Please note that this is a pop-up campsite, open for a limited number of days each year.

Camping at Graythwaite is on the western shore of Windermere with beautiful, unobstructed lake views. Pitch your tent or campervan on spacious grass pitches at the farm of the spacious Graythwaite Estate, and enjoy freshly made coffee in the mornings from the onsite shop. With lakeside paths and easy access to Lake Windermere! An adventure company who are based on the Estate provide watersports, clay pigeon shooting, archery and more!

Spacious grass pitches in scenic Lake District National Park, onsite pop up coffee shop too

Picturesque views of Lake Windemere right from your pitch, and direct access to the lake!

Dog friendly and simple site, with lots of activities nearby like kayaking and archery

About Camping at Graythwaite

Simple camping at its finest. Pitch up and wake up to views of the iconic Lake Windermere from your tent, a truly unforgettable experience. Set on the Graythwaite Estate, you certainly will not run out of things to explore with the farm next door and the Lake District National Park on your doorstep. There are just 50 grass pitches onsite, three of which are for campervans only, the rest are for tents only. Guests are spoilt for choice with unmarked pitches so you can remain undisturbed as you enjoy the lovely views of Lake Windermere from your pitch! The site is a back to nature experience, with simple facilities and plenty of home comforts too. The site is decorated with festoon lighting, and there is an undercover space where you can charge your phones and tablets, but don't forget your torch! A five minute walk through the adjacent field puts you on the edge of Lake Windermere with plenty of places to launch your own paddleboards/Kayaks. Picnic on the banks, or visit the neighbouring sheep this site is perfect for those wanting to reconnect with nature. Firepits are allowed as long as they are raised from the ground. BBQ's or firepits are not to be placed directly onto the grass. Fire pits can also be hired, and logs and kindling will be available for sale. Dogs are allowed with you onsite but must be kept on a lead and supervised at all times. Don't forget your sense of adventure!

The site from 28th March until 7th April, the 25th May until 2nd June, then from 19th July until 27th August.


Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include hot showers, toilets, a washing-up area, reception and a hardcore base parking area. Trollies are provided to take your equipment from your car to your tent

There's a covered communal area with charging points and space to relax.

A horsebox serving, teas, coffees, soft drinks and alcohol will be open daily. Fire pits and fuel can also be purchased.

It's a ten minute drive to Hawkshead where you'll find The Red Lion pub and a Co-op for picking up all of the essentials.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


Map and address

Park address

Camping at Graythwaite,

Cunsey Farm, Cunsey, Ambleside, Cumbria & Lake District, LA22 0LU

Coordinates

54.3312, -2.9545 | SD 37 93

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Camping at Graythwaite is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet


There are 49 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

46 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 6 people

Unmarked grass pitches without electric for tents only. Set close to the edge of Lake Windemere.

3 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches

Max 4 people

Unmarked grass pitches close the edge of Lake Windemere for campervans only.


Camping at Graythwaite reviews

4.19 /5

46 reviews

83%

would recommend

Overall
4.19
Location
4.8
Value for money
4.48
Service
4.33
Facilities
3.7
Cleanliness
3.65

Could do with more TLC

Cassandra T

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2024

Overall, a great location, easy to find, quiet and good value for money. I know it is a campsite, but the toilets and showers were dirty and the bins in the ladies toilets overflowing! If the facilities were cleaned regularly then I would recommend. There was only a person there one night of our stay. They are meant to be there 5-9 every day, hence the low standard of service score. Although, when we did see someone, they were friendly.

Great location

Puskal G

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Large Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2024

Lovely place to camp.

Fun stay at Graythwaite

Nancy W

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Large Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2024

The location of Graythwaite was lovely. Just a short stroll across a field to Lake Windermere. There was a lovely walk along the lake and stunning views. Being able to hire a fire pit and buy logs and kindling was great once the temperature dropped in the evening. What let the campsite down were the facilities sadly. It would have been much better to have someone on site to check the cleanliness of the shower block and washing up area more regularly. The horse box bar stocked some essentials but only opened from 5-9pm.

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FAQ

Check-in is between 2pm till 9pm and check-out is due by 10am on day of departure.

Yep, each pitch welcomes two dogs each, and they must be kept on a lead whilst onsite.

Lake Windermere is in easy reach from the site, and an adventure company provides a wide variety of activities including archery, clay pigeon shooting, watersports and 4x4 driving experiences!

A gazebo is welcome free of charge. Sorry awnings and pup tents are not allowed.


This area is fantastic for the adventurers! With cycling, hiking and lakeside strolls all reachable from the site. The estate is spacious, with an indoor hub provided for you to kick back, read and socialise.

An adventure company also offers a whole range of options with watersports, archery, clay pigeon shooting and 4x4 driving all available as experiences.

The surrounding area includes excellent local pubs, tasty eateries, lakeside cafés and Michelin starred restaurants - there's something for everyone.

Attractions in the area include:

  • Lakes Aquarium (10 minutes)
  • National Trust's Wray Castle (20 minutes)
  • Predator Experience- Wolf (20 minutes)
  • World of Beatrix Potter (30 minutes)
  • Rydal Mount and Gardens (30 minutes)
The listing for Camping at Graythwaite was last updated on September 17th, 2024 at 10:37 AM

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