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  • The Real Lake District

  • Nestled between the lake, the forest and a big old hill looming above the village. Bank Ground Farm is the perfect base from which to enjoy a relaxing holiday, a romantic getaway, or a celebration with your favourite gang!
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  • Gorgeous views from our lake shore

  • Watch the sunset behind Coniston Old Man whilst you plan your next adventure, we have oodles to offer right here from the farm from hiking, biking, swimming, paddle boarding, canoeing, rowing to clay pigeon shooting and archery. It is no wonder why the Lakes has been named the Adventure Capital of England
Adventure time

  • A working farm

  • Our mission was to produce sustainably & ethically farmed exceptional quality grass fed meats for our family, friends and our guests to enjoy. After 12 years of hard work we are now able to produce slightly more than we can consume on the farm so we are able to offer our lovely meat to a wider circle however we are not a large farm so it is only available on a first come first served basis, please check our online farm shop.
The Farm

  • Accommodation

  • The farmhouse has six en-suite bedrooms and offers bed & breakfast accommodation. The traditional farm buildings have been converted into cottages of different sizes, sleeping two to sixteen. They make an ideal base for a romantic getaway, a gathering with the gang or a family break.
Sleep

  • Delicious meals

  • Let our fab chefs prepare you lovely meals, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. You can get on with reading that book you've been meaning to read or having a dip in the lake!
Eat

  • Swallows and Amazons

  • Arthur Ransome chose the farm as the setting for Swallows and Amazons. The original movie was filmed here in the 70s. Now it's you're time to retrace the childrens steps and start your adventure...
Ben Fogle Interview

The Real Lake District

Nestled between the lake, the forest and a big old hill looming above the village. Bank Ground Farm is the perfect base from which to enjoy a relaxing holiday, a romantic getaway, or a celebration with your favourite gang! BOOK NOW

Gorgeous views from our lake shore

Watch the sunset behind Coniston Old Man whilst you plan your next adventure, we have oodles to offer right here from the farm from hiking, biking, swimming, paddle boarding, canoeing, rowing to clay pigeon shooting and archery. It is no wonder why the Lakes has been named the Adventure Capital of England Adventure time

A working farm

Our mission was to produce sustainably & ethically farmed exceptional quality grass fed meats for our family, friends and our guests to enjoy. After 12 years of hard work we are now able to produce slightly more than we can consume on the farm so we are able to offer our lovely meat to a wider circle however we are not a large farm so it is only available on a first come first served basis, please check our online farm shop. The Farm

Accommodation

The farmhouse has six en-suite bedrooms and offers bed & breakfast accommodation. The traditional farm buildings have been converted into cottages of different sizes, sleeping two to sixteen. They make an ideal base for a romantic getaway, a gathering with the gang or a family break. Sleep

Delicious meals

Let our fab chefs prepare you lovely meals, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. You can get on with reading that book you've been meaning to read or having a dip in the lake! Eat

Swallows and Amazons

Arthur Ransome chose the farm as the setting for Swallows and Amazons. The original movie was filmed here in the 70s. Now it's you're time to retrace the childrens steps and start your adventure... Ben Fogle Interview

Ditch the car and relax!

Jonathon and Shayla Batty run Bank Ground Farm, a low impact and sustainable, working farm off the beaten track in the Lake District. Nestled between Coniston Water (lake) and Grizedale Forest, with Coniston Old Man (mountain) looming above the village.

Bank Ground Farm is the perfect location to holiday in Coniston; with the lake, challenging hikes, gentle walks and mountain bike paths literally on your doorstep. You can truly arrive and disconnect, eat in the cafe, dine in the restaurant and shop in the farm shop - the ultimate car free holiday! 

Charge your electric car whilst you relax with one of our 7KW type 2 EV chargers onsite for guests and patrons to use.

Jonathon and Shayla Batty, Coniston Old Man and Coniston Water in the background with beautiful quintessential Lake District views including a sailing boat

Cafe & Restaurant

Self catering cottages

Bed & Breakfast

Adventures & Fun

Our farm crew

Aberdeen Angus beef

We have selected traditional Aberdeen Angus with incredible flavour. In comparison with modern breeds, they have less meat on them but less is more right? Especially if it tastes this good!

Beef meat boxes

Alpacas

Our castrated male alpacas form part of the Jacob sheep flock and protect our lambs from predators such as foxes, crows and birds of prey. Our alpacas made it to the local press and national news thanks to solving our foxy issues.

Famous Alpacas

Jacob lamb

Jacob lamb are a traditional breed, chosen for their sensational flavour they are a luxury, the Rolls Royce of lamb. Plus they are super cute!

Lamb meat boxes

Recipes

The best recipes use good quality ingredients simply put together to create distinct delicious flavours that work well together. Our head chef has collated his recommendations for each of our cuts, including paleo and gluten free options.

Recipes

Reviews

I've been visiting Bank Ground for years and their lamb is to die for, the bar is set high bearing in mind I'm a New Zealander married to a Spaniard!

Deborah B., London

Compared to the poor overpriced food we normally experience in the lakes this is a breath of fresh air... meat raised on the farm and every thing we tried was fantastic quality.

The great veggie choice was surprising and the welcome was wonderful. After 10 years of coming to the lakes we have a new favourite. Well done, you have a fabulous place!

Don’t expect flash, expect quality, authenticity and friendly and don’t tell everyone§

Taken from Tripadvisor

Great service, prompt delivery. Beef joint was delicious - a taste of Cumbria - restaurant quality meat from a family run business

Jane P., Bath

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