Best dog-friendly campsites near Ullswater, Cumbria

Looking for the perfect camping experience near Ullswater, England? Look no further! Hipcamp has over 2900 options specifically tailored for those who love camping with pets. Whether you're into hiking, exploring historic sites, or taking a dip in the water, these campsites have got you covered. With top campsites like Kestrel Lodge Camping (33 reviews), Beirhope Alpacas (25 reviews), and Hill Top Huts (24 reviews), you can trust that you'll find the perfect spot for you and your furry friend. Plus, you'll have access to popular facilities like potable water, showers, and of course, pet-friendly accommodations. And the best part? You can enjoy all of this for an average price of just £24 per night, with options as low as £10. So pack your bags, grab your pet, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for the perfect camping experience near Ullswater, England? Look no further! Hipcamp has over 2900 options specifically tailored for those who love camping with pets. Whether you're into hiking, exploring historic sites, or taking a dip in the water, these campsites have got you covered. With top campsites like Kestrel Lodge Camping (33 reviews), Beirhope Alpacas (25 reviews), and Hill Top Huts (24 reviews), you can trust that you'll find the perfect spot for you and your furry friend. Plus, you'll have access to popular facilities like potable water, showers, and of course, pet-friendly accommodations. And the best part? You can enjoy all of this for an average price of just £24 per night, with options as low as £10. So pack your bags, grab your pet, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Woodman's Huts

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37km from Ullswater · 3 units · Glamping · Cumbria, North West England

Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes

2. Copy House Hideaway

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90km from Ullswater · 2 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England

Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space

3. Moss Side Farm Campsite

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37km from Ullswater · 33 units · Tents · Cumbria, North West England

Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views

4. Woodland Chase Glamping

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112km from Ullswater · 2 units · Glamping · Felton, England

Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland

5. Cleghorn Farm

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136km from Ullswater · 15 units · Tents, Glamping · Lanark, Scotland

*PLEASE NOTE THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK AND WEEKEND BOOKINGS. CAMPING WILL RETURN IN SPRING 2026.* Cleghorn Farm is a mixed farm just north east of the market town of Lanark. Comprised of 250 acres of fields and woodland and bounded to the south by Mouse Water, it is a beautiful spot to get away from it all without having to leave it all behind if you don't want to. The fields are grazed and cultivated but the woodlands are much as they were at the end of the last ice age with spectacular walks along Cleghorn Glen with the chance to see badgers, bats, deer and all manner of birds among the towering pine and beech trees. The Mouse Water (pronounced moose) tumbles down along the edge of the farm and has some glorious pools for swimming, shallows for paddling and some spectacular water falls before it joins the River Clyde.

Stories from the community

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Andrew

3 weeks ago

2 nights at Cleghorn Farm

Friendly and welcoming environment! Nice place if you’re needing to get off the grid a bit.

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Paul

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Cleghorn Farm

The beautiful cabin is in a lovely quiet private space. There are nice views across to the hills particularly when sat by the firepit. Alex and Lauren made us feel very welcome.

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Erin

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Moss Side Farm Campsite

Fantastic site, it's quiet, there are a variety of animals milling around, and the host is friendly and approachable.

Vitalija

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Copy House Hideaway

We loved our stay at Bracken Hut! Very clean and hospitable - we really felt that we were welcomed there. Also it was such a quiet place with an amazing views.

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Ifor

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Moss Side Farm Campsite

Very nice, well set up would recommended to a friend if visiting the lakes

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RyanJames

May 2025

Tent

3 nights at Moss Side Farm Campsite

Quiet, relaxed, easy feel, part of a working farm (in which you often get curiously and delightfully visited by various pairs of animals from a couple of old rams, a pair of goats, ducks and sheep dogs!), fires permitted, no children, stunning views, perfectly good enough facilities and great walks on the quieter (but no less beautiful) side of the Lakes! Highly recommended. Louise, the owner, is salt of the earth too. ❤️😁🙏

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Jenny

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Moss Side Farm Campsite

Beautiful views, good facilities and a friendly welcome

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Anastasija

March 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Moss Side Farm Campsite

We loved camping here, beautiful views, friendly owner. Lots of farm animals around which was amazing. I had some cuddles with farm dogs too.

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Howbeck Lodge

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20km from Ullswater · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Hesket Newmarket, England

A dog-friendly farm campsite on the northern edge of the Lake District

Walkmill Campsite

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116km from Ullswater · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Northumberland, North East England

Refreshingly understated private camping in the unspoiled Northumberland countryside

Camping at Cardewlees

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31km from Ullswater · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Carlisle, England

A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall

Tyne View Camping

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78km from Ullswater · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Chopwell, England

Tyne View Camping is a peaceful spot in Tyne and Wear, not far from Hedley on the Hill village. It's on a farm run by David and his family, who welcome guests to enjoy the beautiful countryside views. You can see the Tyne Valley from the camping pitches, which is great for stargazing at night. The site is basic with just water taps and toilets, no showers, but there's lots of space for kids and dogs to play. You're allowed to bring a barbecue or firepit for cooking, and you can buy supplies in Prudhoe nearby. Or, you can walk to Hedley on the Hill for a meal at a top-notch pub. There are plenty of things to do nearby, like walking in the woods, playing golf, or trying gliding. You can also visit Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle upon Tyne, or explore the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for a varied and enjoyable break.Also this June we will be open for the Sam Fender weekend ie June 12 til the 16th if anyone wants to camp £20 a night plus a taxi for £20

Aldwark Bridge Glamping

119km from Ullswater · 3 units · Glamping · England

A unique and cosy pop-up glamping site Located on the banks of the River Ure next to a quaint and historical wooden toll bridge, Aldwark Bridge Glamping offers a unique and personal camping experience. Nestled between York and Harrogate, the site boasts a fantastic pit stop on the Coast to Coast cycling route, free landing access to the River Ure to enjoy kayaking and stand up paddle boarding and a beautiful river side walk to the local pub. Matt and Joanna invite you to glamp in style here at our cosy garden site with luxury shower room, extensive outdoor kitchen and welcoming communal fire pit seating area.

