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We new this was a basic site because of all the reviews but decided to use it as the reviews were all good.
If you like very basic camping then this is definitely the campsite for you. A lovely back to nature feel with the chickens,ducks etc roaming around.There are several choices of fields to camp - some are on a slope whilst others are flat.
The owners are very friendly and helpful.
The downfall of this site is the lack of shower/toilets.One shower for ladies with one loo and sink.Mens have one shower/sink.Toilet by reception and two further toilets by washing up area. Reviews have mentioned that new blocks were going to be being built as far back as 2007 but no sign of them yet. Had to go for showers at odd times so not to queue and as said before very rustic.
Its a shame as the site is a lovely spot and central for most things and has a lovely laid back atmosphere.
All in all a lovely holiday but disappointed with lack of showers for the amount of pitches.
What can I say ! we have just returned from this wonderful site .
The site is split into three areas around a small farmyard where chickens and ducks roam free all day.We were there during a heatwave ( rare in The Lakes ) and kept all our milk etc cool in the stream that ran along side our tent. The site facilities are basic but clean and have a real quirky farmhouse feel to them. Although only one shower each for male and female we never had to queue even over the busy weekend. They were free with constant hot water and very powerful a real treat after a day on the hills.
The site is well situated a couple of miles from Keswick and about 15 minute walk to village with two pubs that sold food. There was some traffic noise but very slight and never annoying.
There is a small well stocked shop that sold majority of basics plus eggs free range from the site which were delicious. My husband was thrilled they sold old fashioned sweets from jars !
Campfires are allowed in old wheels that are readily avaiable for everyone to use and logs are for sale on the site. The fires are the cherry on the cake for this wonderful site.
It is exactly what it says it is clean , basic
Old fashioned campsite !
We have camped for many years and have never recieved the wonderful attention we received from Helen and Gareth , they made us feel so welcome, nothing was too much trouble. . We count the days to September when we return.
This is an excellent campsite, the only fault was the lack of shower facilities although we never had to queue for a shower.
This Campsite is a family run site which gives it a more personal feel. Gareth would go out of his way to help you, even when my husbands lens fell out of his glasses Gareth searched for a screwdriver to fix them.
They sell campfires for £5.50 which include the wheel rim, kindling and a big bag of logs.
The location is ideal for Keswick, Whinnlatter forest park and nearby Cockermouth. You will never be stuck for a day out if you have a car, whether you want to visit the coast or one of the peaks.
Although there were children at the campsite, there is not much for them to do. But this is ideal for people wanting a relaxed break. Will definitely be returning to this campsite next year.
We have just returned from a few days at lanefoot farm and are already looking into when we can go back! Me and the other half spent 4 nights with our 2 pooches (one of them a first time camper) living in our tent in the meadow field. I phoned the week before and requested a spot in the meadow field as I thought the free range chickens in the main field would be far too much for our already excitable cocker puppy to deal with on her first camping trip.
When we arrived, our booking had been recorded and Gareth showed us to the field we would be calling home for the next few days.We easily found a spot despite it being a Saturday afternoon and set up camp. There were several areas in the field which had been recently re-seeded but there was still plenty of space for several tents and there wasn't that 'cramped and overlooked' feeling which was ideal.
The toilets and showers were clean and always stocked. I believe they are in the process of converting a barn into a bigger shower block but I have to say I never had to wait for either the shower or the toilet despite the campsite been quite busy. There was a fresh water tap close to our field and washing up sinks not far away either. The bins were a short walk to the main field and there were several recycling bins which was good.
Gareth came around on an evening to ask if anybody wanted a fire and was quite happy to stop for a chat when we enquired about the buzzards we had seen whilst walking nearby. Despite been close to the main road, you really don't hear the traffic and it is nice having easy access to the main roads.
We had some lovely walks around the area including up to the osprey viewpoint on the other side of bassenthwaite lake. We all enjoyed the full days walks around the area aswell as the short evening walks through the woods at the back of the farm.We were worn out as were our dogs (which really is saying something!) All in all a fantastic campsite which offered relaxation for those who wanted a rest, great walking and cycling opportunities especially as the coast to coast route passes through the farm. We look forwards to our return later this year.
