Gosh this is a large site. If you are near the bottom you are not too far from the water where you can go and swim, kayak or other things. There is a little lane you have to wander down and then go through a campsite to the water. If you are at the bottom then it is a long way back up to the top where reception is. It does have a drying rooms which are helpful but it does not dry anything fast so be prepared. There is great access to various attractions but the lake district is always expensive one way or another. Be prepared to fork out lots of money at attractions or on parking tickets. There is a lovely walk along by the waters edge of Coniston lake, as far as you want to go. In the woods along the lake walk you will see moss covered tree trunks and stones everywhere, even in the height of Summer. It is quite magical. When it rains you will understand why the moss is so prolific. If you are an outdoors person I would take wellies, waterproofs, walking boots, snorkel, water pump, wet suit, and an unbrella in case it is a nice day with just light drizzle. We drove over to Scafell Pike from here and it was a fair way, a bit too far really. The views on the way were breathtaking though. Skafell Pike was foggy and if you go up that then there is a stream to cross that can become a river. If it is too deep to wade across in your boots or bare feet there is another alternative but harder route. A great site in a great position for the lakes and the fells.