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Really nice campsite toilets nice and clean. Linda very friendly and also surrounding neighbours friendly. Beautiful views, great walks leading from the site. Showers good, nice hot water. Didn't a need shop as I took my own groceries, took toilet rolls as suggested by one review didn't need them. Campsite peaceful only had one problem couldn't figure out what type of bird was singing on a night. Lovely ,we'll be going back to this site for definite
We have just returned from a week at Burns Farm and will definitely be going back next year! The site is in a lovely spot with wonderful views and great walking (which is what we go for). A very pleasant walk into Keswick along the railway line takes just over an hour. A god tip is to stop at the BP garage just off this track as it has a very well-stocked Londis shop - much easier than trying to park in Keswick if you don't need a lot.
The showers are nice and hot but I agree with previous review that the site was very busy and there were queues for the showers and for washing up. Also the showers only seem to be cleaned once a day - when the site is this busy I think they need to be cleaned more often as they did get pretty grotty but I know it's not easy.
There are no play areas for children - but with the beautiful Lake District on the doorstep do they need it? Most children did, however, climb the tree - which didn't do the dry-stone wall a lot of good!
There is a lot of noise from the A66 which we hadn't expected but you do get used to it. Apart from that we went to sleep to the sound of lambs and woke up to the sound of cows! Loved it!
Just got back from a 3 night stay from Burns Farm.
Good points - The owner is very helpful as well as everyone who works there, we needed to borrow a puncture repair kit and there was no problems getting one from them. The site itself is situated in a great place, the views are beautiful and it is not too far from keswick, about a 4 mile walk if you take the old railway footpath, on only 10 mins in the car.
Bad Points - Although the campsite is large the site seemed to over book and it ended up being very cramped, probably due to the bank holiday weekend, if you go when it is off peak I'm sure it will be quieter.
There are 2 sets of toilets, one one the campsite and one just over the road. The blocks on the campsite are more modern, with 3 shower blocks and 3 toilet cubicles. They are clean which is good, however can get crowded so they could do with a few more. There is another set just across the road which are older and only have 2 showers and 2 cubicles, very basic but still ok.
There is a place to wash your plates etc. But it is small and only has 2 sinks, which can lead to waiting a long time
Overall a very nice campsite, even if it was a little crowded, great views and not far from keswick town, would go back again.
I have stayed at this site on many occasions and had a most enjoyable stay.
My only criticism is about the state of the site after heavy rain (which happens often!) a little money spent on some land drainage would help a great deal to make the stay more enjoyable.
Also due to the amount of people in the campsite field at peak times the toilet block just isn't adequate.
Just come back from here after a 2 day stay, the toilets were very clean and tidy, we did not have to queue for these as there was not many on the site, did run out of toilet roll 1st night (good job we took some ourselves).
There was a sink area where you could clean your dishes and also a laundry room which is handy if you are staying for a week (which cost a mere £3.50 for the wash and £3.00 for the dryer.
We got there when it was dark so could not see anything, when we got up in the morning the views was breath taking, it was a very relaxing stay.
One down fall, unfortunately the site is backing on to the A66 which was very busy all night, the other thing is, you will see the site marked up, what you need to do is park on the site out the way, as you come up to the site you will notice a farm house on the road set back, as you walk into the farm you will see the sign reception, that is were you need to go and not the 1 down the little lane on your left.
There was plenty to do and plenty to see, really nice camp site for all ages,and will be definitely going back.
Nestling in the beautiful Eskdale Valley close to Scafell, England's highest mountain and Wastwater, this site is a children's paradise in the heart of the Lake District. The first thing that meets you on arrival is the pond, fed by a stream and usually full of children paddling and playing on tyre rafts. The playground has zip wires, climbing frames, tyre rope-swings and adventure courses.
Grass pitches (some with EHU) for tents, motorhomes, VW-sized campervans (no caravans). Refurbished toilets, showers and laundry. Peace is the watchword on the campsite - catering mainly for families and couples with silence after 10.30pm. Don't forget your marshmallows - campfires are allowed in selected areas. Nearby shop and pub. And there's an added extra: the site sits along the route of the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway line, with it's own station. Choo Choo! Find out more here
Site felt really cramped over late bank holiday weekend and despite booking, no firm pitch reserved/lovely choice of 2 (mud-bathed) pitches available, depending on which way you look at it. Would have helped if pitches were marked-out too.
Facilities OK. Could do with a couple more showers & loos in both blocks as we both had to wait at times. Wash up point cosy with just 2 sinks (that we found) for 50+ campers - good to get to know other whilst waiting though.
General drainage on the site didn't seem too clever even though Linda said thay hadn't had 6-weeks of heavy rain like this before so it was unusual. It seemed to unite those campers of us who remained though! Respect to you guys (you know who)!
If you get the sun this could be a cracking site, the welcome was great & the location is spot-on for the north Lakes area. Can't recommend in peak periods however as just too cramped for us.
This site is in stunning surroundings and is ideally located for touring the north lakes.
The owner was helpful, if not a little over-enthusiastic (she asked us every day if we had paid). The site is by a farm, so you can expect to be woken most days by sheep.
The toilet blocks were generally clean, although often ran out of loo paper (we started taking our own).
The one thing missing from this site would be a little shop, or even somewhere just to get milk/bread as there is nothing in the immediate local area either.
Owing to the month long rain the site is a trifle muddy but not too bad. The toilet block is updated and kept clean and tidy. Showers are good with nearly hot water. The views are terrific, this has been our second visit and we are going again next week. Access to walks and for shopping are excellent. You can walk from the site either to Keswick or out into the countryside. I found the owners of the farm pleasant and helpful. It is now our number one campsite.
