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Kestrel Lodge Campsite

97%

152 reviews

· Keswick, Cumbria, England

4 acres hosted by Cassy F.

10 tent pitches

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best legacy: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best tent sites: 2nd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

A family-friendly Lake District campsite, nestled between the quiet shores of Bassenthwaite Lake and the beautiful Cumbrian fells

Kestrel Lodge Campsite is a hidden gem in the Lake District, offering a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere amidst stunning natural surroundings. With Bassenthwaite Lake and Skiddaw on its doorstep, campers can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including walks and cycling, while Keswick's charming town centre is just a 15-minute drive away, providing easy access to amenities and attractions. Our ethos is simple; a small, quiet, friendly, traditional campsite, but with nice hot showers, and somewhere to clean your boots and dogs. A covered area for rainy days, and a large space for camp fires. A campsite with a campfire provided for each pitch and where you can walk or cycle for days without needing to get in your car. A campsite where you can easily walk to a pub that offers good food, traditional ale, and a warm welcome. We're looking forward to seeing you soon!Kestrel Lodge is a quiet, family friendly, Lakeland campsite suitable for tents and trailer tents. We are a traditional camping ground with a modern shower block, situated in a quiet corner of the National Park. Sitting in an enviable position, below Skiddaw with views across the valley to Bassenthwaite Lake, Kestrel Lodge Campsite is surrounded by some of the best fell walking routes in the country. It’s a perfect base for exploring the Lake District and Northern Fells. For the Lake District, pitches are pretty flat, and the ground is well drained, so doesn't flood, but in the heaviest of weather, it will get a little muddy in parts like everywhere else. It's the Lake District! The camping field is also surrounded by well matured trees, which offer shelter from the worst of the wind and some shade from the sun. There is a secure fenced area for dog walking, a field where kids can kick there ball around and have a great time, and ample parking for 1 car per pitch, so please leave the second car at home, folks. Prices are based on a per person per night basis with a minimum of 2 people sharing a pitch. Arrivals from 1pm to 7pm. Check out by 11am.

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Paddling

Natural features

Mountainous

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Reviews

97% Recommend164 Ratings · 152 reviews

Beth W.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Great campsite

Tent ·

Grass Tent Camping Pitch

We absolutely loved our stay at Kestrel Lodge! The facilities were always spotless and clean. Pitch was great with the fire pit included and hosts were very helpful! We will 100% be back to explore more of the lakes.

Milli M.

4 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Tent ·

Grass Tent Camping Pitch

Amazing campsite, super friendly owners. Quiet and well located with your own fire pit.

Amy C.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Peaceful Stay!

Tent ·

Grass Tent Camping Pitch

Clean, peaceful campsite. Very friendly staff. Loved the fire pit.

Josh W.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent ·

Grass Tent Camping Pitch

Really well kept pitches , toilets and showers excellent. Fully stocked shop for anything you may need. Very good .

Charlotte S.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Beautifully peaceful stay

Tent · With pets ·

Grass Tent Camping Pitch

Beautiful views. Super friendly hosts who were very welcoming. The shower and toilet facilities were clean throughout our stay. The land was tidy and well laid out. There is a shop with all supplies you may need to get with an honesty box for payment. Lovely quiet site. A good little pub a 20min walk away. Campfires provided for each pitch. Would definitely recommend and would love to go back!

Dávid K.

2 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent ·

Grass Tent Camping Pitch

Great green space with very well maintained facilities. Great to have a separate area for dogs to run around off lead. Good and useful items in the fridges and honesty boxes. Direct access to gorgeous walks. Would defo come back again.

Location

Keswick, Cumbria, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Cassy F.

Joined in December 2016

Nearby attractions

Skiddaw looms on the horizon and therefore gets all the glory but there are nine other mighty mountains that can be tackled from the campsite. It's around 5 miles to the summit of Great Cockup, a 7 mile walk up Binsey or take on the strenuous 11 mile loop that takes in Bakestall, Carlside, Longside, Ullock Pike and Skiddaw itself. Louise and Andrea can help you plan the route if needed. It's 6 miles to Keswick and 7 to Cockermouth, both full of excellent eateries, shops and museums that all prove there's more to the Lakes than just walking and cycling. Derwent Pencil Museum (017687 73626) in Keswick, Honister Slate Mine (017687 77230) and Wordsworth House and Gardens (01900 824805) are all good examples.

Food and drink

There's a great pub in Bassenthwaite village, The Sun Inn (017687 76439), serving comforting pub food and with real ales on tap. It's a pleasant 20-minute or so walk (around a mile).

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