Had a great time and even beat the weather having 3 nights there and no rain
I would go again its a lovely site well placed and a 20min walk to the village with a great pub with fantastic food the owners were lovley and friendly
This campsite was relatively easy to get to but hidden away enough so as not to get too busy. We were met by the owner/farmer and although we had sent confirmation of our visit, via email, we weren't booked in, however he was helpful enough and we found a good spot to pitch up for 2 nights.
The site is within the lovely surroundings of Brassenthwaite/ Keswick, beautiful views of the hills in the larger field, friendly atmosphere, working farm; we watched the sheep shearing and camp fires make it even more special. The site has a little shop selling essentials and for 20p you can freeze your ice packs, much needed as the weather was hot! Sparce facilities, only 3 loos and 1 shower serving quite a few people when busy, so patience is required.
Electric hook ups available if required and the ethos is to recycle, which gives it extra brownie points from me. The only downside was a very relentless Cockerel making it's noisy presence felt from day break but what do you expect on a farm I suppose!
We didn't visit the Village but it looked quaint with a pub and shop. Approx 1 mile drive towards the stunning Brassenthwaite Lake we took a 45 min walk to view the Osprey, this was spectacular, we were lucky enough to see the pair and their 3 fledgling, well worth the effort.
We have just arrived home after our second visit. This site is very basic with limited facilities but our midweek stay meant there were no queues for the shower. As soon as Friday arrived, however, it was manic.
It only costs £6.50 per person per night which is an excellent price for camping in the Lake District.
I hope Gareth and Helen continue to upgrade the facilities but don't develop the site too much as it may take away it's character.
I would recommend visiting The Coledale Inn in Braithwaite which happily accepts dogs and the meals are delicious. It is about a 15 minute walk along the very quiet lane that runs alongside the campsite.
Our stay at Lanefoot Farm had an ominous start. I had booked not weeks but months beforehand and had specified that we wanted to camp on the Meadow Field. I had reiterated this several times through email correspondence and each time received confirmation. However, on our arrival we were directed to the Main Field. We weren’t happy and no pitch was suitable. So we strolled over to the Meadow Field and spotted a space that was much more to our liking and asked to pitch there. There was an awkward few moments as Gareth was clearly reluctant to let us pitch there (he wanted to save it for an EHU customer) but we emphasised that we had booked such a pitch since February and he eventually relented. Later, Gareth admitted that they had overbooked (he put it down to the fact that they are still learning the ropes) and, indeed, the site was far too full over the spring bank holiday and following half term week.
Anyway, on with the review!
As I understand things there was a campsite at Lanefoot Farm for many years until the previous owner died a few years ago. Gareth and Helen took over less than three years ago and started up the campsite again. There are two main camping areas: the Meadow Field and the Main Field. The Main Field is a quite large, open field with a few hard standings around part of the perimeter. With the exception of the hard standings there are no marked pitches and it seems to be very much a case of “go and find a pitch”. Not all the field is equally useable as some areas are not level and, when we were there, some areas were very soft. The Main Field does, however, have the best, clearest views of the valley including Dodd and Skiddaw. There is more landscaping in the Meadow Field which is natural and mature with plenty of wildlife (including a Mistle Thrush that nested in a tree above our tent and we enjoyed watching its young fledge). There is a stream that runs through the field which attracted the children but check it before allowing your children play in it as there is some glass and rusty metal in there.
Compared to some of the campsites I have stayed at the facilities are somewhat rustic. I counted two toilets, one urinal and one shower for men and, in so far as I could tell, there were similar facilities for women (though minus the urinal, I assume). The shower is in a room without any real ventilation and so gets very steamy. However, it is free to use, has a strong flow and, since it is a power shower, the hot water is available 24/7. There were also two sinks, at a back-achingly low level, for washing up. The shower and washing up facilities proved inadequate for the number of campers, with queues forming at the usual times. I believe that there are plans for new facilities.
