.

Disliked No WiFi or mobile connection.

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Lovely site in a beautiful and…

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Al N.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely site in a beautiful and remote location

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely location, camped next to the…

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Helen M.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely location, camped next to the river, owners friendly and accommodating. A farm cafe /takeaway on site so no need to cook , clean toilets

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely little campsite with amazing views…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely little campsite with amazing views in all directions. Quiet and peaceful. Friendly owners. Clean toilet. Lovely to have the snack shack on site which had lovely cakes.

Recommend to friends Visit again

lovely site with friendly owners

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Helen T.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked beautiful location, lots of space in the field, with picnic tables to use and a pretty stream running along the back. The snack shack was appreciated for breakfast.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site stunning location lovely cakes and pastries snacks.

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Anonymous

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Liked Amazing location, snack shed, clean porta loo

Recommend to friends Visit again

good for price

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked simple and cheap, booked last minute, good size and just what expect for price nice views

Disliked nothing special but is cheap would recommend for a last minute booking

Recommend to friends Visit again

Definite value for money and I would go back.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The location and getting to it (I was on a motorbike), beautiful area and a stream at the bottom of the site. The site was small and not crowded, lots of space and a couple of table/benches to use. There is a coffee shop but I arrived late and left early so it was closed.

Disliked The slope of the land, it is on the side of a hill and when in a tent there is nothing you can do to level it unlike a camper van.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely basic little campsite. Friendly staff…

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Laura W.

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely basic little campsite. Friendly staff and minimal rules. Firepits available to hire and logs to buy.

Disliked No WiFi or signal. Bring your own drinking water

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

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 Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups 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 Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Crosbythwaite Campsite

Crosbythwaite Farm

Ulpha

Broughton-in-Furness

Cumbria

England

LA20 6DY

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.34406°N
3.24733°W

Nearest transport

Coach
12 mi Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage
12 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
12.9 mi Kelsick Road opposite Library
Rail
6 mi Foxfield Rail Station
6.6 mi Ravenglass Rail Station
6.9 mi Green Road Rail Station
Ferry
6.6 mi Sunny Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing
6.9 mi Lake Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing
6.9 mi Torver (Coniston) 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Stanley Ghyll Waterfall: 10 minutes’ drive - Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway: 25 minutes - Muncaster Castle: 25 minutes - Swinside Stone Circle: 25 minutes - Millom Beach: half an hour - Coniston Water: half an hour - South Lakes Safari Zoo: 40 minutes - Scafell Pike: 40 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Silecroft 9.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seascale 10.4 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Haverigg 10.8 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Walney West Shore 15.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Walney Sandy Gap 16.7 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 6.6 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 10.2 mi

Hill Top 11.1 mi

Lakeland Motor Museum 11.9 mi

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 12 mi

National Trust

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 6.9 mi

Gondola' 7.3 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 8.1 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 10.2 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 11.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 4.4 mi

MUNCASTER CASTLE 5.6 mi

The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 6.3 mi

The Beacon and Blawith Fell 6.6 mi

Coniston - Tarn Hows - Coniston 7.1 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Crosbythwaite Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Crosbythwaite Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Crosbythwaite Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Stanley Ghyll Waterfall: 10 minutes’ drive - Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway: 25 minutes - Muncaster Castle: 25 minutes - Swinside Stone Circle: 25 minutes - … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Crosbythwaite Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Crosbythwaite Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.