Fisher-gill Camping Barn
  • Hostel
  • Thirlmere
  • 7.4/10

Fisher-gill Camping Barn

Comfortable Accommodation: Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere offers a hostel with a terrace, shared kitchen, and carpeted floors. Guests enjoy mountain views, outdoor furniture, and a cosy fireplace. Modern Amenities: The property features a kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, stovetop, toaster, electric kettle, and kitchenware. A shared bathroom includes a shower and free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 11 km from Derwentwater Lake, 26 km from Buttermere and the World of Beatrix Potter, and 33 km from Lake Windermere and Askham Hall. Cat Bells is 17 km away, and Whinlatter Forest Park lies 18 km from the hostel. Activities: Guests can enjoy cycling, hiking, and exploring the surrounding area. Newcastle International Airport is 128 km from the property.

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)
  • Free private parking available on-site

Kids

Children are not allowed.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

Stybeck Farm, Thirlmere, Keswick, Cumbria, Thirlmere, CA12 4TN, United Kingdom, Thirlmere, UK

Facilities

Free parking

Gallery

a room with a table and a bunk bed at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a room with a table and a kitchen with a microwave at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a sign that says kindly remember to bring your own sleeping bags at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a field with some animals grazing in a grassy field at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a stove in a room next to a door at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a stone retaining wall in a garden with flowers at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a garden with pink flowers and a fence at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a stone fence in front of a grassy hill at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere
a stone wall next to a grassy hill at Fisher-gill Camping Barn in Thirlmere

Reviews

Jonathan 9/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Enjoyable short break

Pros: Stunning mountain scenery,comfortable accommodation,enjoyable evenings reading in front of the stove

Linda 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: Location was perfect. Great value and the host was lovely . Will definitely be staying again

Zarajane 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

A cozy little place!

Pros: I stayed here for 5 days to celebrate my 30th. It might not be for everyone, but it was great to spend some time in relative isolation, catching up on my sewing in the living area, and enjoying the views. The host was lovely, and the facilities were also better than expected. I'll definitely be back at some point!

Cons: The address listed on booking.com is for the farm that owns/operates it and not for the barn itself. That fact wasn't explained in the booking, and it took me a good while to realise that it's actually up the next turning on the main road. Also, I'd recommend bringing your own firewood (or cadh) if staying for more than one night and planning on using the heater, as only the first night is supplied free.

Hugh 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: Excellent bunkouse. Has all you need. Nice and cool in the weather. Clean and tidy and Jean the owner was great

Claire 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Best Mini break ever

Pros: The owner, Jean. Could not have been more welcoming and accommodating. She went above and beyond , providing fresh towels, bedding, booklets on places to see. Even stopping for a daily chat . I've never felt more at home than I did at the Camping Barn. I cannot wait to go back again. The views are Stunning too.

Cons: There is not one thing I do not like about this Beautiful , Picturesque place. It's Food for the Soul.

Kaibin 8/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: The location is fantastic for those who wants to go to the waterfall, its just right behind the accommodation. It is also very convenient as bus stop is available outside of the accommodation place.

Cons: The bed is acceptable, but for some people, it may be too soft.

Pablo 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: My favourite place to stay in the Lake District - simple but great location, reachable by bus and has everything you need for a fun weekend!

Anne 9/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: An excellent stay helped by the snow on the hills. Host was very friendly and got the fires going each afternoon which was welcome to return to. You will not be disappointed if you check what the accommodation is- note it is a barn, fires cannot heat it so warm clothing is needed. Very comfy beds and organised with curtains for privacy.

Dexter 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Remember this is a camping barn run by busy farmers, not a luxury hotel! We loved it & will return.

Pros: We were very lucky that Jean (who runs the camping barn) was nearby on-site throughout our stay, and she lit the woodburner for us every afternoon, taking the chill off for our return from walks during the freezing weather we have had during Storm Bert. (Sometimes Jean has to stay at her family's other farm elsewhere, and when that happens you have to fend for yourselves more). The beds were very comfortable, there were quilts and hot water bottles to supplement our sleeping bags, and the kitchen was adequately equipped for us to do basic catering for ourselves throughout our stay. The shower takes either £1 or 5x20ps and gives loads of time. There was also a wall-mounted fan-heater which worked on £1 coins but we didn't use that. There's little to no phone reception. The Stagecoach bus 555 runs past very regularly, so very easy access by public transport.

James 8/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Relaxing and clean good working kitchen

Pros: The room was clean and tidy and the kitchen was very handy to use

Cons: Well everything

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