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Waterside House Campsite

Waterside House Campsite, Howtown, Penrith CA10 2NA, UK

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Campground on Ullswater in the Lake District with direct water access and showers.

About Waterside House Campsite

Waterside House sits on the shore of Ullswater, one of the Lake District's largest and most dramatic waters. The setting is the main draw here: you wake to lake views, have direct access to the water, and can launch straight into paddleboarding, kayaking or swimming. The campground itself is well-maintained, with spotless shower facilities and a shop and cafe on site that caters to various dietary needs including gluten-free options.

Pitches are arranged to make the most of the waterside location. The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxed, and the staff are known for being helpful. This is the kind of site where the landscape does most of the work—you come for the water and the fells, and stay because you don't want to leave.

Good to know

Parking

  • ✓Free car park
  • ✓Paid car park

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.

Photos

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Visitors say this campsite offers stunning lake views and direct water access, making it ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, and swimming. They also highlight the spotless and well-maintained toilet and shower facilities, along with a well-stocked shop and cafe with gluten-free options. Guests mention the staff are friendly and helpful, contributing to a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

Summary via Google

Can I bring...?

⛺ Tent pitches
🚐 Caravans welcome
🚌 Motorhomes welcome
✨ Glamping available
🛖 Lodges & pods

Facilities

🚿 Hot showers
📶 Free WiFi
🏊 Swimming pool
🛒 Onsite shop
🎠 Children's play area
🍖 BBQs allowed
🔥 Campfires allowed
🧺 Laundry
🎣 Fishing
🛁 Hot tub
♿ Accessible facilities
🅿️ Hardstanding pitches
🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site
🚻 Toilets on site

No takeaway delivery found for this location on Just Eat or Deliveroo — you'll likely need to bring or buy supplies before you arrive.

Nearest supermarkets

Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.

  • Aldi, Penrith 5.1 miles
  • Sainsbury's, Penrith 5.3 miles
  • Morrisons, Penrith 5.4 miles
  • Co-op, Appleby-in-Westmorland 13.8 miles
  • Lidl, Kendal 18.9 miles

Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Location

Waterside House Campsite, Howtown, Penrith CA10 2NA, UK Get directions

What visitors say

michelle hall

This campsite is right against the lake which the family swam in. You can also hire out paddle boards and kayaks. There is a food shack that sells original made wood fire pizza's and loaded fries, I had the steak on top, normal prices for food. The staff are nice. There is a little shop in the reception area. However when you arrive you have to pay per person £20 each which you will get back we you leave. This is a behaviour bond. The amenities are clean and tidy. You will have to book the campsite in advance. Beautiful sunsets.

· via Google

Alston D'souza

We stayed at Waterside House Campsite for one night with my wife and our close friends, and we had a fantastic time. The campsite is spacious, well-maintained, and has all the facilities you need for a comfortable stay. We even ended up watching the World Cup final there, which made the experience even more memorable! The paddle boarding was great fun, and there were plenty of activities to enjoy. Overall, it was a wonderful getaway, and I would highly recommend this campsite to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable outdoor experience.

· via Google

Jonnie Crawford

Great site with ample space for tent, car etc. We stayed in the open field. Toilets and showers were good. Shop on site, as well as a cafe serving loaded fries and pizza in the afternoon/evening. Right next to Ullswater, and nice shallow access for paddleboarding etc. Equipment can be hired on site.

· via Google

Graeme B

We stayed in a camping Pod was nice with a view of the lake and the welcoming committee of ducks. It's a really nice place. Only thing that spoilt it was a big group of others who found something funny about my other half that upset him so kind of put a damper on the stay so left a day early. Would go back again as it's such a nice place. Hopefully less annoying people next time.

· via Google

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