Frost Hole
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- Peaceful pop-up site with stunning Lake District National Park views
- Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre 15 minutes’ drive; Windermere 20 minutes
- Showers available; pubs and shops 10 minutes’ drive
Site type
15
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 23 Jul to
9.6/10
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers spectacular mountain views and a peaceful, scenic setting, ideal for hikers and wild swimmers. Visitors consistently praise the friendly and helpful hosts, Chloe and Linden, and highlight the exceptionally clean facilities, particularly the hot shower and portaloo. Its excellent location provides easy access to Windermere and Ambleside. Some found pitches uneven and rocky, and one mention was made of noisy campers on one night, but the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive with many planning return visits.
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Amazing location! Very clean and tidy! Highly recommend!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked We loved our stay at Frost Hole. Amazing location! The campsite is clean and tidy! Very easy to find following the sat nav! The shower is amazing! The portaloos are very well kept and the nicest smelling I’ve been in haha. There is fresh drinking water to use whenever! Chloe is very friendly and makes sure you’re ok the following day and is at the bottom of the hill if you need her.
Disliked Arguing with my girlfriend Katy on who was going to open the gates to drive through haha. We didn’t not like anything! Our stay was great!
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A welcoming place for a tranquil getaway with a wild camping feel
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked I really enjoyed my two night stay at Frost Hole. Lyndon and Chloe are friendly hosts, happy to chat and help if needed. They're also really busy so equally, they'll leave you to enjoy your stay in peace. Peace is what Frost Hole offers in spades. Pitches are few, very well spaced and the location itself feels remote and tranquil. The views from the site are gorgeous. You could be in the middle of nowhere.
Staveley isn't far away for a little outdoors retail therapy, and various food and drink options. Wilf's Café is legendary.
Staveley is something of an outdoor activity hub and there's running, biking and hiking on your doorstep at Frost Hole.
The thrumming South Lakes hotspots of Bowness, Windermere and Ambleside are within a half hour drive.
I think Frost Hole suits active families, individuals and small groups - say, backpackers, cycle tourists and car campers - very well for short stays.
Disliked Not really a dislike but visitors should be aware that this is a basic campsite with "just enough" home comforts. Toilets, warm shower (kept meticulously clean) and drinking water sufficient for the few pitches.
No WiFi and very limited mobile phone reception. These last points, you might consider, a bonus for an undisturbed break.
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Back to basics camping experience in a fantastic setting.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great views, well-drained good quality grass to pitch on, great walks from the site, quiet, friendly campers and lovely ownership team.
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Lovely site and equipped with exactly what you need for a short break.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Probably the most beautiful spot ive ever camped.
Disliked Going home 😭
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Great site. Clean facilities. Friendly family farm.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful location. Very scenic and neatly kept. Owners are friendly and care about the people who stay.
Nice new shower.
We took up a suggestion to walk to the tarn and enjoyed a wild swim.
Lots of animals for kids to see.
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Great facilities, great location and views.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great facilities, great location and views. Lovely host.
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Beautiful campsite nestled in the hills…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful campsite nestled in the hills - so friendly and helpful, thank you :)
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Unforgettable escape in rolling hillside with friendly owners
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Idyllic small, quiet and basic campsite in a stunning location with fantastic sunsets and sunrises with a giant tree for shade in the hot summer.
Swallows, pheasants, chickens, bats and couple of midges.
Walk down a footpath full of blackberries.
Kind and polite owners made the 4 days memorable.
Showers was a plus and was heard to be having issues but always working when we needed it. As we liked basic camping a shower was a treat.
Disliked Portaloos smelt by the end of the week but owners regularly tried to clean as much as can.
Simple sink for grey water (pot washing) would be helpful but not vital.
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Just stayed at frost Hole this…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Just stayed at frost Hole this week for 2 nights. Excellent campsite and wonderful location. The views are spectacular! Friendly host and wouldn't hesitate to book again. Thanks
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Excellent site with clean facilities, simple but effective
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The views
Simplicity and price
The owners were so so so welcoming and sweet
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
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 Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No running water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Frost Hole
Staveley
Kendal
Cumbria
England
LA8 9QU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.38242°N
2.79603°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 | 21.2 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
| Morecambe South | 21.6 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Haverigg | 23.9 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Silecroft | 25.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Walney West Shore | 26.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The World of Beatrix Potter 5.2 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 5.3 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 5.7 mi
Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 6 mi
Sizergh Castle and Garden 6.9 mi
National Trust
Windermere and Troutbeck 4.8 mi
Townend 5.2 mi
Sizergh Castle and Garden 6.9 mi
Hill Top 7.3 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 8.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 0.9 mi
Kentmere Horseshoe 4 mi
Scout Scar - Helsington 4 mi
Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 4.3 mi
Kendal and Scout Scar 4.3 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Frost Hole have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Frost Hole dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Frost Hole? Hikes directly from the pitches head up to rugged Brunt Knott (25 minutes’ walk), or you can try for the peak of Kentmere (nearly two hours). A longer ramble leads to Brant … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Frost Hole?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Frost Hole? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.