Borrowdale Club Campsite

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The best site in the Lake District.

This site is on the SW corner of Derwent Water. You can walk your dog straight down to the lake before breakfast - it is just about 200 yards away from the gate. Then before lunch, how about going to the main entrance, crossing the road and going straight up to the nearest mountain path? Then perhaps a walk over High Spy, returning with a good appetite, via Rigghead Quarry. Then after lunch, wander along the western shore of the lake towards Keswick, with a camera and a wild flower book. It isn't far to the steamer pier; or maybe use the excellent bus service to go to Honister, Buttermere or Keswick. Tomorrow? Well you could hire a canoe, rowing boat, paddle-board from just across the water, or cross the end of the lake and visit Lodore Falls, Blea Tarn or Watendlath Tarn and cook lunch on a backpacking stove. The list of things to do is endless, but you could also stay on our beautiful site and enjoy the birds in the trees, the shade, the friendly company and the tranquillity of this very special place. The pitches are delightfully set amongst the woods and the facilities are beautifully kept.

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WildGreenPlover

Reviewed on 14/09/2017 13:53

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A secret retreat

Beautiful site set in the woods with every pitch as cozy as the next. 2 minutes walk and your on the board walk around derwent water and 5 mins the other way and your on your way up cat bells. The staff are very relaxed about the cc club rules and you dont feel like your getting a lecture upon arrival. Perfect place for peacful walks with or without the dog but just be wary of the way in through the tight village of grange. Well worth the effort though. We love the conniston site but this just beats it for the location.

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willisandwillis

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Reviewed on 05/09/2017 21:31

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On way to Open Golf

We made this our second stop on our way to Royal Birkdale to the Open Golf. Again we had never been here before and thought we would give it a try. Yet another gem on the sites network, peace, tranquility, great walking and cycling. Stayed 3 nights and once again it was not nearly long enough so a return visit is in order. The site was manned by 2 relief wardens who gave us lots of tips on where to go regarding local buses, walks etc. You can walk to the lake from the site and on a good path. We also cycled to Keswick which is about 4 miles away and not too hard a run. Lots of shops and eateries plus a couple of supermarkets for provisions. The site is beautifully laid out in little nooks and crannies and the wildlife was amazing. We had a robin visit every time we sat out looking for goodies - we didn't disappoint her!! Again a site with no toilet block but this is never a problem and allows us to make full use of our own facilities. Highly recommended for peace and quiet.

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Hurricane

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Reviewed on 29/07/2017 18:10

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Peace, perfect peace

We visited in the first week of July - not the greatest weather but good for walking etc. The site was wonderful - total peace. There is no toilet or shower block but we knew that before we arrived and the wardens were very careful to check that we did before pitching up! It was a great test of our caravan shower etc. I suppose for families it may not be quite so much fun as you will be running out of water quite quickly but depends on your attitude. The surrounding area is wonderful with plenty of walks and stunning scenery. As you are so far from any shops (unless you want to drive) it would be helpful to have a few more food items for sale by the wardens but I appreciate that may not be possible. Wardens very helpful and very cheerful. Would love to come back one day

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Oxontourer

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Reviewed on 27/07/2017 13:54

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Perfect Location

We received a warm welcome & soon found the perfect pitch. The site is well maintained & spotless. The wardens, Norman & Cathy Jones were extremely helpful, friendly, informative & carried out their duties in a very professional manner. They are an ideal couple for this role. The location of the Borrowdale site is superb. It has everything a caravanner would require for a relaxing & peaceful holiday. Woodland & lakeside walks with spectacular scenery, access to public transport from the site gate & the Keswick Launch from nearby jetties add to the enjoyment of our holiday. We cannot fault this site & plan to return.

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Zaffyann

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Reviewed on 16/07/2017 21:08

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Complete get away from it all

Spent 4 glorious nights here in June, ok the weather was beautiful which often helps but we've "done" The Lakes in all weathers & still find it just as beautiful. Friendly, helpful wardens were very welcoming & informative. There were more hotels/pubs within walking distance than we'd realised. The site is set in heavily wooded areas, with the hot weather we enjoyed, the dappled shade was very welcome! No facilities so need your own loo etc but think if this site had a toilet block then it might be 'heaving' - stay as you are Borrowdale, we love you!

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JoGrimbo

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Reviewed on 28/06/2017 10:51

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Stunning location

We spent 3 nights in this beautiful site. There are no toilets or showers but if you have your own facilities & are happy to use them it is well worth a visit. The pitches are well spaced for privacy & surrounded by trees. The site staff are lovely, friendly & very helpful. It is well situated for walks around borrowdale & keswick. We love it & have already planned our next visit.

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Stuart48

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Reviewed on 09/05/2017 21:56

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April 2017 - arrived just after Easter Monday but still 1/2 term for some

Unlike many other sites the location of the pitches at Borrowdale is determined by nature and not the need for straight lines! There are no toilets or showers and apart from the availability of EHU it is back to basics. The wardens don't get upset by whereabouts on the pitch you place your outfit or which way you face (so long as fire regulations are conformed with). We faced the "wrong" way and were rewarded with wonderful views, and could only see two other pitches. Bliss!. The site is heavily wooded so not many sun bathing spots, but we get those abroad. The bus ride into Keswick (clockwise) is over an hour and a quarter but the scenery is to die for. Going the other way the bus takes about 25 minutes. The taxi fare is around £14 so you can spend the night in the bright lights and not break the bank. Speaking of the bright lights try "St Mungos in Keswick for a Pancake breakfast, and the Theatre for excellent plays. The journey to the site is a bit tricky, we always use the Grange Bridge route. It can be very tight if anyone parks badly in the village (and they do). We had to fold the MH mirrors in and my wife shouted out how close we were to the wall (no pavement). She got down to "two inches", but I didn't tell her we were closer than that to the Range Rover parked with his nearside two foot out. You can approach from the North but the mini bus (about the same size as a MH) grounds out on a couple of corners coming on that road, and I didn't fancy the same happening to us. If you are going for a launch trip on the Lake buy tickets from the warden we (OAPs) saved £2 each compared to buying direct. For walkers this site offers many routes and levels of challenge.

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r4dent

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Reviewed on 25/04/2017 13:10

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peace and tranquility

Just returned from our first visit to this beautiful location. The site was peaceful, the natives very friendly, Karen and Phil were very helpful and friendly. We took a lovely stroll to the lake, this place couldn't be better appointed. The only thing missing on the facilities front were a toilet block or even a small toilet cabin. Lots of tele on the hook up point so rain didn't stop us relaxing. This site is sorrounded by lovely hotels with restaurants so if your like us and prefer to fine dine out you'll be spoilt for choice. Ideal for us, we will be back for sure.

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irfergy

Caravanner from Cleveland

Reviewed on 21/04/2017 13:18

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peacfull break

We have stayed at this site on a number of occasions. We usually go in October for the change of colours on the trees. Thought we would have a change and go early. The fact there is no toilet block does not bother us, you have the facilities in your caravan so the fact you can stop in a prime location for half the price is a bonus. We walked to Castle Cragg , and Keswick from the site. We caught the bus back from Keswick getting off at the Lodore Falls hotel , and walked across to the site the wood platform. The 77 bus that drops you outside the site had broken down ,which is not good as its not that frequent .The car only moved once on Sunday to go to Buttermere. For walkers this is in a great location. I wont go on too much as I don't want it to become so popular that we cant get on. We will definitely return. We wasn't lucky enough to see the red squirrel or the deer this time, but other people had spotted plenty of wildlife.

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loiner

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Reviewed on 21/04/2017 11:05

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