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Borrowdale

Ashness Farm

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54.564°N, 3.128°W
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Mist lifts off Derwentwater below while ravens call from the crags above — Ashness Farm sits high on one of the Lake District's most breathtaking shelves of fell.

This working farm in Borrowdale offers both cosy camping pods and traditional guest house rooms, making it a brilliant base for couples and families who want proper comfort after a day on Catbells or the Newlands Round. The location alone — perched above Keswick with views that stop you mid-sentence — puts you right in the heart of classic Lakeland walking country, where stone barns cling to impossible slopes and every turn reveals another postcard scene.

Facilities aren't fully specified, so it's worth checking what's included with your pitch or room when you book. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, and campfires may be allowed — ask on arrival. Open year-round, so you can wake to snow on Skiddaw or September bracken gold depending when you visit. Expect a proper fell-farm welcome and that rare thing: a place where the view does all the talking.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
10°C
Overcast
11 mph
88%
7-Day Outlook
Today
15° / 10°
100%
Fri
15° / 11°
97%
Sat
17° / 11°
100%
Sun
14° / 8°
75%
Mon
19° / 8°
93%
Tue
17° / 12°
96%
Wed
13° / 11°
69%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

27 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Walla Crag to Ashness Bridge walk, North Lakes Outdoors

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Climbs steeply from Rakes Road to Walla Crag's stunning viewpoint over Derwentwater, then descends through woodland to the picturesque Ashness Bridge. Moderately challenging with significant ascent – not suitable for buggies or very young children due to rocky sections and gradients. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. The Walla Crag summit panorama and Instagram-famous packhorse bridge make this a classic Keswick area walk worth the effort.

Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
1.74 km from campsite
Route length: 7.2 km
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Peace How Walk From High Brandelhow Jetty, North Lakes Outdoors

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Follows a gentle lakeside path along Derwentwater's western shore with minimal elevation gain, making it ideal for families with buggies and young children. Dogs welcome on leads due to National Trust land. The short route offers stunning lake and mountain views, with opportunities to spot wildlife and enjoy woodland sections. Perfect for a relaxed stroll with accessible terrain throughout, often combined with a return boat trip from the jetty.

Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
2.05 km from campsite
Route length: 3 km
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Great Wood Walk, North Lakes Outdoors

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Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
2.4 km from campsite
Route length: 2.6 km
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Octavia Hill walk at Brandelhow Park, Derwent Water, North Lakes Outdoors

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Circles Brandelhow Park's wooded slopes above Derwent Water with moderate climbs through oak and birch woodland, offering classic Lake District lake and fell views. The uneven, rooty paths and some steeper sections make it tricky for buggies and tiring for toddlers, though older children who can manage steady uphill walking will enjoy it. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Worth it for the stunning Derwent Water panoramas and quieter National Trust woodland away from busier lakeside trails.

Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
2.41 km from campsite
Route length: 5.8 km
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Lakeside Amble, North Lakes Outdoors

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Walking routeLocal network
2.86 km from campsite
Route length: 4.6 km
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