Crosbythwaite Campsite
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- Simple pop-up campsite on a farm in the Lake District National Park
- Coniston Water half an hour’s drive; South Lakes Safari Zoo 40 minutes
- Off-grid grass pitches; snack shed selling breakfasts and sandwiches
Campground type
12
3
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Apr 4 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass RV campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
would recommend this campground to a friend
would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Remote basic good value, with a hut serving food and drinks in the am.
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Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked: Great location with views; the cafe/cabin in the morning even though didn't use it (would have been a lifesaver if we'd needed), the lack of rules but general consideration from other campers nonetheless, isolated location.
Disliked: Not much. Never saw the owner and I don't think that's expected, although I wasn't sure initially if I needed to check in. It's a small site (which is good) with - apart from the snack shack and honesty box outside of hours - just a single portaloo (which I saw being cleaned) and a tap and some picnic tables, so won't suit everyone. I like it basic and my teens appreciated the lack of washing facilities! I think the nearest pub or other facilities are a few miles away. The main word of caution is that much of the site is on a bit of a slope, so get there early or be prepared to sleep on a slant. Not enough to put me off and I would definitely go back.
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Very helpful staff, beautiful site. Simple but all you really want
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked: Friendly people, good ground, toilets clean, excellent cakes
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Clean porta loos, beautiful wild location and views (exposed and windswept on…
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Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked: Clean porta loos, beautiful wild location and views (exposed and windswept on our visit but of course no one can control that!), spacious fields and a decent amount of flat ground for tents and vans. Very responsive and helpful on text
Disliked: Only one thing - Untreated private supply water (ominously labelled “drink at your own risk”) - not necessarily a problem in itself with the right equipment, but I don’t think i was made aware of on pitch up when booking. Probably wouldn’t have booked had I known this because I didn’t have enough gas to boil all water, didnt fancy taking the risk, and hadn’t brought chlorine or filter equipment. This will be fine for some campers especially if they know in advance though.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review of our pop up campsite. I'm sorry you were upset about the private water supply and glad you pointed out that it is not stated on PitchUp as we will rectify that so other potential customers are made aware. We all drink this private water supply without any issues.
Thanks again for taking the time to review us.
Am excellent stay for a night or two!
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Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked: Beautiful and Peaceful Location
Excellent Value For Money
Disliked: Nothing
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Toilets are cleaned reguarly
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Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked: Quite working farm farm lads were amazing when i got stuck yes 3 tonnes does sink in a downpour
Snack bar is amazing too
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Very clean campsite, easy to find, good description, toilets clean.…
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Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked: Very clean campsite, easy to find, good description, toilets clean.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Crosbythwaite Campsite
Crosbythwaite Farm
Ulpha
Broughton-in-Furness
Cumbria
England
LA20 6DY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.34406°N
-3.24733°W
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Silecroft | 9.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seascale | 10.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Haverigg | 10.8 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 15.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
| Walney Sandy Gap | 16.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 6.6 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 10.2 mi
Hill Top 11.1 mi
Lakeland Motor Museum 11.9 mi
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 12 mi
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 6.9 mi
Gondola' 7.3 mi
Coniston and Tarn Hows 8.1 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 10.2 mi
Grasmere and Great Langdale 11.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 4.4 mi
MUNCASTER CASTLE 5.6 mi
The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 6.3 mi
The Beacon and Blawith Fell 6.6 mi
Coniston - Tarn Hows - Coniston 7.1 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Thursday, July 31, 2025)
Penrith, England 27.9 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Crosbythwaite Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Crosbythwaite Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Crosbythwaite Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Stanley Ghyll Waterfall: 10 minutes’ drive - Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway: 25 minutes - Muncaster Castle: 25 minutes - Swinside Stone Circle: 25 minutes - … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Crosbythwaite Campsite?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Crosbythwaite Campsite? From $26.59 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.