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
Site type
12
3
This site 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, 04 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
would recommend this site 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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Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
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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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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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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Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked: Beautiful and Peaceful Location
Excellent Value For Money
Disliked: Nothing
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Toilets are cleaned reguarly
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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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Liked: Very clean campsite, easy to find, good description, toilets clean.
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)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
Coach
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 | 15.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seascale | 16.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Haverigg | 17.4 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 24.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
| Walney Sandy Gap | 26.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 10.6 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 16.4 km
Hill Top 17.9 km
Lakeland Motor Museum 19.2 km
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 19.2 km
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 11.1 km
Gondola' 11.8 km
Coniston and Tarn Hows 13 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 16.4 km
Grasmere and Great Langdale 17.9 km
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 7.1 km
MUNCASTER CASTLE 9 km
The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 10.1 km
The Beacon and Blawith Fell 10.7 km
Coniston - Tarn Hows - Coniston 11.5 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 44.9 km
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 pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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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 moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Crosbythwaite Campsite? From R488,85 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.