Moss Side Farm Campsite
Moss Side Farm Campsite
4.57 /5
Moss Side Farm Campsite sits in the beautiful southern fells of the Lake District National Park. Quietly nestled in scenic Woodland Valley, close to Coniston. Views here are second to none. This small, family-run campsite is a traditional Lakeland Hill farm with sheep, cows, horses, ducks, pigs and hens onsite. There are many beautiful footpaths leading to and from the site, as well as space to relax and explore.
Why you'll love it at Moss Side Farm Campsite
Ideally located in the Lake District, near Coniston Lake and 40 minutes to Windermere
Plenty of footpaths and cycle routes to explore, filled with local wildlife
Small and friendly working farm campsite with picturesque views
About the site
This is a quiet site, suitable for older families (children aged 15 and over) and couples. Come and soak up the peace and quiet, and relax in the wonderful surroundings of the Woodland Valley. The historic village of Broughton in Furness is just a five minute drive or a 35 minute stroll down the footpath, with cafes, pubs and more. There is plenty of space to explore, hills, woodlands and streams all here on the site. Pitch up on grass to enjoy incredible views and you'll also find a small selection of hardstanding areas. For glampers, there are cosy rail cabins to try, which sleep four and include a wood burner, double bed and a set of bunks, larger groups of six can rent the entire rustic bunk house for an adventure in the Lakes, with comfy adult size bunkbeds, couch, wood burning stove, kettle, toaster and microwave. The site is fairly near the coast, the lovely beaches of Haverigg and Silecroft being a 20 minute drive away. The nearest lake, Coniston, is a 15 minute drive. Moss Side is a great base for walkers who want to ramble on the lower footpaths and for the more adventurous who want a little more of a challenge of the higher peaks like Coniston Old Man, Blackcombe or Scar Fell! Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead whilst on the farm.
Moss Side Farm Campsite is open all year round.
There are 40 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
35 x Grass Pitches
Max 4 people
Grass pitches without electric. Great views, plenty of space for exploring. These are for tents, trailer tents and vw-type campervans.
4.57 /5
88%
would recommend
"Utterly recommended if you're looking for somewhere to relax"
Bob B - May 2024
"One of the loveliest campsites we have stayed at"
Alex H - May 2024
"Facilities were exactly what you would need and overall very spacious"
Georgia M - Aug 2023
"The best bit was all the animals roaming around, the goats and the farm dogs and chickens"
Chenade T - Aug 2023
Lovely 2 night stay hiking in the lakes
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Tegan E
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Myself and my partner love hiking in the lakes and were looking for somewhere close to our next adventure. This is a lovely little campsite. It's a working farm with sheep, cows, chickens, ducks and a cockerel alarm clock as the sun rises. The farm dogs were lovely and enjoyed playing fetch. This campsite is rustic with everything you need, a nice hot shower with a changing area. Clean toilets and an area for pot wash. There were two fields and we stayed by the railway pods they offer (we didn't see inside these but they looked cool!) The main field is towards the back of the farm, there is a lovely view from both. Really great that it's open all year round. Lovely owners who greet you, leave you to your own devices but are always available. You can walk to the local village of Broughton on Furness in 30 minutes and there is a direct straight line route out the back of the farm. It is the most quaint village with a post office, bakery, delicatessen and gorgeous pubs. We really recommend the Old Kings head, really good service, a fire and delicious food. We hiked 3 Wainwrights in a day, Brim Fell, Dow Cragg and Old Man of Coniston and it was an easy 20 minute drive from the campsite to the Walna Scar car park. Decent value for money for what you get and in comparison to what others are charging, it's fair and reasonable. Highly recommend Moss Side Farm and we will be back soon. Thank you!
Great campsite
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Gary W
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All round great campsite with facilities and incredible views.
Cold but happy
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Andrew F
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A really nice couple running a traditional farm campsite. We stayed in our campervan and even thought the weather was a bit harsh we had a good time. On the last night, we moved into one of the "railway" huts which has a wood burning stove and that was a great experience as well. I would suggest these huts for anyone staying over more than a couple of days. We are planning on returning as its a good centre for hiking all over the Lake District.
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Things to do on site and in the Broughton-in-Furness area
The site is a 15 minute drive from Coniston Lake where you can take part in many water sports. Sail on the lake on the historic steam gondola, or try your hand at pony trekking through the stunning lakeside scenery. You can also sail up Windermere on a steam boat or just sit, relax and listen to the sheep, birds and the breeze in the trees!
There are many National Trust houses for you to explore and the ancient Muncaster and Sizer Castles are romantic and beautiful, well worth a day trip.
When you fancy something more active, try mountain biking and Go Ape in Grizedale Forest. Then visit Wasdale which has the deepest lake, the highest mountain and the smallest church in the country!
The historic market town on Ulverston should be next on your list, home of Stan Laurel of Laurel and Hardy, cobbled street, tea rooms, authentic Art Deco Roxy cinema a real treat, they still have an interval at half time where the ice cream lady walks in selling here wares!
Other incredible things to see and do include:
- Roman forts and bathhouses at Ravenglass
- Old Hall Farm in Bouth, a historic working farm
- The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway
- South Lakes Safari Zoo
- Furness Abbey
- Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's house
- Lakes Aquarium
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