Waterside Campsite

Waterside House is a beautifully situated family run Lake District campsite situated on the northern shores of Ullswater in the Lake District.Perfectly positioned at the foot of Barton Fell, it is an ideal base for mountain biking, walking, sailing, fishing, and pony trekking or simply relaxing.Services available include:CampingTipi HireRowing Boat and Canadian Canoe HireMountain Bike HireThe pretty village of Pooley Bridge is one mile from the campsite and can be easily reached by road or the lakeshore footpath.Here you will find local shops and cafes as well as a few inns serving excellent bar food and traditional real ales.ABOUT US A Working Farm and Campsite on the shore of Ullswater in the Lake DistrictWaterside House farm and Campsite have been run by the same family for five generations.The farmhouse is dated 1694 and is part of a working farm with land covering 279 acres. The farm is home to a flock of Swaledale Ewes, who spend most of their time on the nearby Barton Fell.At certain times of the year you may see the sheep being dipped, sheared or even the birth of a lamb.You will certainly see sheepdogs at work.Cattle and calves are reared and can be seen in the fields around the campsite during the summer months.Camping beside UllswaterWaterside House provides excellent facilities and a peaceful park in which to relax and enjoy your holiday in the midst of the Lakeland Scenery.Our clients, many of whom return year after year, are mainly families, couples, walkers and a few well-supervised groups who enjoy the natural beauty of the area.Facilities includeExcellent modern shower & toilet facilities with hot water to all basinsElectric hook-upsHand & hair dryersChemical disposal pointDisabled ToiletFully equipped laundryChildrens adventure area (in the family field)A well stocked shop with gas and bottle exchangeFreezer for ice-pack usePublic telephoneBoat launch and car-parkingBoat storage facility on the lake shore (all year)Volley ball and table tennis (free of charge)We are also happy to charge your phones and laptops in the shopRecycling (paper glass and cans)Tipi HireTipis will include:Wooden floors with carpetDouble futon bedTwo single inflatable mattressesThrows, Rugs and CushionsLampsPots and pans and CutleryPlastic storage boxWooden boxBowlsCooking utensils, sharp knivesCool box with ice packsWater carrierCollanderCorkskrewPlastic beakersWooden bench for outside eatingFire pitBasket of logsGas stoveBrush and dustpanFire extinguisher and alarmPlease bring your own bedding i.e. duvet and pillowsWe would appreciate the traditional way of removing shoes when entering tipiSorry no dogs allowed inside tipis.