Well its true what they say that it never rains in cumbria.It pours! just returned from a wet week but still enjoyed it all the same in our waterproofs!
Linda Lamb the owner is a lovely lady who is very keen to help. We picked our own pitch on the top field where the electric hook ups were (altho we didnt use it) with some breath taking views of Belcathra from our tent. Stones throw away from the shower block and washing up area. Modern shower block, 3 free showers, 3 sinks and 4 toilets in each. The block did get very busy at times and very muddy too but this is only due to lazy campers not giving the floor a quick mop over when they've finished. If need be the old toilet block in the farm yard is still in use and my husband chose it every night! its very old fashioned, not even a door but a curtain instead, however he loved it as it was always quiet!
We found the camp fairly noisy and the no noise rule was not in force at all, but to be fair it was bursting at the seams and when we did complain about a noisy family that were up at the crack of dawn throwing balls at our tent Linda did sort it for us.
The Salutation Inn just up the road is the best pub, lots and lots of food on your plate. Nice welcoming pub. Lovely walks close by including the old railway and Belcathra. Keswick is the closest town, nice little place but every other shop was a camping shop, once you'd been in one you'd been in them all, lol!
Nestling in the beautiful Eskdale Valley close to Scafell, England's highest mountain and Wastwater, this site is a children's paradise in the heart of the Lake District. The first thing that meets you on arrival is the pond, fed by a stream and usually full of children paddling and playing on tyre rafts. The playground has zip wires, climbing frames, tyre rope-swings and adventure courses.
Grass pitches (some with EHU) for tents, motorhomes, VW-sized campervans (no caravans). Refurbished toilets, showers and laundry. Peace is the watchword on the campsite - catering mainly for families and couples with silence after 10.30pm. Don't forget your marshmallows - campfires are allowed in selected areas. Nearby shop and pub. And there's an added extra: the site sits along the route of the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway line, with it's own station. Choo Choo! Find out more here
A really nice site. Setting is wonderful, with stunning views and lots of space even though we have a large 6 man tent. The owners and friendly and helpful. The facilities are good - recently built, clean etc. OK the hot water isn't scalding hot, but if you want Ritz style facilities, stay in a hotel, not on a campsite! Will definitely be revisiting.
My partner and I stayed at this site for 4 nights, arriving on the Thursday afternoon, and departing the following Monday.
On arrival, the site looked stunning. There were only a handful of tents there and the owner, Linda was very helpful in allocating us a suitable pitch. We were charged £12 per night and just told to pitch and pay later.
Unfortunately, the peace and quiet only lasted for the one day. On Friday, the site rapidly filled up to almost bursting, with one party playing music and making a noise until 4 in the morning. Linda promptly moved the group on the following day, but to be honest their replacements were just as bad.
The site is extremely clean, but there are not enough facilities to cater for a full field. There was rarely any toilet paper or hand soap in the dispensers, and the laundry room was locked for our entire stay. The field is also located very close to a busy main road, so you do hear a constant flow of traffic at night.
All that being said, the pitch is in a very favourable location, and I would probably return again someday, but would stay away from busier periods.
There are plenty of good reviews about this site, and our decision to stay here was based partly on those. Unfortunately we didn't have the same experience.
The views from the site are second to none and it is lovely and quiet with no rowdy groups or late night loud music. However the toilet block was not exceptionally clean, the showers luke warm and the main gripe I have is that we found it very expensive.
We had a smallish tent with no hook up in a field away from the amenities and yet it cost us £24 a night for two adults and two kids. We stayed three nights and were told that if we wanted to stay we would have to pay for the three nights up front, in total £72!
It was half term, but I still felt that the experience didn't justify the cost. It is also very exposed in the camping field.
This was my first time here & it will definitely not be my last.
A couple of mates went up on Monday & stopped 4 nights. I drove up on Tuesday & stopped 2 nights.
The views are STUNNING. Just sitting outside the tent having a brew each morning is truly breathtaking. We managed to get some cracking weather as well.
There is a large 2 sink wash area & the water is always steaming hot. Next to it is a large toilet/shower block. Very clean & more than adequate. It has hand driers & shaver points. Showers are free.
Its a working farm so has sheep & fowl so you can get fresh eggs at good prices.
The owner was friendly.
An excellent base for walking the various countryside which has to be seen to be believed (can you guess this was my first time in the Lake District ?)
The local town (Keswick) is only about 3 miles away so is easily walkable in under an hour. The taxi back is on average £10. Keswick has an abundance of what I call `proper`pubs :) Most serve Jennings Real Ale. Very palatable.
Will I go again ? YES is the answer to that question
This was our second visit to this site and no doubt, it won't be our last. The owner is very friendly and accommodating, nothing is too much trouble. Very professional, yet a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The facilities are excellent, if not a little over-stretched at peak times, but are always clean with plenty of hot water. We were lucky with the weather when we visited at the May bank holiday, except one day was very wet and windy. But the site coped extremely well and the fields have good drainage.
A good base for exploring the surrounding lakes and mountains and about a ten minute drive to Keswick town centre for shopping. Or if you aren't very adventurous, the views from the site are spectatular if you just want to sit outside your tent and relax with a drink or two. Being a working farm, there are always animals to keep you amused as well.
Highly recommended. We look forward to visiting again.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
Holiday Homes for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop <1 mile 
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 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
Outdoor Pool <5 miles 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
Golf <1 mile 
Tennis <5 miles 
Beach <5 miles 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Really nice campsite toilets nice and clean. Linda very friendly and also surrounding neighbours friendly. Beautiful views, great walks leading from the site. Showers good, nice hot water. 
