94% (234)
Top-rated campgrounds
94% (234)
Top-rated campgrounds
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Tom
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Lovely spot to camp. The little creek made for some tranquil background noise to fall asleep & the local hiking was very picturesque. Thanks!
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Virginia
October 2025
With pets
Lovely location, beautiful views. Comfortable pod and great with enclosed garden for the dog. Good facilities too.
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Michael
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Great spot to camp. Ted is very friendly and accomodating!
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Rimas
August 2025
Tent
I had the most wonderful stay at this campsite over the weekend. It’s such a lovely spot, set on a farmyard where chickens, ducks, and geese wander around freely, which gives it a really peaceful and charming atmosphere. Each pitch comes with its own firepit, and wood is thoughtfully provided – such a nice touch that made the evenings really special.
The host, Ted, is absolutely brilliant. He’s a genuinely lovely, well-spoken gentleman who takes the time to come around the site to check that everyone is happy and comfortable. You really feel looked after here.
It’s rare to find a campsite that feels this welcoming and relaxed. Honestly, I can’t say a bad word about it – it’s perfect. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a cosy, friendly getaway.
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Heather
August 2025
Tent
Ted was so friendly and made sure we were as comfortable possible during our stay. He went above and beyond to help with anything we needed. We will definitely come back, thank you 😊
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Laura
August 2025
Tent
I loved staying at the old chapel! It was lovely with amazing views and not far from more amazing spots! Ted was a lovely host and made the stay even better, would 100% recommend.
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Eva
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had a fantastic stay! Ted was an incredible host - welcoming, helpful, and made sure everything ran smoothly. The land itself is absolutely beautiful, well-maintained, clean and views are stunning. Even during a busy bank holiday weekend, there was plenty of space for everyone, so it didn’t felt crowded.
A lovely bonus was the presence of ducks and chickens on the property, which meant we had access to delicious fresh eggs in the morning..such a treat!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and will definitely be returning. Highly recommended!
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Ally
August 2025
Tent
Just returning from our first visit to Cardewlees and we could not of asked for a better stay. Cardewlees is an absolute little gem of a campsite and Johnny could not have been a better host if he tried. Toilet and showering facilities were more than adequate and the water was always nice and warm. Thank you for a perfect stay and we look forward to coming back soon. Ally and Lee x
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Eleanor
August 2025
Tent
A simple but friendly camping experience. A very attentive host!
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Yasmine
August 2025
Tent
Ted was a great host. Very helpful upon arrival and throughout our stay. Will definitely be back !
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Makena
August 2025
Tent
Great camping trip to the Pennines. Very good for walking the Pennine Way, we had 3 very nice nights here, having a fire and fresh duck eggs. Thanks especially to our host Ted for his kind helpfulness.
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J
August 2025
Tent
Ted had a great space and recommendations of local attractions. He also had fire pits and plenty of wood for a small fee should it be needed. Will come back for sure - thanks Ted!
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Mark
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Stayed for a couple of nights and had a great time, good facilities and one of the few campsites open to letting people enjoy a sensible camp fire.
Staff were all friendly and helpful too
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Lucie
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Can't rate our stay highly enough. Beautiful location with the most gorgeous views. The ducks that roam the site are just the sweetest! Lots and lots to do in the local area if you want to but if you prefer the rural feel you've certainly got that here too. The host Ted is wonderful, made us feel extremely welcome and certainly went above and beyond to help us and make us feel at home. We enjoyed our stay so much we cancelled our next site and stayed here an extra 2 nights. Definitely coming back 😊
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Stephen
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Exactly as advertised. Beautiful views, clear skies to see the stars, nice walk to the pub and a friendly cat for good measure!
100% recommend
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Luke
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Such a great time camping here! Ted is a great host, fire pits are only £5 to rent for your full stay, and massive log bags are only £5 too!
We will definitely return here!
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Jennifer
August 2025
5 m Class B
Really nice campsite with good facilities. It was quite busy but it wasn't too noisy. Staff were friendly. I was on a hardstanding pitch and my only gripe was, the grass that we had allocated for the pitch wasn't really quite wide enough to secure my awning as well as I would have liked. The awning just about fit on.
We had some sandwiches made by the guy in the cafe to take on our walk which were good. Lacking veggie options though.
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Natalie
August 2025
Tent
With pets
I can not recommend Baystone enough. THE VIEWS ARE AMAZING! I was not expecting them from the pictures shown by stunning the wash facilties are clean and maintained access to onsite fridge and freezer. Good pitch sizes with fire pit.
I will be back as soon as possible. Camp warden was lovely super friendly. I explained my dog prefers space and she was more willing to accommodate.
The on lead rule is followed by all guests which was a reason I picked the sight. There is alot of live stock so your dog does need to be okay with horses and sheep around.
Noise levels were quiet by 10pm every night. Cafe on site was lovely and have a small shop with some goodies avaliable (tecos 8 min drive away) beautiful beaches, peaks near by. I loved it
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Leann
August 2025
Tent
With kids
A well-kept campground with responsive and friendly staff.
No frills but well-kept shower block with small communal fridge and washing up sinks. Kids will love seeing animals on the farm, too.
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Scott
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful views, clear directions, good facilities! Would recommend!
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The best great views campsites 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.