Cockin Farm Campsite
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- Family-run farm site at the foot of Whinfell Beacon
- A 25-minute drive from Windermere; 15 minutes from Kendal
- Hiking and cycling nearby and five miles from the Yorkshire Dales
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Units longer than 6.5 metres are not allowed.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 49m²
Arrival daysFrom £20
View prices & bookNon-electric grass and earth campervan pitch
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 49m²
Arrival daysFrom £25
View prices & bookThe Blue Door shepherd's hut
2 people maximum
Arrival daysFrom £110
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Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again




















It was brilliant, the owner was lovely and helpful.…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked It was brilliant, the owner was lovely and helpful.
From the manager: Thank you for visiting!
This was a lovely campsite with gorgeous views. The owner was really…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked This was a lovely campsite with gorgeous views. The owner was really friendly and helpful. Good overall facilities.
Disliked I think the campsite may have been overbooked as it was very cramped. The toilet is slightly odd, have used a compostable toilet at other campsites and they were great however, this one didn't just have a hole, it has a sloping bowl to separate but this was quite unhygienic.
From the manager: Thanks so much for the feedback. We put in a separator toilet bowl to help limit bad smells from everything being mixed together, but we appreciate it may not be to everyone's taste
The owners were lovely and very helpful, the campsite was clean and…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The owners were lovely and very helpful, the campsite was clean and the views were amazing. The showers were a bonus too.
Disliked The only issue was the steep drive up to the field for camping, but definitely worth it for the views.
From the manager: Thank you for the amazing review? Pleased you had such a good visit
Love this campsite!! Perfect back to basics site. Beautiful views all around,…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Love this campsite!! Perfect back to basics site. Beautiful views all around, mountains, horses, cows, sheep and chickens. Lovely hot shower and clean toilet. Pete and Emily who run the site are very friendly and accommodating. Very relaxed atmosphere. Loved our stay and will definitely be back.
From the manager: Thanks so much, we are pleased you had such a good stay
Place was great , very close to Kendall, owners were very welcoming,…
The Blue Door shepherd's hut
Liked Place was great , very close to Kendall, owners were very welcoming, lovely quite place to relax, shepherds hut had everything we needed , and was so comfortable and walm. With extras cookies , which were very tasty , and milk left for our stay , will definitely be back, as it’s a great price too , thank you .
Disliked Nothing
From the manager: So glad you had a good time and enjoyed the cookies!
Excellent site, very friendly hosts, clean facilities, a must try!
The Blue Door shepherd's hut
Liked We stayed in the blue door shepherds hut, it was very clean and has a very useful kitchenette with everything you would need for your stay
Bed was super comfy and clean, toilet facilities were clean and eco friendly, shower was clean and nice too!
Fire pits and bbq friendly site
The hosts were super friendly and helpful, salt of the earth type of people, they checked in on us and made sure we were okay and happy with everything and couldn’t be more helpful, even their dog Sprout was a true little gentleman
There was a tin of homemade cookies left in the hut for us on arrival and they were absolutely delicious, I’d return just for them
I’d recommend this place to anyone and will definitely be booking again
Lovely remote location that’s only a 15 min drive to Kendal centre and great genuine hosts that couldn’t be more accommodating
Thank you for being so nice and for having us! Hope to see you again soon
Disliked We disliked nothing about our stay!
From the manager: Thank you so much for the lovely review - please come visit again soon!
Very good spot for views
Non-electric grass and earth campervan pitch
Liked Remoteness
Disliked Weather
From the manager: We wish we could control the weather!
Lovely spot nice clean and tidy site…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Lovely spot nice clean and tidy site
From the manager: Thank you for visiting
An absolutely beautiful peaceful place with a great eco-friendly ethos
Non-electric grass and earth campervan pitch
Liked The glorious site, the quiet, the welcome from the hosts, the basic eco-friendly facilities - a very beautiful place to be.
Disliked A little tricky to find a flatish space but not really a problem. We were in a Berlingo and the track was fine but I wouldn't want to do it in a big van as the turns are tight and it's quite narrow.
From the manager: Thank you - we were glad you enjoyed the beauty!
tl;dr: everything. If you're looking for a non-commercial, cozy, camping site with…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked tl;dr: everything. If you're looking for a non-commercial, cozy, camping site with beautiful views all around, this is the place.
Warm showers, fresh water and washing up areas are one minute walking down a path with fairylights, there's a compostable toilet on a side of the site, super well kept.
Emily and Pete are so helpful, quick to respond and welcoming.
From the manager: So happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us!
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Cockin Farm Campsite
Whinfell
Kendal
Cumbria
England
LA8 9EJ
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.38534°N
2.66282°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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Morecambe North | 22.7 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
Morecambe South | 23.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Haverigg | 28.7 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Sizergh Castle and Garden 8.3 mi
Levens Hall & Gardens 9.9 mi
The World of Beatrix Potter 10.5 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 10.6 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 10.8 mi
National Trust
Sizergh Castle and Garden 8.3 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 10.1 mi
Townend 10.3 mi
Hill Top 12.6 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 13.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Kendal and Scout Scar 5.3 mi
Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 5.3 mi
The River Kent and Kendal 5.7 mi
Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 6.2 mi
Orton and Old Tebay 6.5 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, Cumbria 15.3 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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Frequently asked questions
- Does Cockin Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cockin Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cockin Farm Campsite? In the Lake District National Park, there are lots of lovely lakes like Windermere (25 minutes’ drive) to explore. Being the largest and longest lake in the Lake District, it offers a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cockin Farm Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Cockin Farm Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.