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Winter Breaks in the Lake District: Staycations in Hostels, Bunkhouse and Camping Barns

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With all areas in high alert tiers now it looks like its not possible to go away for a while. Check back to this page when it is possible once again to get a breath of fresh air with a Winter holiday. The hostels and bunkhouses listed below are all taking bookings for Winter 2020, subject to local restrictions. Enquire direct with the accommodation to find out more. In some amazing locations and offering great value for money, you need look no further for an autumn staycation in the Lake District.

Independent hostels, bunkhouses and camping barns are found in the most popular areas as well as tucked away in quiet, undiscovered spots.  In the current staycation climate they make perfect places to stay.  Somewhere warm and cosy for you and your family to base yourself for a night, a weekend break or a longer holiday this Winter.


Winter Staycations in the Lake District

  • The Wild Wool Barn

    Routen Farm Cot, Ennerdale, CA23 3AU
    wild wool barn with good to go logo

    The Wild Wool Barn in Ennerdale is Good to Go, with availability this Winter

    This comfy 6 person camping barn has achieved the Visit England award for implementing the Governments Covid safety measures. So you can be sure of a safe stay in this idyllic part of the Lake District.
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  • Rookhow Bunkbarn

    Rookhow, Rusland, nr Grizedale, Ulverston, South Lakeland, Cumbria LA12 8LA

    Rookhow is open for general bookings this Winter

    We're open! Rookhow is in Tier 2 so people from one household/ bubble are welcome to stay in line with governmental guidelines. We are taking provisional bookings with 100% refund for Covid cancellations.
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  • Cragg Camping Barn

    Cragg House Farm, Buttermere, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9XA

    Beautiful Buttermere in Autumn

    Here at Cragg Barn in Buttermere we are open all year round so we're a budget-friendly option for families looking for an autumn/winter break.
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  • Lonscale Hostel FSC Blencathra

    FSC Blencathra, Blease Road, Threlkeld, Keswick, Cumbria. CA12 4SG
    Lonscale hostel at Blencathra Field Studies Centre

    Lonscale Hostel has re-opened

    On the slopes of Skiddaw Mountain by the Blencathra Centre. The bunkhouse is available for sole use bookings and when there is availability we are also taking B&B bookings via booking.com
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  • Shepherds Crook Bunkhouse

    Noran Bank Farm, Patterdale, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0NR
    Shepherds Crook Bunkhouse at Norran Bank Farm in Patterdale

    Shepherd’s Crook Bunk House is open for weekends only this Autumn, B&B closed until March 2021

    Limited availability, book early to avoid disappointment. Looking forward to welcoming new and old customers 😊. Contact Heather at heathernoranbank@gmail.com to book
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  • High Wallabarrow Camping Barn

    High Wallabarrow, Ulpha, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6EA
    High Wallabarrow is a traditional hill farm in the Duddon Valley, the Lake District’s quiet corner. The well equipped camping barn, an old farmhouse, sleeps 10 upstairs. Downstairs there’s a large living area with woodburning stove and fully equipped kitchen. Mattresses provided BYO sleeping bags/pillows. Toilet just outside and shower nearby. 15 mins’ walk to pub, 10 mins to climbing crag. Not suitable for rowdy groups.
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  • Rydal Hall Bunkhouse

    Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LX

    We are delighted to welcome you back at Rydal Hall in the Lake District

    We are open now until Sunday 13th December then back open again on the 21st December until the 27 December 2020 and open again from the 16 January all the way through the end of the year. You can book online or you can ring us on 015394 32050.
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  • Great Langdale Bunkhouse

    Great Langdale Bunkhouse, Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JU

    Great Langdale Bunkhouse in the Lake District is open and welcoming guests

    Set amidst some of the finest mountain scenery in England. The bunkhouse has twin rooms and private rooms of up to six beds with contactless entry using key codes. Next to the Sticklebarn Inn and close to the New Dungeon Ghyll.
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  • The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse

    The White Horse Inn, Scales, Nr Threlkeld, Keswick, CA12 4SY
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    The White Horse Inn and Bunkhouse, by Blencathra in the Lakes, is open.

    The Mawdsley family and staff look forward to welcoming you back to The White Horse Inn here in Scales! Stay in our bunkrooms in the converted stables of this traditional Lake District inn at the foot of Blencathra. Guests are welcome in the Inn which has great pub food, open fires Paths to the mountains from the garden & the C2C route passes the door.
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  • New Ing Lodge

    New Ing Lodge, Main Street, Shap, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 3LX

    New Ing Lodge open for Winter Staycations

    New Ing Lodge in Shap, Cumbria will is welcoming guests this Winter on B&B and exclusive use basis inline with the latest COVID regulations.
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  • Denton House

    Penrith Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4JW

    Denton House in the Lake District town of Keswick is Open for Winter Staycations

    We have re-opened our hostel with private bunk rooms only (maximum of 2 households) and changes to our pricing. We have been working extremely hard to adapt and prepare the hostel to offer a safe and secure environment. We kindly ask you to book before arrival. New office hours 9am–5pm, 7 days a week. Looking forward to seeing you all soon, almost as much as we hope you're looking forward to soaking up the wonderful Lake District
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  • Kirkby Stephen Hostel

    Market Street, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4QQ
    Bed room at Kirkby Stephen Hostel

    Escape your every day this Winter. Bring your family and your dog to Kirkby Stephen Hostel.

