94 dog friendly campsites in the Lake District

Wallace Lane Farm, Caldbeck, Wigton, CumbriaWallace Lane Farm, Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria
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Wallace Lane Farm

Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria

4.87 /5

155 reviews

98%

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Family and dog friendly site on the northern fringe of the Lake District. Some pitches even have private hot tubs!

2024 Winner of Best Caravan Park North West England
Parkgate Farm Holidays, Irton, Holmrook, CumbriaParkgate Farm Holidays, Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria
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Parkgate Farm Holidays

Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria

4.94 /5

58 reviews

100%

would recommend

Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches too.

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Moss Howe Farm Campsite, Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, CumbriaMoss Howe Farm Campsite, Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria
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Moss Howe Farm Campsite

Witherslack, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

4.71 /5

96 reviews

91%

would recommend

Peaceful camping and glamping in the heart of the Lake District National Park near Windermere. Campfires welcome!

Little Acre Holiday Park, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, CumbriaLittle Acre Holiday Park, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
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Little Acre Holiday Park

Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria

4.85 /5

767 reviews

98%

would recommend

This family-run site is a perfect spot for any tourer to enjoy natural surroundings, next to the Lancaster Canal.

2024 Runner up of Best Caravan Park North West England
Sykeside Camping Park, Patterdale, Penrith, CumbriaSykeside Camping Park, Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria
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Sykeside Camping Park

Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria

4.58 /5

43 reviews

91%

would recommend

A great base for the Lake District, offering pods and pitches for tents and tourers. Onsite pub and dog friendly.

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Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping, Coniston, CumbriaConiston Experience Freedom Glamping, Coniston, Cumbria
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Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping

Coniston, Cumbria

4.68 /5

10 reviews

90%

would recommend

Family friendly and accessible glamping in the Lake District. Five minutes to Coniston and Coniston Water!

Harbour Lights, Haverigg, Millom, CumbriaHarbour Lights, Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria
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Harbour Lights

Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria

4.62 /5

145 reviews

92%

would recommend

Two minute walk from award winning dog friendly Haverigg beach. Family friendly camping, touring and glamping.

The Larches Caravan Park, Mealsgate, CumbriaThe Larches Caravan Park, Mealsgate, Cumbria
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The Larches Caravan Park

Mealsgate, Cumbria

4.85 /5

48 reviews

98%

would recommend

Adult only and dog friendly site, ten minutes to the Lake District's northern fells with an onsite shop.

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Church Stile Farm and Holiday Park, Seascale, CumbriaChurch Stile Farm and Holiday Park, Seascale, Cumbria
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Church Stile Farm and Holiday Park

Seascale, Cumbria

4.78 /5

200 reviews

95%

would recommend

Dog friendly camping, touring and glamping on a farm close to Scafell Pike, just 15 minutes from Seascale Beach.

2024 Winner of Best Family Campsite North West England
Sizergh Caravan and Camping, Kendal, CumbriaSizergh Caravan and Camping, Kendal, Cumbria
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Sizergh Caravan and Camping

Kendal, Cumbria

4.77 /5

54 reviews

94%

would recommend

Idyllic farm campsite nestled between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales with an onsite farm shop and cafe.

Crake Trees Manor, Penrith, CumbriaCrake Trees Manor, Penrith, Cumbria
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Crake Trees Manor

Penrith, Cumbria

4.92 /5

29 reviews

90%

would recommend

Camping and glamping pods in the wildflower meadows on an organic farm. In Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes from Lakes.

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Little Acre Camping, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, CumbriaLittle Acre Camping, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
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Little Acre Camping

Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria

4.85 /5

204 reviews

98%

would recommend

Peaceful site two minutes from the M6, great for the Lakes or Dales. Just a five minute walk from a pub.

Beckses Caravan Park, Penrith, CumbriaBeckses Caravan Park, Penrith, Cumbria
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Beckses Caravan Park

Penrith, Cumbria

4.73 /5

58 reviews

98%

would recommend

Small, family run park offering a quiet base within the Lake District, ten minutes from Ullswater. Dogs welcome!

Moss Side Farm Campsite, Broughton-in-Furness, CumbriaMoss Side Farm Campsite, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
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Moss Side Farm Campsite

Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria

4.61 /5

94 reviews

90%

would recommend

Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.

Kestrel Lodge Campsite, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CumbriaKestrel Lodge Campsite, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria
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Kestrel Lodge Campsite

Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria

4.81 /5

36 reviews

97%

would recommend

Peaceful, small and quiet campsite in the Lake District, just below Skiddaw. Only 15 minutes to Keswick.

Birchbank Camping Site, Ulverston, CumbriaBirchbank Camping Site, Ulverston, Cumbria
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Birchbank Camping Site

Ulverston, Cumbria

4.75 /5

166 reviews

96%

would recommend

A small campsite on a Lake District sheep farm, on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary.

Harbour Side Caravan Site, Maryport, CumbriaHarbour Side Caravan Site, Maryport, Cumbria
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Harbour Side Caravan Site

Maryport, Cumbria

4.8 /5

102 reviews

93%

would recommend

A small coastal caravan and campsite by Maryport Marina, with scenic views over the Solway Firth.

Caldbeck Camping, Caldbeck, Wigton, CumbriaCaldbeck Camping, Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria
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Caldbeck Camping

Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria

4.95 /5

35 reviews

97%

would recommend

A riverside dog-friendly site directly on the Cumbrian Way footpath in the Northern Lake District.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Runner up
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Holmescales Campsite, Old Hutton, Kendal, CumbriaHolmescales Campsite, Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria
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Holmescales Campsite

Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria

4.65 /5

60 reviews

93%

would recommend

A small site at the gateway to the Lake District with Dales close by. Onsite archery, quad biking and axe throwing.

Cherry Trees Farm, Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, CumbriaCherry Trees Farm, Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria
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Cherry Trees Farm

Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria

4.81 /5

67 reviews

96%

would recommend

Nestled on the edge of the Lake District National Park, family friendly camping and pods with hot tubs.

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