Boxwood

You wake to the sound of birdsong filtering through the pines, and the air smells clean and cold — proper Lakeland morning air, sharp enough to make you reach for your jumper. Boxwood sits in Troutbeck, that tucked-away valley between Windermere and Kirkstone Pass, where the fells rise steep and green on both sides.

This one's for anyone wanting a roof over their head without losing the camping feeling — there are pods and chalets here, so couples after a cosy base for walking, families who want beds and a bit more space, or groups splitting the cost of a chalet will all find something that works. Troutbeck's walker territory: you're close to serious routes up Ill Bell and Froswick, but also gentle valley rambles if that's more your pace. The dog situation needs asking about in advance, so worth a quick call if you're bringing one.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so it's best to check what's included with your booking. Campfires might be allowed — ask when you arrive. Expect a quiet, off-grid kind of vibe, the sort of place where you actually hear the beck running at night.