Ullswater 'Steamers'
Sail between piers and put on your walking shoes to explore Ullswater Way, a 20 mile footpath around the lake.
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Troutbeck Head Club Campsite
Troutbeck Head Club Campsite
Troutbeck Head
Why stay here ...
OFFERS*: 10% OFF Spring Getaways | £25 OFF Summer Getaways | 10% OFF Autumn Getaways | Kids for £1 (aged 5-17) | Under 5s stay free | £5 refundable deposit
Troutbeck Head Club Campsite in Penrith is set in classically beautiful north Lake District countryside, and is conveniently only 4 miles from the restaurants and shops of Ullswater. A fabulous getaway for nature lovers and walkers, the campsite nestles in a picturesque valley alongside a babbling brook.
Situated 10 miles from Keswick and below the Great Mell Fell, the site has spectacular views of Blencathra to the west and provides access to some of the prettiest walks in the country. For superb views of the central mountains, a drive over the dramatic Kirkstone Pass is not to be missed. This will lead you to Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere, where you can sample the local restaurants and explore some of Wordsworth's favourite haunts. A lake cruise on Ullswater is a must, with the option of a scenic walk between Howtown and Glenridding (only 7 miles away). For the energetic, the Rookin House Farm Centre next door to the caravan site offers plenty of fun activities - quad bikes, archery, go-karting, clay pigeon shooting, horse riding and much more.
The site provides easy access to numerous lakes, mountains, valleys & rivers, whilst pretty villages, country pubs and farm shops are plentiful, making Troutbeck the ideal destination for exploring and relaxing in the Cumbrian countryside.
Please Note: Reception at this site may close earlier than 8pm and staff may not be available to greet you. If this is the case, don’t worry, you can still arrive on site until 8pm. We will simply contact you on your day of arrival with details of how to check-in. Please ensure your contact details are up to date on your Membership profile.
Additional ways to stay:
Glamping - book a glamping holiday on this site by visiting experiencefreedom.co.uk.
To contact the campsite directly, please call 01768 483521.
Nearest alternative campsites: Borrowdale Club Campsite, Englethwaite Hall Club Campsite, and Coniston Park Coppice Club Campsite.
*T&Cs
10% OFF Spring Getaways: Save 10% on stays between 14 March to 20 June 2025 (excluding 18-21 April). 4 night minimum stay. Book by 26 May at least 21 days in advance of arrival. Discount automatically applied and appears at checkout.
£25 OFF Summer Getaways: Save £25 on stays between 1 July to 21 September 2025. 5 night minimum stay. Book by 26 August at least 21 days in advance of arrival. Discount automatically applied and appears at checkout.
10% OFF Autumn Getaways: Save 10% on stays between 1 October to 3 November 2025. 4 night minimum stay. Book by 9 October at least 21 days in advance of arrival. Discount automatically applied and appears at checkout.
£5 Deposit: FREE cancellations and FREE amendments up to 21 days before arrival.
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Pitches
| Touring pitch types | Awning | Without Awning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (electric & hardstanding) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Serviced (electric & hardstanding) |
Yes |
| Other pitch types |
|---|
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Directions
Please only use these recommended directions for the final approach and not sat nav, due to unsuitable roads for towing. Leave the M6 at junction 40 onto the A66 (signposted Keswick). In about 0.75 mile at the roundabout, continue on the A66 (signposted Keswick). In about 7 miles turn left onto A5091 (signposted Dockray, Ullswater). The site is on the right in about 1.25 miles.
Sites key:
- Postcode:
- CA11 0SS
- GPS:
- Lat 54.6161 / Lon -2.95618
- Plan a route to this site
- OS field ref:
- NY385251
- OS map ref:
- 90
- Handbook map ref:
- F11
Transport links
- Car hire on site
Reviews
Michael Atkinson
Reviewed: 24/03/2025 18:15
The Best site to explore the Lakes
A great site perfectly located to explore the Northern Lake District, the site has a variety of pitch types to cater for all needs with two excellent toilet blocks which include excellent shower and laundry facilities the lower shower block though does suffer from lower water pressure the the... Show more
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Jo Moore
Reviewed: 22/03/2025 16:18
Peaceful location fantastic views.
We had a lovely stay whilst doing to walking in the local area. Very peaceful with the brook bubbling away we were blessed with clear skies and spent a lovely evening star gazing. The facilities were modern and immaculate. The wardens were lovely. We had a wonderful stay.
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ClubMember7D463F0DC2
Reviewed: 29/10/2024 15:02
Great place to stay
We have just stayed at Troutbeck Head site and had a lovely stay. The views all around are wonderful and we were lucky to have the beck flowing along behind us. The facilities were immaculate, spotlessly clean and modern and easy walk from the van. The wardens were... Show more
Sam Sawyer
Reviewed: 27/10/2024 17:16
First time visit and won’t be our last!
What a beautiful site. Visited for the first time for eight nights. The site was immaculately kept and the wardens were lovely and friendly. We pitched on number 54 and the view was amazing. Easy access to both Penrith and Keswick, as you’re not far from the A66, but far... Show more
ScreenName33568608B1
Reviewed: 07/10/2024 14:49
5 stars!
Excellent site. Extremely clean toilet and shower facilities. Great location.
RnSh
Reviewed: 30/09/2024 17:14
Ideal base for the central Lake District
We enjoyed our 10 night stay in September and were lucky to have a superb pitch with excellent views down by the stream. That said, many of the pitches have an excellent view (not so much the serviced pitches it would seem). Very little noise from the next door Activity... Show more
ClubMember166F3FF778
Reviewed: 28/09/2024 15:52
One of the best sites ever - on all levels
Wow! What a site! Kept in close contact with the site during the day as we were travelling back from the NC500 and thought we were going to arrive late. Super communication throughout which reassured us that there was a contingency plan in place should we be late. We arrived... Show more
ClubMember8ACE226CB0
Reviewed: 28/09/2024 14:08
Beautifully clean, quiet and excellent team on site
We stayed here on our way to and back from doing the NC500 in our VW Campervan over 2 weeks. Troutbeck Head is the cleanest, best run and quietest campsite we stayed in. The shower block is five-star. The staff are really helpful and friendly. Off-lead dog walks from the... Show more
ClubMemberB096E88615
Reviewed: 25/08/2024 13:23
Immaculate site and supremely friendly staff
We stayed in our VW camper van for one night in mid August. Sadly, we didn't have time to stay longer and explore, but the site itself was superb. Spacious, quiet, beautifully kept. The facilities had been recently updated and were spotless and had everything we needed, even down to... Show more
ScreenName38627F3FAB
Reviewed: 20/08/2024 10:30
Great Site and staff really helpful
Great clean site - we stayed on one of the service pitches opposite the pods. Staff always seemed happy to help and chat while they were keeping the site in order . The lady suggested a good walk which went into Keswick - 3.5 miles and catch the bus back... Show more
Site contact details
- Telephone:
- 01768 483521
Most recent reviews
Michael Atkinson
Reviewed: 24/03/2025 18:15
The Best site to explore the Lakes
A great site perfectly located to explore the Northern Lake District, the site has a variety of pitch types to cater for all needs with two excellent toilet blocks which include excellent shower and laundry facilities the lower shower block though d...
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