Waterside House Farm and the adjoining campsite and glamping site have been run by the same family for five generations. Tucked in the Barton Fells, the site offers a real country atmosphere with cattle and calves nearby and sheepdogs at work. Camp by the shore of Ullswater in the shadow of a farmhouse built in 1694 for the perfect traditional camping experience. Everything the UNESCO heritage Lake District area has to offer is accessible.

About Waterside Farm Campsite

This lakeside site is home to a flock of Swaledale Ewes, who spend most of their time on the nearby Barton Fell taking life at a very calm pace. Waterside House provides comfortable facilities and a peaceful park in which to relax and reconnect with nature in the midst of the surrounding lakes. The site is popular with families, couples, walkers and a few well-supervised groups who enjoy the natural beauty of the area. This is a real country experience that can captivate children who love animals, and at certain times of the year you may see the sheep being dipped, sheared or even lambs being born in the spring. You will certainly see sheepdogs at work on a regular basis and cattles and calves peacefully roaming in a nearby field. Located within the north of the Lake District National Park, the site makes it easy for visitors to get around the Lakes and explore fully, thanks to excellent bus connections nearby. Campers can pitch a tent with or without an electric hook-up and may be able to grab one of the coveted lakeside view pitches, for an amazing sunset experience every day. The site has a glamping field with lakeside pods (without beds) and furnished tipis for those who like to experience some home comforts. The glamping pods are perfect for a family of four, and are well insulated with electricity, lighting and heating facilities. There's also a decking area which the view demands! Meanwhile, tipis offer real beds, a fire pit for traditional camp outs and kitchen equipment for rustic cooking. Sit outside and rustle up some dinner while dusk falls on the lake. For pods bring everything you'll need except a tent (as these are empty inside) and for furnished tipis just bring warm clothes, bedding and towels. These are a chance to experience England's beauty without facing any adverse weather.

The pods and general site are open from the March until mid November. Lakeside Tipis are available from the end of April through to the end of September.


Facilities and amenities

Facilities include modern shower and toilet facilities, plus a disabled toilet and Wi-Fi on site. In the family field there is a children's adventure area and the chance to play sport such as volleyball and table tennis (free of charge with small deposit payable). There's also a well stocked shop with gas exchange, seasonal catering van and a boat launch. The site has a boat storage facility on the lake shore and also hosts Wake and Surf for those looking for high octane action.

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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

Waterside Farm Campsite,

Waterside Farm, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria & Lake District, CA10 2NA

Coordinates

54.5998, -2.8328 | NY 46 23

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Waterside Farm Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Rallies

Young children


There are 153 accommodation options on-site

120 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Some lakeside pitches are available with amazing lake views, others have views of the countryside.

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20 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

There are 20 pitches located on the perimeter of the family field and Manchester Field with electric. All electric pitches are pea gravel which tents must pitch upon, max tent size 5m.



Interested in staying at Waterside Farm Campsite?

Call 01768 486332 to book.

Unfortunately Waterside Farm Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.


Always read before pitching:

We welcome families and couples only.

Pets are permitted in some pod accommodation.

Tents: When pitching please give consideration to neighbouring campers. Particular care must be taken in wet weather to avoid damage to grass.

Tickets: Please display your ticket prominently on your tent or motorhome.

For extended stay please re-book by returning your ticket to reception before it expires.

Pitch fees are payable online or in advance or in advance at reception.

Bookings are accepted only in the name of the person on the booking form and are not transferable.

Cash, Visa, MasterCard and Switch are all accepted.

It is a condition that the proprietors are relieved for any loss or damage sustained by clients on their property.

Well-behaved dogs are accepted providing they are kept on a lead at all times and exercised off the park. Dogs must not be left unattended. No dangerous breeds.

No firearms or offensive weapons of any kind are allowed on the park.

The proprietors are relieved of responsibility and financial liability for any goods left behind after departure, although every effort will be made to forward any articles left.

Pods and tipis must be left clean and tidy and vacated by the times on the booking form.

Damages and losses must be paid for before departure.

We ask all customers to act with consideration for others, to observe park rules printed on the receipts and to keep the park and toilet blocks quiet, clean and tidy.

Any person who, in the view of the proprietors causes undue disturbance or fails to keep dogs under control will be asked to leave.

Visitors must check in at reception and are bound by site rules, displayed on site and on reverse of receipt. Visitors staying overnight will be charged normal site fees and acceptance is at our discretion.

We reserve the right to close a park facility without prior notice in unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellations must be made or confirmed via email 2 weeks prior to stay.

The speed limit on the park is 5mph. All vehicles must conform to the Road Traffic Act and have current Tax, MOT and insurance.

Seasonal opening hours apply to shop and onsite catering unit.

People seeking 'party time' are not permitted and would not find Waterside House suited to their needs.

In order to maintain our policy of peaceful nights, we ask that everyone is checked in by 9pm at the latest.

Entry to the park is restricted to holidaymakers (tradesman, commercial vehicles, caravans etc are

not accepted).


Of course, the park is a superb base for exploring around the Lake District, right beside the popular lake of Ullswater, but also close to Keswick and Derwent Water. For ramblers who just can't get enough, the North Pennines and Solway Coast are also close at hand.

Outdoor adventurers will have plenty to get excited over in the national park. On offer are:

  • Canadian canoe or kayak hire
  • Rowing boat hire
  • Paddleboarding
  • Wake and surf
  • The Gathering Cafe
  • Mountain bikes
  • Table tennis, volleyball and football
  • A lakeshore dog walk
  • Ullswater Steamers- heritage ships that carry passengers over 8 miles of gorgeous waterways

In Pooley Bridge, just a 20 minute walk away by the lake shore there are pubs, cafes and local amenities.

The Ullswater Way, a 20 mile long distance challenge passes right through the site. Why not test your fitness by taking part and then bed down beside the lakeshore?

Interested in staying at Waterside Farm Campsite?

Call 01768 486332 to book.

Unfortunately Waterside Farm Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

The listing for Waterside Farm Campsite was last updated on January 31st, 2024 at 9:09 AM

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