As others have mentioned, one positive feature of the site is that campfires are allowed. For £4 you get a simple brazier (an old car wheel to keep the fire off the grass) and a bundle of wood and kindle. Gareth would go around on his tractor and trailer, carting the wood for the fires, and he would be followed by excited groups of children, Pied Piper-esque.
There is a small but well-stocked shop that provides many essentials as well as sausages, eggs and black pudding for breakfast and packets of marsh-mellows to toast over the campfire in the evening. There is a bell just outside the shop which you ring for service if no one is on duty in the shop.
As always I asked our children what they liked and disliked about the campsite. They appreciated the scenic location and the fact that we didn’t have to travel very far to find lots of things to do and see off-site. For most of them the facilities were not an issue. But one thing that they did mention was that, compared to other campsites we’ve been to, there was not enough space (even on the Main Field) to play games such as football, catch, etc. Without getting under the feet of other campers. I don’t know what it is like at other times but while we were there the site was far too full. The EHU campers that arrived shortly after us had to squeeze in their tent; a bedroom pod of their Diablo was less than a couple of metres from our tent – but at least they were a really pleasant family. Campsites that cram in the punters can and should lose good will and, eventually, custom.
Despite the downsides I found myself really liking Lanefoot Farm, as did our children. A big part of this was Helen and Gareth; they have a genuinely warm, friendly and laid-back attitude to running their campsite. The views across the valley towards Skiddaw are beautiful and there is so much to do and see in the Lakes. During our camp we went over the other side of the valley to Dodd twice, once to get views of the ospreys nesting (people from the R.S.P.B. Were there with information, telescopes, etc.) and the second time to hike up to Dodd Summit (including our seven-year-old) which rewarded us with wonderfully commanding views of Keswick, Derwent Water and Basenthwaite. We also went to Tarn Hows, Grizedale and Great Langdale; beautiful locations all within a forty minute or so drive of the campsite.
In some ways Lanefoot Farm is a work in progress and there is still some work that needs to be done. If you like your creature comforts and commercial sites with playgrounds for the kids and a bar for the grown-ups then this site is not for you. But if it did have those things then it would not be for me. I spoke to people who have returned to this site several times and I would also go again, though I would either avoid the busiest times of the season or check future reviews to see whether the over-booking was a one-off.
There’s a sign at the entrance to Lanefoot farm which reads “Caution Free Range Children”. And on this campsite the children are free. Free to have fun, free to run around and fill their lungs with fresh air, free to play ball games and play in the stream that cuts the campsite in two. Yes the facilities are basic but when the kids are enjoying themselves, then the parents and grandparents can relax and enjoy their holiday too. Highly recommended will visit again.
Stayed here for six nights during Keswick Mountain festival. Weather was nice at first then turned to rain rain rain! We had a good week though and got out and about.
Campsite location great for Keswick, winlatter forest etc. Is a working farm so animals add to the charm. Campfires allowed so another bonus - supplied by owner Gareth. At least one pub within walking distance. Campsite has little shop that sells essentials - marshmallows for the fire. Washing up facilities and I think there was a plug in the shower room for hairdryer! Also has drying area for wet boots & jackets.
Owner Gareth and his young family always on hand, very friendly & caring, offering local info & asking how your day was without being intrusive.
Mixture of seasonal pitches & tourers. 3 camping areas- Main field which is sloping, meadow field which has a wild feel to it, and 3rd field in between which we camped in because it was flat.
Disagree with negative comments about wash facilities - I found they were totally adequate, and clean. This is a working farm and you only need the basics - if you want massive shower blocks & fancy washing up areas then maybe visit one of the other holiday parks in the area. It depends what you are looking for.
All other campers were quiet & respectful, peaceful after hours.
My only small disappointment with this visit was that we had booked pretty far in advance and requested the meadow field, & had a response to say that would be fine. When we arrived, there wasn't really anywhere suitable to camp, only very sloping areas, not an option for me. Which is why we ended up in the middle field, it was nice & flat but right next to the road. That's camping for you I suppose.
