Camping at Graythwaite
Camping at Graythwaite
4.19 /5
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.
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.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
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.
4.19 /5
83%
would recommend
Could do with more TLC
Cassandra T
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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
Recommends site
Puskal G
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Lovely place to camp.
Fun stay at Graythwaite
Recommends site
Nancy W
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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.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Ambleside area
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)
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