Borrowdale Club Campsite

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Walkers Paradise

Stayed 2 nights at this beautiful campsite. Unfortunately our sat nav took us in the wrong end of the site so the approach to the site was on a very narrow road and was quite scary in some parts. Lesson learned ,always check your handbook for directions before setting off! Wardens were lovely and helpful and Mike helped us with our TV reception. This is a great site for walks from the site. Through a gate at the end of the campsite will take you to Derwent Water really stunning then at the beginning of the campsite will take you to Cat Bells absolutely stunning views. We also visited Lodore Falls Waterfalls which was lovely also. We only left the campsite once to go for a meal at The Mary Mount which was also lovely. This is a spotless pretty campsite and would return again coming in the right way though.

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maccallum

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Reviewed on 17/08/2022 12:41

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A GEM OF A SITE

We were delayed on our journey and concerned about being late, so our first experience of the site was a very helpful phone conversation with the site warden. On arrival, explanations were full and helpful - with a further reminder about the absence of a toilet block! The site office sells lovely cakes which we felt obliged to sample (!) as well as a good range of basics and essentials. We chose a pitch near the bottom of the site, all of which is amply wooded. This, combined with the generous size of the pitch, gave a sense of spaciousness, even though the site was almost full. An unexpected bonus of the absence of a toilet block is the extra sense of not being crowded. The service points and waste disposal were easily accessible and there was ample evidence that this is a very well cared for site. Thankfully there is no uniformity on the site which is a bonus. the pitches come in different shapes, though all seemed to be a good size - ours certainly was! The hard standing combined easy pegging for awnings with being easy under foot. We have three small dogs and were delighted to find that opportunities for walking them onsite and beyond were excellent. The setting is simply superb! Two minutes from a lovely walk along the banks of Derwentwater, further into Borrowdale are some of the best walks in the Lakes (or anywhere else for that matter). Keswick is a short drive away and offers many attractions. Ashness Bridge and Watendlath are well worth a visit (though there is a tricky right hand turn if approached from the site). This was our first visit, but it won't be our last to this gem of a site.

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PeterLJ

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Reviewed on 13/08/2022 18:13

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Beautiful site.

Stayed here a couple of times now and we have never been disappointed, it's lovely and peaceful, Ideal for Derwent water and Kayaking, paddle boarding, also a great walk into Keswick. The facilities are just what we needed, we didn't use the site wifi as we have our own so we could get TV and internet. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We love the place and will be back again, it has everything we need.

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Juleskev

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Reviewed on 27/07/2022 16:22

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Peaceful site

I stayed here last autumn and was looking forward to returning. I arrived last week in the extraordinary heat we were having and parked my caravan in a lovely shaded spot. The site is so peaceful and well maintained. Staff and site shop are both very helpful and convenient. The lake is only a 5 minute walk away and there is the most beautiful and quiet cove/beach area from which to picnic, swim or enjoy water sports. You can also walk around the lake or to Keswick from the site. Other walks from the site include the famous Cat Bells.

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Reviewed on 26/07/2022 16:50

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Perfect

What a lovely, lovely site. Some of the pitches have such a lot of room, you can hardly see any other caravans/motorhomes. We had the perfect pitch (7) for seeing red squirrels. The walk all the way around Derwent water is easy and very scenic. Use a map to get through Keswick and find the route again.

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Cara1961van

Reviewed on 30/06/2022 16:22

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First time here, not the last.

The only bad thing you could ever say about this site is the way in. For people with an eight foot wide unit, do not be put off with the 6 foot 6 inch width limit. Th bridge is nearly 10 feet wide and straight all the way over. You then need care for the left hander and the following right hander then care is needed because some people do not park considerately. There are 2 more potential hazards, a narrow squeeze between a tree and an old stone gate post, then the entrance to the site itself where care is necessary. Once having got there prepare to unwind because peace is all there is. Be prepared to feed the Red squirrels and the birds. The birdsong is delightful as are the walks around the site which is laid out so that you feel you are on a 5 van c.l. rather than a large site. The minimum facilities are well looked after by the lovely site managers who, incidentally keep the squirrel and bird boxes well stocked for your enjoyment. Don’t let the driving hazards put you off, just be prepared, have one of the quietest holidays available in lovely woodland.

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peterjohn

Reviewed on 19/05/2022 08:55

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Finley’s first trip

Stayed for 8 nights at this wonderful quiet site set in the woods and only 100 yards to the shore of Derwent Water . Fantastic wardens were so helpful and friendly to us and our little pup. The pitches are scattered about the site and are vey individual, set in little groups amongst the woodland with plenty of privacy. Most look pretty level. Gates lead into Manesty Woods with lots of dog walks possible. Site is very well maintained. Easy access on foot to Cat Bells , Maiden Moor , High Spy and beyond. The Mary Mount is great For a beer and very dog friendly - biscuits galore for our pup. It’s just a grand place to be and we will be back - no toilet block - not a problem for us

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Albrown271

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Reviewed on 25/04/2022 11:25

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Lovely quiet site

Last week (18h October) I was lucky to stay for four nights at this lovely quiet site. It is relatively easy to reach and only 10 minutes drive from Keswick. It’s ideally positioned for easy access to the fells and lake and right next to the quiet hamlet of Grange which has a cafe. Friendly wardens and loads of wildlife to watch including red squirrels. I didn’t want to leave and needless to say I will be returning next year when they reopen.

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Reviewed on 30/10/2021 15:01

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great for a getaway

we were welcomed by the very helpful site staff who were cheerful and friendly the site we chose was level and of a good size the site is a peaceful and well laid out site with trees all around and a little walk takes you to the lake paths but make sure you have anti bite cream ! we didnt and we were unlucky to become lunch ,dinner,and supper for the midges who were very hungry by the no of bites we had ! we still enjoyed our stay and would return again as the area is fantastic and this site is a credit to the wardens who make it such a special place to visit thanks for a terrific stay.

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FRANKYDEANO

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Reviewed on 09/09/2021 16:44

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Perfect one night stay, wish it could have been longer

After spending the day in Keswick we tried here for a night's stay even though the sign said full...we were in luck they'd had a cancellation, the site was beautiful and our pitch was close to the path to the lake and had plenty of room for our awning, chair's etc. We had a great walk by the lake, a brilliant night's sleep (it was so peaceful and relaxing) and woke up to bird song... perfect The motorhome amenities were great to waste emptying and rubbish all in one area and easily accessible. I would highly recommend this site and will be back again for longer with the kayak.

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Juleskev

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Reviewed on 08/09/2021 20:14

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