Available this weekend

Troquhain Woods

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95km from Ullswater · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Castle Douglas, Dumfries, South Scotland

Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland

Masons Campsite

86km from Ullswater · 27 units · Motorhomes · Skipton Bd23 6 Dd, England

On the banks of a river, with open views over the Yorkshire Dales and lots of space for games, with a pair of great pubs nearby

Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park

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137km from Ullswater · 88 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Located in North Yorkshire on the Castle Howard Estate, Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park is just across The Great Lake from Castle Howard itself. A selection of hardstanding and grass pitches, with and without electric hook up. Pet friendly, open all year. On-site shop. The perfect base to visit Castle Howard and explore the surrounding area.

Kip & Nook

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81km from Ullswater · 6 units · Motorhomes · Darlington, England

Adult-only campervan site with hot tub pitches in North Yorkshire

Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping

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84km from Ullswater · 40 units · Glamping · Preston, Lancashire, North West England

Lakeside rural tranquility and the 'kiss-me-quick' fun of the seaside – you can have the best of both worlds at Stanley Villa Farm's cute camping pods

Star Hosts in Ullswater

King Garth

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40km from Ullswater · 1 unit · Glamping · Carlisle, England

Built in 1733, King Garth is also known as The Old Customs House, reflecting its role in these fraught times of smuggling. Its strategic position on the banks of The Eden served as the perfect lookout for a bailiff employed by Carlisle Corporation to protect the very important salmon fishery. The plaques on the building which commemorate the visits by Mayors date back to the 1700s. These visits no doubt involved indulgent banquets centring around freshly caught salmon I grew up on the opposite side of the river. On family walks along the Eden I was always fascinated by the house on the other side sited in such an amazing position. In 2010, when I returned to Cumbria I was amazed to hear that this house was for sale. It was a ruin and everyone told me I was mad..... I probably was a little! But I soon realised that I wasn’t alone in my love of this house, everyone I met from the surrounding villages had a tale to tell about this iconic place. King Garth is for sharing - with locals, (we have an annual barbecue), with wildlife and with people like you. The aim when renovating King Garth was to celebrate and embrace its history. King Garth is off grid and has no running water. It is furnished in a style to reflect its history. It isn’t everyone’s ‘cup of tea’: you have to drive a mile down a muddy lane, there is no hot shower, no electric lighting, and a compost toilet. BUT we offer beautiful evenings of candle light, log burner, hot tub under the stars and bathing in the river. My priority with King Garth and the land attached was to manage in a way to protect the abundant wildlife. There are also alpacas who you can look after during your stay. You will be astounded by the din the birds make at dawn and dusk! Inside the house there is an owl box where one summer a pair of barn owls successfully raised chicks. Since then a kestrel frequents the box and has twice laid there. This part of the Eden is tidal so both estuarine and river species co exist. Kingfishers and otters are often spotted And even the occasional seal! Kinggarth comes with fishing rights and if you want to fish this can be arranged with the host. The bird feeders are frequented by tree sparrows, yellow hammers, wood peckers, nut hatches and in winter red poll.

The Old Chapel Campsite

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30km from Ullswater · 30 units · Tents · Murton, England

Nearly wild camping in the North Pennines

Moss Rose Campsite

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75km from Ullswater · 28 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Pilling, Preston, England

We have a family friendly Quiet campsite in the heart of Lancashire on our family run farm. Our site is situated in a species rich meadow field with large mown Pitches surrounded by wild flowers and meandering pathways linking the site together. We are surrounded by a young trees & woodland with the back drop of the Pennines. We offer both glamping and traditional non EHU camping on our site, with lovely hot showers, clean toilet facilities, fresh water point, pot wash area, phone charger lockers, communal freezers, elsan disposal point, microwave, coffee/hot chocolate machine, and our little honesty shack with all little camping essentials to might need whilst staying with us. We also hire out picnic benches and fire pits to help enhance your camping experience. We have a lovely little woodland walk, with a meandering mown path, that winds through our woodland/conservation area. Perfect to walk your dog, and let your kids explore. Adjoining the campsite, we have a padock with super frindly sheep that love to say hello. We sell little bags of sheep feed, just incase you'd like to give them a little treat. In the middle of the site, we have a little tots play area, perfect for keeping you're small kids entertained. We are a Quiet family site, with a Reduced Noise policy from 9 pm, and Quiet Time from 10 pm to 8.30 am. Latest check in time is 8PM, unless prearranged with the campsite. Our site has close links to the A6 and m6 J33. We are only 13 miles from the Historic city of Lancaster, the Bright lights of Blackpool and the jubilee city of Preston. 4 miles from the first fair trade market town of Garstang and 45 mins into the Lake District. There is also lots of interesting activities to do locally.

Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

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96km from Ullswater · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, North East England

Camping in Nidderdale with excellent facilities, dogs and campfires welcome, and views over Thruscross Reservoir.

Beirhope Alpacas

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104km from Ullswater · 11 units · Tents · Kelso, Scotland

A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Whether you choose to pitch up lakeside at the south end or opt for a glamping pad near Pooley Bridge in the north, there are endless opportunities for adventure around Ullswater – and loads of excellent campsites too.