96% (316) • 129 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Helvellyn
Cherish Glamping
1. Cherish Glamping
100%
(5)
Hawes, England · 7 units
Yurts with private bathrooms, hot tubs, and breakfast included, set in beautiful Wensleydale
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£245
/ night
Inside Out Yurts
2. Inside Out Yurts
100%
(9)
Keswick, England · 3 units
Rustic yurt glamping with a riverside setting, fell views and an enviable Lake District location
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£115
/ night
Pods in the Sticks
3. Pods in the Sticks
England · 2 units
As the name suggests, we’re located ‘in the sticks’ in rolling countryside, on a small working sheep farm near the Market Town of Kendal (famous for its Mint Cake of course!) which is also known as the ‘Gateway to the Lakes’.
So, we’re perfectly located … ‘in the sticks’ so you can enjoy a peaceful glamping pod retreat, but also an ideal base for exploring the stunning Yorkshire Dales on one side, and the beautiful Lake District on the other.
We’re less than 10 minutes from J37 of the M6
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£115
/ night
Rowan Retreat
4. Rowan Retreat
England · 1 unit
Shepherd's hut in idylic location with extensive views under dark skies,set on its own in a private 5 acre field amidst nature,semi off grid,decking under a canopy,firepit area, centrally located for Lake District,Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and Scottish borders.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£68
/ night
Smardale Mill Shepods The Ash
5. Smardale Mill Shepods The Ash
88%
(4)
Kirkby Stephen, England · 3 units
Smardale Mill Shepods are the perfect place to escape, unwind and relax. These modern style shepherds huts are tucked away in an idyllic setting in Cumbria. Situated on a working family farm there is always plenty to see and do. Each shepod sleeps two comfortably with the option of a further two guests on the sofa bed.
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£77
/ night
96% (316) • 129 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Helvellyn
Cherish Glamping
1. Cherish Glamping
100%
(5)
Hawes, England · 7 units
Yurts with private bathrooms, hot tubs, and breakfast included, set in beautiful Wensleydale
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£245
/ night
Inside Out Yurts
2. Inside Out Yurts
100%
(9)
Keswick, England · 3 units
Rustic yurt glamping with a riverside setting, fell views and an enviable Lake District location
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£115
/ night
Pods in the Sticks
3. Pods in the Sticks
England · 2 units
As the name suggests, we’re located ‘in the sticks’ in rolling countryside, on a small working sheep farm near the Market Town of Kendal (famous for its Mint Cake of course!) which is also known as the ‘Gateway to the Lakes’.
So, we’re perfectly located … ‘in the sticks’ so you can enjoy a peaceful glamping pod retreat, but also an ideal base for exploring the stunning Yorkshire Dales on one side, and the beautiful Lake District on the other.
We’re less than 10 minutes from J37 of the M6
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£115
/ night
Rowan Retreat
4. Rowan Retreat
England · 1 unit
Shepherd's hut in idylic location with extensive views under dark skies,set on its own in a private 5 acre field amidst nature,semi off grid,decking under a canopy,firepit area, centrally located for Lake District,Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and Scottish borders.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£68
/ night
Smardale Mill Shepods The Ash
5. Smardale Mill Shepods The Ash
88%
(4)
Kirkby Stephen, England · 3 units
Smardale Mill Shepods are the perfect place to escape, unwind and relax. These modern style shepherds huts are tucked away in an idyllic setting in Cumbria. Situated on a working family farm there is always plenty to see and do. Each shepod sleeps two comfortably with the option of a further two guests on the sofa bed.
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£77
/ night
Dog-friendly glamping in Helvellyn guide
When to go
The most popular time to climb Helvellyn is from June through September, when the weather is most favourable for hiking, and the terrain is typically dry and easily accessible. Choose a clear, dry day for the best views. The summit is still accessible throughout winter, although it’s a much more technical climb, and shorter daylight hours mean you might find yourself descending in the dark.
Know before you go
- Helvellyn is located just north of Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. There are several routes up the mountain, but the most popular are via Striding Edge (for the most impressive views) or Swirral Edge (for the shortest and easiest way to the top). Paid parking is available in Glenridding, the starting point for both routes.
- Hiking Helvellyn is a moderately challenging route and best suited to intermediate hikers. Depending on the route, there are some steep sections and scrambles. Hiking outside of the main season is best left to experienced hikers.
- The weather on Helvellyn is notoriously changeable, and it’s essential to check conditions before setting out. Follow the Lake District Weatherline for daily updates and prepare for all seasons, even in summer.
- Proper hiking gear and boots are essential for summiting Helvellyn. Bring an OS map and compass, plenty of food and water, sunscreen, a raincoat, and warm clothes for the summit.
- Wild camping is not permitted anywhere in the Lake District. However, some hikers do wild camp around Red Tarn lake on the mountain’s eastern slopes.