Situated between Grasmere and Keswick at the foot of Helvellyn on a small sheep farm and catering for campervans and motorhomes, Thirlspot Farm Camping is a relaxed touring site with direct access to Sticks Pass. Take in the sweeping countryside views and unspoilt scenery from your grass pitch.

Relaxed site with direct access to Sticks Pass

Nearby to Helvellyn, Skiddaw and Blencathra, with excellent walks

Outstanding countryside views on this friendly rural sheep farm

About Thirlspot Farm Camping

This relaxed site can be found at the foot of Helvellyn, nestled just off the road between Keswick and Grasmere. The beautiful waters of Thirlmere aren't too far away, and it's a great spot for exploring. Grass pitches are available without electric, and grass and hardstanding pitches with electric included are available for caravans, campervans and motorhomes. Surrounded by stunning views of the Lake District, with plenty of trails to explore, it's easy to immerse yourself in the surrounding nature. Take the path from the site and find the wild natural infinity pool where you can swim overlooking the spectacular mountains and valleys, a truly breathtaking experience! Dogs are welcome and with there being so many idyllic hikes nearby, this is a great choice for dog walkers.

Thirlspot Farm Camping is open from 29/03 to 29/09.


Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include washing up facilities, toilets and showers with free hot water.

Please note mobile and TV signal may be weak or non existent on the site. There is no WiFi.

A pub adjacent to the site offers dining and Keswick town is just five miles away.

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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

Thirlspot Farm Camping,

Thirlmere, Keswick, Cumbria & Lake District, CA12 4TN

Coordinates

54.5500, -3.0576 | NY 31 17

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Thirlspot Farm Camping is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet


There are 16 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

4 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 4 people

Grass pitches without electric, suitable for campervans up to 6m.

2 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches suitable for caravans, campervans and motorhomes (max 8m). No electric is available on these pitches.

10 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches with electric. Suitable for campervans, motorhomes and caravans. Maximum length 8m.


Thirlspot Farm Camping reviews

86%

would recommend

Overall
4.34
Location
4.46
Value for money
4.5
Service
4.28
Facilities
4.06
Cleanliness
4.41

"This is a beautiful location with valleys and mountains to be seen from the comfort of your caravan"

Lydia F - Apr 2024

"Ticked all the boxes for our stay. A good base for hiking in the area"

Phil T - Jul 2023


Stay

Carolyn S

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2024

Really easy to find from the road, toilets and the washing up area was really clean. I was booked for 2 nights but unfortunately could only stay for one. Close to lots of walks and as a lone woman, I also felt safe. Will return again.

A very convenient site for the location

Garry C

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Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2024

An excellent place to explore the slopes of Helvellyn. A very busy working farm, that provides clean and very adequate facilities. It's one for the adventurous, who want to be out walking the hills during the day and too tired to notice traffic from the occasional car during the night. The road is busy during the day. There is a great hotel and pub at the side of the site, for food and drinks, but make sure book as it does get busy. I want to explore that area again, I would be more than happy to stay at this site. It had Hardstanding pitches with hook ups and came with our own water supply.

Amazing

Joel G

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2024

Amazing place to stay. Some lovely views with sheep at the back of you if you like to just watch with a brew. Only issues, though not even an issue really, it is next to a main road, so may hear few vehicles go past. Gorgeous pub next door also. Amazing camping spot, definitely recommend.

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FAQ

Your pitch should be ready by 11am and please make sure you arrive before 7pm. Its worth noting that the site isn't lit so arriving in daylight is preferable. Please depart the site by 11am on your departure day.

Dogs are welcome at Thirlspot Farm Camping, there are great walks right from the site you can both explore. Do note there is a small fee per dog.

BBQs are a great addition to those camping evening and are allowed at Thirlspot Farm Camping if they are raised off the ground, but campfires are not permitted under any circumstance.

Awnings and pup tents are allowed on all pitches free of charge. Sorry, gazebos are not allowed on any pitches.


The site is well placed for hiking, fell walking, and more at Helvellyn, Skiddaw and Blencathra. Grab your walking boots and hike up Sticks Pass directly from the site to admire stunning waterfalls

For a magical experience, follow the path from the site to a hidden natural infinity pool. Enjoy wild swimming with views over the neighbouring mountains and valleys, a must when staying on site.

If you're wanting to see something a bit different, head to Puzzling Place (10 minutes) and enjoy a world of optical illusions and holograms, it is a great photo opportunity. Or, head to Derwent Pencil Museum (10 minutes) and see the fascinating history of the everyday object.

You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to National Trust sites. Head to Townend (30 minutes) and see the historic farm with 400 years of family tales. Find Wray Castle 30 minutes away, a neo-gothic castle where you can enjoy the photographs of Rupert Potter, paddling in the lake or taking a boat trip to the castle's jetty.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Castlerigg Stone Circle (10 minutes)
  • Aira Force Waterfall (25 minutes)
  • Brockhole on Windermere, The Lake District Visitor Centre (25 minutes)
  • The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (30 minutes)
  • Kayaking tours with Tall Bloke Adventures (30 minutes)
  • Blackwell (35 minutes)
The listing for Thirlspot Farm Camping was last updated on October 18th, 2024 at 10:00 PM

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