Peacock Farm Camping

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Camping field and views around the site
Camping field and views around the site
Bell tent pitched up on our farm
Bell tent pitched up on our farm
Views around the site
Views around the site
Views around the site
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Camping field
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Bell tent pitched up on our farm
Bell tent pitched up on our farm
Views around the site

  • Lake District wild camping site 10 minutes’ drive from Kendal
  • Windermere 15 minutes’ drive; Scafell Pike 50 minutes
  • Dogs welcome; resident sheep and cows; five minutes’ walk from a pub
It’s not quite ‘blink and you’ll miss it’ at Peacock Farm Camping, but it’s worth noting that this family-friendly site is open to the public only for 60 precious days a year, so it pays to time your holiday just right… This is a pop-up site on a working farm on the south-eastern fringes of Lake District National Park, where profits from the wild camping go to Dreamflight, a UK charity that supports children with a serious illness or disability to go on a dream holiday. Almost halfway between Kendal (10 minutes’ drive) and Windermere (15 minutes), it has a pretty privileged location for exploring this spectacular corner of England, with views of distant wooded hills and fields surrounded by moss-covered stone walls. Amenities are on the simple side at Peacock Farm, but there are portable toilets for guests. In addition, you’re welcome to light up a barbecue or a campfire when it’s time for dinner. Need provisions? The nearest shop is just across the A591 (five minutes), or you can head into Kendal or Staveley (10 minutes). And if you fancy a pub meal (steak, fish and chips, curry…), you have to walk only about five minutes down the lane. There are dog-friendly walks in the vicinity, but while on the farm, please keep your canine buddy on a lead so as not to spook the resident animals, which include sheep and cows. There is also plenty of wildlife to be seen on your hikes – from red squirrels to nesting ospreys at Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve (15 minutes), where the peaty ponds also attract dragonflies and damselflies.

Campground type

Tent sites 60
Open now
Opens 18 July
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 18 July to

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Reviews

9.4

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PeacefulWild camping

100% would recommend this campground to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful, back-to-basics spot with great views & friendly farmies. Clean portaloos, but watch out for the rocky track, limited water/bins. Great for exploring the Lakes, but maybe not for total newbies. Good value, folks are keen to head back.

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Little gem of a site.

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Victoria M.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Lovely location. Very peaceful with lots of lovely animals. Portaloos were very clean.

Disliked Nothing

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Fantastic site. Looking forward to return.

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Andrea M.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Lovely big field with stunning views. Toilets are clean and well stocked. Sink for washing. Perfect.

Disliked I dislike that I have to go home. It’s also a shame to see people leaving debris behind. The sheep normally live here and it’s dangerous for them if you leave bits. Besides this - LEAVE NO TRACE! Basic camping law.

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The amazing scenery. All the walking routes. Plus…

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Phil N.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked The amazing scenery.
All the walking routes.
Plus the owners were great.

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The view was great and good…

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Nick W.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked The view was great and good to see supporting charity. Price also good

Disliked No drinking water

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Very good if basic but extremely…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Very good if basic but extremely worth the stay
Really liked how it was

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site great views, just what you need for a quiet simple stay.

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Karen G.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Location, surroundings, ease of booking,

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent base to tour the lakes…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Excellent base to tour the lakes with awesome views. Great value for money. Basic back to nature old school camping like camp sites used to be :) also the funds are paid to charity so a win win and tells you something about the ethics of the amazing land owner 👍 two porta loos a disposal area for bags of waste and a convenient tap for washing hands / pots. Will definitely be back.

Disliked Nothing really, one of the porta loos was a bit strong smelling, but you only use the facilities briefly and just used the other one so not an issue 👍

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Great little gem

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Jessica W.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked This is a great gem! Even for younger kids there is sheep’s and two lovely black horses literally outside the campsite gate! It’s quite. Can chose your own spot I love that there is no lighting as the view of the start are absolutely unreal. The price was £13 a night and honestly well worth it! The views are incredible. It’s also an amazing that it’s all for charity. I most definitely will be returning.

Disliked Nothing, had a great couple of nights. Plus the signal was also great!

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Would come again, nice first time camp. Bring your own drinking water

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caitlyn c.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Was lovely and quiet and definitely worth a tenner. Relaxing evening, easy to locate with google maps link. Great for first camp before wild camping.

Disliked I would pay a bit more if less pitches were sold. Started to be really close to other pitches who are drinking etc through the night so are quite loud. But brought ear plugs .

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Lovely site with amazing views!…

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Abigail M.

Unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site

Liked Lovely site with amazing views!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport 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

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No running water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Peacock Farm Camping

Ashes Lane

Staveley

Kendal

Cumbria

England

LA8 9JS

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.36133°N
2.8076°W

Route directions

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Nearest transport

Coach
5.3 km Bus Station
5.4 km Bus Station
5.4 km Bus Station
Rail
1.7 km Staveley Rail Station
2.8 km Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
5.5 km Kendal Rail Station
Ferry
7.5 km Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal
8.1 km Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing
8.6 km Far Sawrey Windermere Ferry Terminal

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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - National Trust - Sizergh: 10 minutes’ drive - Bowness-on-Windermere (lake cruises): 20 minutes - Lakes Aquarium: 25 minutes - National Trust - Hill Top (former home of Beatrix Potter): 40 minutes - Scafell Pike: 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe North 31.7 km Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Morecambe South 32.4 km Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Haverigg 36.6 km Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Silecroft 38.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Walney West Shore 40.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The World of Beatrix Potter 7.3 km

Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 7.5 km

Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 7.6 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 9 km

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 9.8 km

National Trust

Windermere and Troutbeck 7.6 km

Townend 8.8 km

Sizergh Castle and Garden 9 km

Hill Top 10.6 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 12.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Staveley - Ratherheath Tarn - Staveley 2 km

Scout Scar - Helsington 4.3 km

Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 5.5 km

Kendal and Scout Scar 5.5 km

The River Kent and Kendal 6.5 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Peacock Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Peacock Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Peacock Farm Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - National Trust - Sizergh: 10 minutes’ drive - Bowness-on-Windermere (lake cruises): 20 minutes - Lakes Aquarium: 25 minutes - National Trust - Hill Top (former home … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Peacock Farm Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Peacock Farm Camping? From $20.83 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.