If you’re craving an escape from the maddening pace of the rat race yet have no wish to break the bank, consider a stay at Hawkshead Youth Hostel, an excellent base for cheap escapes and activity holidays in the Beatrix Potter country.

If you’re looking for a scenic base with a central location and heaps to do, pitch your tent or park up at Bowness On Windermere Campsite. This cracking spot rests on the eastern shores of Lake Windermere.

Fallbarrow Holiday Park is a proud owner of the e David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation, resting on the scenic shores of sparkling Lake Windermere, right by the lively town of Bowness-on-Windermere.

Low Wray Campsite is a cracking campsite providing guests with a memorable lakeside camping and glamping escape. The site rests next to Lake Windermere's more peaceful western shores.

Pier Cottage Caravan Park is a lovely property on the shores of Coniston Water, providing visitors with a beautiful base for exploring the hills or indulging in watersports.

White Cross Bay is splendidly nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, enveloped by spectacular scenery throughout the year. The site is the owner of a prestigious David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation and rests amid 60-acres of stunning wooded parkland.

If you want a quiet camping space that is inexpensive and a stroll from a pub, consider camping or glamping at Grizedale Campsite. This peaceful site rests in a quiet corner of the Lake District and offers campers a beautiful space on Grizedale valley.

Coniston Hall Campsite is a lovely spot for a lively family escape nestled amid lush settings on the western shore of Coniston Water. The owners are laid-back and welcome guests to pitch in the corner of choice.

Coniston Holly How Youth Hostel is a well-maintained traditional youth hostel enjoying an enviable and scenic position in Coniston. The site rests just minutes from the picturesque village and shimmering lake of Coniston Water.

Escape to the highly scenic Park Cliffe Caravan Camping Estate and feel the stress of modern life and the hectic schedules fade into the distance. This award-winning park offers excellent camping and glamping on well-maintained.

Coniston Park Coppice Campsite is a beautifully landscaped camping space tucked amid 63 peaceful acres of National Trust woodland, welcoming tents, small campervans, motorhomes and caravans.

Coniston Experience Freedom Glamping is a spacious, friendly site set on the banks of Coniston Water, affording easy access to a range of activities and attractions in the Lake District.

Skelwith Fold Caravan Park is a peaceful 5-star awarded site nestled amid the natural beauty of the famed Lake District. The spacious and well-equipped park offers a range of camping accommodations to suit traditional touring camping and the glampers who enjoy kicking back in roomy abodes.

Hill of Oaks Caravan and Lodge Park lies nestled amid ancient woodland on the viewsome south-eastern shores of Lake Windermere. It provides adventuring sorts with a safe, well-equipped and comfortable base to explore the best attractions and activities in the Lake District National Park.

Avon Wood Holiday Home Park is a quiet, well-established, secluded hideaway, offering guests unrivalled seclusion within a natural, peaceful and entirely viewsome woodland looking out over the shimmering water of Lake Windermere.

There’ll be no cross faces at Crosslands Farm, a lovely site comprising a Caravan and Motorhome Club Certificated site and self-catering accommodation. Owners Ann and David have lovingly restored the typical 17th-century farmhouse nestled amid the stunning natural beauty of the Rusland Valley.

Even the most anti-outdoors person will feel incredibly sad to bid adieu to a sumptuous stay at Neaum Crag, a lovely site with alpine-style lodges tucked away and generously spaced on 18-acres of striking woodland.

Walking country is at your disposal at Tarn Foot Farm Campsite. This hidden basic campsite accepts tents only and sits near Loughrigg Tarn, under Loughrigg Fell. Pack in your boots to explore this scenic area of Southern Lakeland and the Great Langdale.

Escape to the heart of the Lake District at The Church House Inn Campsite, a beautiful space offering respite to weary travellers and holidaymakers since the 14th century. The site is ideal for unwinding and soaking in the area's natural scenery.

Shepherds View is a lovely, small Camping and Caravanning Club Certificated Site located a short stroll from the bus stop rumbling into Coniston. The village is only 2 miles away.