Patterdale and Glenamara Park Trail, Ullswater Valley
Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
2.04 km from campsite
Route length: 3.2 km
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54.527°N, 2.971°W
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Mornings here arrive with the kind of stillness you only get in deep countryside — just birdsong and the creak of old timber settling in a Cruck Barn that's stood for centuries.
This is glamping for couples and small families who want comfort without losing the camping spirit entirely. The chalets and pods give you a proper roof and warmth, while wifi keeps you connected if you need it. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth asking when you book if you're bringing one along. It's the sort of place where you're tucked into rural Britain properly — rolling fields, dry-stone walls, that proper away-from-it-all feeling without being marooned.
Onsite you've got the essentials covered — warm beds, connectivity if work calls, and the possibility of campfires depending on conditions when you arrive. The vibe leans peaceful rather than buzzy, ideal if you're after a quiet few nights under darker skies than you'll get back home. Not a site for tent purists, but if you want to sleep well and wake somewhere genuinely lovely, it does the job nicely.
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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
15°C
Drizzle
6 mph
93%
7-Day Outlook
Today
15° / 10°
100%
Fri
15° / 11°
100%
Sat
18° / 11°
100%
Sun
18° / 10°
74%
Mon
17° / 14°
96%
Tue
15° / 11°
96%
Wed
13° / 11°
64%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby
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10 routes found via OpenStreetMap
Aira Force Glencoyne Farm Trail, Ullswater Valley
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3.66 km from campsite
Route length: 4.8 km
Aira Force to Glencoyne Trail, Ullswater Valley
Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
4.88 km from campsite
Route length: 1.9 km
Hartsop to Hayeswater Gill Trail, Ullswater Valley
Climbs steadily from Hartswater village through National Trust woodland alongside tumbling Hayeswater Gill, gaining around 200m elevation over moderate terrain with some rocky sections. Not suitable for buggies due to uneven paths and stream crossings, but manageable for older children who are confident on rougher ground. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards effort with dramatic waterfalls, ancient stone walls, and stunning valley views back towards Ullswater – a proper Lake District ex
Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
4.93 km from campsite
Route length: 3.2 km
Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park Trail, Ullswater Valley
Combines dramatic waterfall viewing with woodland and open fell walking on mixed terrain—expect moderate climbs, particularly around the 65-foot Aira Force cascade. The main waterfall section uses stone steps and can be steep, making it challenging for buggies and young children, though shorter family-friendly loops exist. Dogs welcome but must be on leads near livestock on Gowbarrow Fell. Worth it for the spectacular tiered waterfall, ancient woodland, and sweeping Ullswater views from higher g
Dogs welcomeHiking routeLocal network
6.82 km from campsite
Route length: 7.2 km
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Pubs, shops & services within 5 km
- DirectionsTravellers RestPub 2.1 km~25 min walk
- DirectionsHelvellyn Country KitchenCafe 2.3 km~25 min walk
- DirectionsFellbitesCafe 2.3 km~25 min walk
- DirectionsFairlight Cafe & RestaurantCafe 2.3 km~30 min walk
- DirectionsPatterdale HotelPub 2.4 km~30 min walk
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