Birchbank Camping Site Reviews

Short but sweet

Short and sweet. Woke up early to the owner cleaning the shower and loo block! Says it all 👍🏻

Birchbank

The location was beautiful, very remote. There's nothing but hills for miles, great for walkers. There's a no noise policy after 10 pm so not for party people. The owner was very nice and helpful, although neglected to tell us that large groups of teenage hikers would be arriving for the second half of our stay. They were all extremely well behaved but the showers and toilet facilities were not enough to cope with the amount of users. There are 3 showers (one ended up out of order), 3 toilets and 1 dish sink for about 100 tents and campervans at one point. Overall though we enjoyed our stay, everybody there adhered to the no noise after 10 policy, even the larger groups of campers. I would recommend this site for the views and the peace and quiet. Probably not great for kids as nothing to occupy them.

Site's response

Sorry that the family bathroom was out or order on Sunday night. Some of the tiles had to come off and had to be cemented back on. We had 24 pitches booked on Friday night so we were full, the Duke of Edinburgh group had 1 and 2 man tents, so there was more than one on a pitch.

Beautiful

What can I say….. amazing. The drive in was just beautiful. The views and surroundings are stunning. The camp site got everything you need. Not luxurious. Very basic but suited us just fine. Even got to see the farmer and his dog rounding the sheep up. Loved it.

Perfect quiet location

Very clean facilities, nice flat pitch with great walks on the doorstep. Perfect get away from the rush of normal life as you have to climb a hill to get a data network!

Spot on

It was an amazing week apart from the rain 🌧 most of the week, but a holiday is what you make of it The site was amazing, basic but exceptionally clean. They have a washer and dryer, fridge/freezer for your use, but please help them by donation 🙏 😀 It's only fair, there is an honesty jar 🫙 We managed to see them sheering their 🐑 a couple of days, the pitches are a little uneven but the view of the fells certainly counteracts.

Great little campsite for the family

Great campsite for the family, outstanding views. My only criticism would be the cut off point should be 9pm not 10pm, people arriving at 9.55pm to set up is not ideal.

Excellent

Great place to stay, really rural and relaxing. Ulverston 20 mins away, Coniston 25 mins away!

Fantastic campsite

It's off the beaten track, but well worth this visit. A working farm at the bottom of Coniston lake tucked away in the hills. It was a fantastic find for our weekend away with 2 small boys, who loved the views of sheep in the fields. The campsite was flat in places, pitches by a stream, or in the field with 360 views. It was quiet and lovely and a hit with families. Toilets and showers were immaculate, well kept and plenty of hot water. A lovely stay, we will definitely be back.

Fantastic stay

Gorgeous location, nestled amongst hills and grazing land for sheep and cows. Really generous selection of facilities and all very accessible. Plenty of room on the site and friendly people. So reasonably priced too! 10/10 stay, would highly recommend.

A wonderful location, lovely camping area and very clean facilities

We arrived with a large tent, having booked for a small tent. This was no problem, in fact, we were offered any vacant site including an electric point (without electricity). There are 4 toilets, 3 showers, a washing up sink, a washing machine, dryer and a fridge, all newly painted and cleaned each night. There is information about shopping, routes for cyclists to avoid busy roads and local activities. Access is via a narrow single track with sheep. Most enjoyable.

Striding Edge weekend

A few friends stayed with me and we had a great weekend Hosts are friendly, but not intrusive. Fridge/ freezer available. Washing machine and tumbler available too (honesty box payable). Highly recommended.

A beautiful, remote campsite on a working sheep farm

Beautiful, quiet site. Very much off the beaten track, great if you want to get away from it all. It's a working sheep farm so expect some farm smells, but not at all bad. Facilities were good. Nice hot water and good shower facilities. There's a shared-use fridge which is very helpful if you're staying in hot weather.

2 nights stay

Quiet camp site, surrounded by lovely fields. We stayed with a 1 year old and she was very excited to see the sheep nearby and all the birds that flew over. Camp site manager/ owner was friendly and helpful when we arrived. Facilities were basic but clean and as expected.

Great place

Great place, quiet and with clean toilets. Would highly recommend.

Really enjoyed the stay

Really enjoyed our stay here, lots of lovely flat grass pitches not far from facilities. Lovely views from the site. Road a little windy to get there from Coniston but absolutely fine!

Unspoilt part of South Lakeland

Fabulous spot, very unspoilt part of lakes, really liked it - will be back. Great walks from door close to Cumbrian Way.

Well organised site in a stunning location

We loved our stay here. The facilities were regularly cleaned and although basic gave us everything we needed. The local area is beautiful and we did a couple of the recommended walks which were stunning. Our children loved playing in the stream and watching the farm animals every day.

Lovely, quiet site kept spotlessly clean

Was perfect for those who like to get away from it all. Lovely and peaceful. Facilities kept nice and clean. A 20 minute drive from Ulverston.

Beautiful stay

Lovely little site, we turned up pretty later than expected and the host was so nice and understanding. Got all the facilities that you need, perfect place for a few nights stay.

Lovely place

Great location for access to trails and the campsite is not too large. Everything was easy

Great campsite located on a working farm

The 4 of us stayed at Birchbank and we all had a lovely time in our little corner of the field next to the stream. There were 3 showers, 3 loos and 2 sink areas and we never had to wait to use the facilities. The facilities are basic but the water was always so lovely and hot so no worries from us at all! It was lamb season so amazing to sit and watch the animals across the fields. The cows are a vocal, but we appreciated that we stayed literally right next door to their barn and nothing ear plugs can't help with at night! Very peaceful couple of days and no trouble with any noise or disruption etc. We cycled to the nearest pub but it was a tricky ride as very hilly, so something to consider as there isn't anywhere within a short walking distance. You do need your car to drive around. Would recommend and a good price! Thanks!

Brilliant place, perfect stay!

A lovely farm with beautiful surroundings! Plenty of space on the site, very peaceful. Lots of walks from site too. Shower/toilet block very clean and were continuously kept clean throughout the day. If you're looking for a laid back campsite, this is it. We will be back in the future.

Lovely remote site with access to the fells

Access to the fells. Lots of space and it is a nice and quiet site.

Lovely overnight stay

Nice little overnight stay on farm campsite. Small and basic. Toilet shower block clean. If you want peace and remoteness then this is perfect.

Stunningly located, peaceful farm

Absolutely a stunning, beautifully located campsite with excellent facilities, friendly owners and perfect places to walk. Our dog loved it too. Saw wild hoses, lots of sheep and pheasants. Highly recommend this farm, will definitely be back time and time again.