Well worth a visit, all in all a great holiday & ticked most of my boxes for an ideal campsite! :-)
Arrived to find that our booking that we made three months ago hadn't been written down, but not to panic because Gareth found us a pitch with hook up no problem. A sign as you drive in says sorry no groups, but it didn't take long to clock our neighbours! Drunk loud and full of attitude, wouldn't of minded but they were grown men! Gareth had to send them packing after a noisy night.
Site started to fill up but luckily we didn't have to queue for showers as we went later in the afternoon after a days walking.
Short walk to pub and there's a nice walk into Keswick which means you don't have to walk on main road.
The field we camped on got really water logged after a few days of rain, mucho mud and very soggy wood that would not burn! noticed a few people took axes with them to make lighting the fires easier, will remember that for next time.
Nice site and location, basic facilities which really doesn't reflect with the price that we paid for seven people for seven nights, but I guess you pay for the beautiful surroundings. 8/10
This is a beautifully situated site with fantastic views in all directions. The site is split into two sections, the meadow area, which is a mixed area of trees and long grass, and a large open, and mostly sloping, field.
The site has a very relaxed feel about it with few rules, no demarcated pitches, and few facilities.
We found the owners genuinely helpful and laid back.
We stayed over the May Bank Holiday week and found the site busy. Initially we were directed toward the open field. A slight problem here was that because of the slope and the lack of marked pitches most tents were crammed very close to each other in the flatter sections.
Another problem with the field was that the open field was also the area that the kids played football in. Probably could do with a designated area for balls games.
After moving to the meadow area the experience was very different. Lovely, laid back camping surrounded by considerate, friendly, and happy people. I think this area would be difficult to crowd because of the layout, and certainly doesn’t lend itself to the kind of circling of tents to crate a communal drinking space that the large group managed in the open field.
As mentioned, only one shower and two toilets per gender. Be prepared to wait a while when the site’s busy.
We also stayed at this site just before the late May bank holiday and thought it was absolutely lovely.
It was very quiet when we arrived - it felt that we were the only people there, although it started to fill up on the Friday.
Despite the extra people we never had to queue for the facilities, and they were always clean. The antibac soap was also a nice touch. We didn't feel they needed updating either - the showers were nicely tiled etc.
The owners were absolutely lovely and happy to help. We didn't have a campfire but it was great knowing they were an option.
We wouldn't hesitate to go back, its the type of site we absolutely love.
Very easy to get too as its just off the A66. Excellent views of the Skiddaw range to one side of the site, and Whinlatter forest to the other. Also only 5 mins drive from Keswick.
A quiet road leads right from the site into the village of Braithwaite (approx 1 mile), where there is a couple of pubs and a village store
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Pitches good but not set, we had plenty of space (until the bank hol arrived, when the owners tried to cram probably way too many people in)
As mentioned in other reviews, the toilets/showers are very basic, and with only 1 shower for women and 1 for men, they could get busy at times.
This is a working farm and there are chickens roaming freely about, which is a nice touch although watch out for your biscuits!
There is a basic shop where you can get provisions, though it doesnt have any fixed opening times.
It rained a lot during our stay, but the ground didn't get muddy, I think the owners have recently dug drainage ditches
All in all I would recommend this site if you don't require home comforts
Well arrived here on Friday tea-time,kids all excited and my heart dropped. Basic sites are what I like but there's basic and there's basic.
The bathroom facilities were very clean but dated,there was only 1 shower for each gender. The dihwashing facilities were clean but in a little shack.
BUT and it is a big but the owner, Gareth is such a lovely man and great with kids the site grew on me so much! he had my daughter help him out the horse away at night and feeding the chickens. Her highlight was the tractor rides around the site. He made the stay great fun. There's a small stream running through the site which the kids loved plying in too.
The site was perfectly place with fantastic views. Campfires at night were brilliant, made such a difference. You buy the wood from gareth at £4 a load and you get a tyre hub and away you go, fab!
When I arrived I wanted to leave now I would go again! My youngest cried the morning we were leaving and is desperate to get back!
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <5 miles 
Wild Swimming <1 mile 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach <10 miles 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
We new this was a basic site because of all the reviews but decided to use it as the reviews were all good.
