A Grade II listed working farm near Bassenthwaite Lake in the Lake District, offering farmhouse, B&B rooms, glamping huts and campervan pitches on 300 acres.
At a glance
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Highside Farm sits at the foot of the northern fells near Bassenthwaite, between Keswick and Cockermouth, with 300 acres of working farmland behind it and views stretching across Bassenthwaite Lake. The farm dates to 1668 and is Grade II listed, though centuries of history sit alongside a working farm that's still very much in use today.
Accommodation comes in several forms: the restored farmhouse for larger groups, characterful bed and breakfast rooms, cosy wooden glamping huts, or a simple pitch for campervans. Each option shares the same setting, with trail access right from the farm gate, mountain views, a fireplace to retreat to, and a quiet, secluded stretch of waterfront nearby. It suits couples after a quiet break, families gathering across generations, or larger groups taking over the farm for a celebration.
Days are built around the surrounding fells, lakes and market towns, with walking routes starting close by and Keswick and Cockermouth both within easy reach. Evenings are for watching the light change over the hills from wherever you're staying. The farm also hosts weddings on an exclusive-use basis, with ceremonies held outdoors and receptions moving into the farm's older agricultural buildings.
For dates, rates and which accommodation type suits a stay, contact Highside Farm directly by phone or through its website.
Good to know
- How do I book a stay at Highside Farm?
- Contact the farm directly by phone on 07481 461268 or through its website, www.highside.co.uk, to check availability and rates.
- What types of accommodation are available?
- Highside Farm offers a restored farmhouse, bed and breakfast rooms, wooden glamping huts, and a pitch for campervans.
- Is the farm suitable for groups and families?
- Yes, the farm caters to couples, families and larger groups, including full exclusive-use bookings for weddings.
- Where exactly is Highside Farm located?
- It's in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, in the Lake District, positioned between Keswick and Cockermouth at the foot of the northern fells.
- Is there a minimum stay or set price?
- Pricing and minimum stay length aren't listed here, so these details should be confirmed directly with the farm.
Details checked November 3, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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