    Stay in this unique converted chapel. It's great value accommodation in the heart of the market town of Kirkby Stephen in Tier 2. You'll find cafes, take-aways, shops, restaurants all around you. The area is surrounded by great walking and cycling. Perfect for a Winter Break.
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  • Fisher Gill Camping Barn

    Stybeck Farm, Thirlmere, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4TN

    Fisher Gill Camping Barn in the Lake District is open.

    Numbers have been restricted to five to allow space for social distancing. But how nice would it be to have the place to yourself... Unwind in one of the most atmospheric spots in the UK
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  • Kendal Hostel

    118-120 Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Winter in the Lake District staying at a Grade 11 listed town house in Kendal

    Kendal Hostel is based in an historical market town next door to the recently opened Brewery Arts Centre with both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales on its door step. Log fire, bike store,
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  • Greengill Barn

    Greengill Barn, Strickland Road, Morland, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 3AX

    Greengill Barn on the edge of Cumbria’s rolling Eden Valley is OPEN for December 2020

    Greengill bunk barn has availability in December but will be closed from new year to the end of March 2021. Please be assured that we are doing all we can to protect our visitors from Covid. The Bunk Barn is operating as normal with a minimum booking period of 3 nights.
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  • Holme Wood Bothy

    Watergate Farm, Loweswater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RU

    Holme Wood Bothy is open in line with the latest Government Guidelines.

    If you feel the need for a mini-adventure this winter, escape to Holme Wood Bothy on the shores of Loweswater in the Lakes District. Government COVID guidelines will apply.
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  • Lake District Backpackers

    High Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AF

    Lake District Backpackers getting a new look under new ownership.

    This superbly located hostel, right at the heart if Windermere, has an enthusiastic new owner who is working hard in December and January to create a bright new decor to welcome you all back in 2021.
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  • Caldbeck Glamping Barns

    Caldbeck, Lake District, Cumbria, CA7 8EA
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    New glamping barns opening onto a world of wonderful lakeland walks

    Caldbeck Glamping Barns offer a variety of small self-contained units right next to the Cumbria Way and close to many other routes.
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  • Wayfarers Independent Hostel

    19 Brunswick Square, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7LR
    were good to go logo over photo of the lake district

    We’re good to go! and Open for autumn staycations in 2020.

    What is most important is the safety of our guests and we will be adhering to the current guidelines regarding Covid-19, approved by the Visit Britain industry standard badge.
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  • Witherslack Cycle Barn

    Beck Head Farm, Beck Head, Witherslack, Grange Over Sands. Cumbria, LA11 6SH
    witherslack cycle barn
    Located between Grange Over Sands and Kendal on the northern shore of Morecambe Bay. The bunkhouse is within the beautiful Whitbarrow Nature Reserve in the southern Lake District. Built for cyclists and walkers with drying room, laundry, communal kitchen, diner, lounges, secure cycle storage, workshop and bike wash. Perfect for groups, families and individuals. Just 500m from the Morecambe ‘Bay Cycle Way’, the Lakes & Dales Loop and NCN 700 & 70 E-bike hire is available on site.
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  • Elterwater Hostel

    Elterwater, Ambleside LA22 9HX

    You can still visit The Lakes and stay at Elterwater Hostel in Winter 2020

    The hostel is open for individual bookings for weekends in January and February. Staying closed for December other than Christmas. Very much looking forward to welcoming everbody back for all dates in spring.
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  • Bassenthwaite Parish Room

    School Road, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CA12 4QJ

    Winter availability at Bassenthwaite Parish Room near Keswick

    Great value self catering accommodation t the base of Skiddaw Mountain in the Lake District. Available for 6 people from 2 households, or more then 6 people if they are from the same household.
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  • Howgills Barn

    Castlehaw Farm, Castlehaw Lane, Sedbergh, Cumbria LA10 5BA
    Howgills Barn offers a beautifully renovated self-catering barn in Sedbergh Yorkshire. Breathtaking views, plenty to see and do on the doorstep & set in a private location where the children can enjoy some freedom. A five minute walk into Sedbergh to nearby pubs, cafés and restaurants. Dogs welcome too. Hot tub available. Five stars on Trip Advisor from over 100 reviews gives a flavour of the quality of the accommodation.
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