Campsites · North West England
Gill Head Farm
In or near Penruddock.
Gill Head Farm — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry Station · 5.7 km
- Free entry
About
Gill Head Farm is a campsite located in scotland lowlands. Campsite listed with verified location and OSM metadata. Pitch availability, facilities (toilets, showers, electric hookup) and seasonal opening vary — confirm directly.
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Official information
Gill Head Farm is a family-run working hill farm located in the Lake District National Park, offering self-catering accommodation, caravan, and camping options. It is popular among families, outdoor enthusiasts, and school groups, providing a scenic backdrop for various activities such as walking and sightseeing.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Gill Head Farm is a campsite located in the Scottish Lowlands. Visitors can expect a rural setting, suitable for camping enthusiasts. The area offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with scenic views typical of the Lowlands. Facilities may include basic amenities for a comfortable stay.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.6325, -2.9641
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Matterdale
- Postcode
- CA11 0ST
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Phone
- +44 (0)1768 779953
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry Station — 5.7 km
- Official site
- www.gillheadfarm.co.uk
Sources
- osm: w36881221 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gill Head Farm?
- Gill Head Farm is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA11 0ST), in the parish of Matterdale.
- What is Gill Head Farm?
- Gill Head Farm — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Gill Head Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA11 0ST.
- Is Gill Head Farm a protected site?
- Yes — Gill Head Farm is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Gill Head Farm?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA11 0ST.