Camping in Cumbria
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Coniston Park Coppice Caravan and Motorhome Culb site is set a stone’s throw away from Coniston Water this site is ideally placed for exploring the Lake District National Park. Imaginatively landscaped, the site is set in 63 acres of beautiful National Trust woodland. With pitches grouped in open glades and easy access to the fun attractions of Coniston Water, the site offers a scenic, peaceful base for an active holiday that will keep the whole family happy. The site accommodates its own mini adventure playground for children and additional activities within the area include cycling, rock climbing, guided pony treks around the fells and much more. The sloping pitches often require the use of levelling ramps & chocks. The village of Coniston is just under 2 miles away and can be reached along the old railway line located behind the nearby Ship Inn. Buses to the tourist honey-pots of Ambleside and Windermere can be caught at the site entrance. In the high season Fish & Chips & Pizza are available on site on selected nights.
Borrowdale Caravan and Motorhome Club site is a delight to the eye with the lovely fells soaring up and wild flowers in bloom everywhere. Located about 5 miles from Keswick and set in National Trust woodland, the site offers numerous walking paths to explore the beautiful northern Lakes area. It doesn't have to be strenuous - forest trails, nature trails, guided walks and farm walks leave you spoilt for choice. There is a convenient bus service that runs from the site. The site has 59 hardstanding pitches all with 16 amp electricity.
Troutbeck Head Caravan and Motorhome Club site in Penrith is set in classically beautiful North Lakeland countryside, and is conveniently only 4 miles from the restaurants and shops of Ullswater. A fabulous getaway for nature lovers and walkers, the site nestles in a picturesque valley alongside a babbling brook.The site provides easy access to numerous lakes, mountains, valleys & rivers, whilst pretty villages, country pubs and farm shops are plentiful, making Troutbeck the ideal destination for exploring and relaxing in the Cumbrian countryside.The site has 158 grass/hardstanding pitches.
Englethwaite Hall Caravan and Motorhome Club site is a tranquil oasis scattered with rhododendrons from the garden of the former Old Hall. Located in the Eden Valley of Carlisle, the site is set against a backdrop of the lovely High Stand Forest. Recent reports show that the number of red squirrels in the area has increased, so you may be lucky to see some during your visit. The site has 68 hard standing pitches, including 6 serviced pitches, all with electricity, 16amp. Some seasonal pitches.
Peaceful Meathop Fell Caravan and Motorhome Club site, just outside pretty Grange-over-Sands, is thoughtfully laid out with separate pitching areas attractively divided by shrubs and grass. The site is an ideal base to launch your exploration of North Lancashire and the beautiful Southern Lake District. Brockhole, the National Park Visitor Centre, is a good place to start your exploration as it holds an enormous collection of information, books and audio/visual material about the Lakes under one roof.
Located just south of Kendal near to Sizergh Castle this Kendal Caravan and Motorhome Club site is ideally located for the Lake District National Park and Yorkshire Dales. The site is situated within a National Trust woodland and the River Kent runs through the site. Fishing is permitted if you have the appropriate licence. There is a slope on many of the pitches so levellers & chocks are highly recommended. A 10 minute walk takes you to the Strickland Arms which serves good food or the nearby market town of Kendal (famous for mint cake) is a short drive away. Ideal as a stopover on the way to Scotland or for a longer stay to explore the local area. The site has 138 hardstanding pitches, 9 of which are serviced and all have 16 amp electricity.
Skelwith Fold has been developed on the extensive grounds of a country estate, taking advantage of the wealth of mature trees and shrubs. Over 300 privately owned caravan holiday homes and 97 touring pitches are absorbed into this unspoilt natural environment, sharing it with red squirrels and other wildlife in several discrete areas branching off the central, mile-long main driveway. Touring pitches (no tents) are on gravel hardstanding, and metal pegs will be necessary for awnings. Electricity hook-ups (10-16A) and basic amenities are available in all areas.
Keswick Camping & Caravanning club site, on the shores of Derwentwater, is hard to beat as a base to explore the Lake District with stunning views extending over the lake to the hills beyond. Whether you are a stroller, a rambler, a high-level walker or prefer to see the sights by bike, you can take your pick from numerous lake and hillside tracks easily accessible from the site. Keswick town is within walking distance for provisions, outdoor gear, eating and drinking, plus has a farmers' market on Thursdays and Saturdays. With Derwentwater so close at hand there are plenty of water-based activities, including canoeing and kayaking. The site has 250 grass or hardstanding pitches, most with electric hook-up. The inclusion of a washing up area, a laundry and a new backpacker room is particularly useful for those arriving on foot or by bike. Glamping pods available to hire.
Derwentwater Camping & Caravanning Club site located between Skiddaw and Derwentwater in the North of the Lake District, is also close to the market town of Keswick. It is easy to see why Keswick is the major centre for tourism in the region with its many varied shops, restaurants and museums, not to mention the lure of water and the hills. The National Trust’s Crow Park and Hope Park are close to the site, the latter offers crazy golf and a putting course. The site has 55 hardstanding pitches, some serviced. The site also has 9 safari tents available for hire.
Wallace Lane Farm is a 23-acre site with spectacular views. Ideal for families and campers with pets. The fully licenced site offers a range of facilities for tents, caravans, motorhomes and trailer tents with 18 hardstanding pitches, 14 fully serviced with electricity, water and waste and 4 have electric-only with water available nearby. There are five large grass pitches for small to large tents, all with a 10amp electric supply and water (some seasonal). The site also has ten lodges, yurts & cabins for hire.
Troutbeck Caravan Park is within easy reach of Keswick and Derwentwater and with impressive views of the surrounding fells, Troutbeck is open to members and non-members alike and is a great base from which to explore the northern Lakes. There are 54 pitches, most have 16A electricity connections and 4 pitches have TV hook-ups. A shallow river runs close to the touring area (steep drop). Blencathra and Sharp Edge are both within easy reach of the campsite. The Coast2Coast cycle way passes by the campsite. Another popular mountain bike route is the Old Coach Road from which in places there are splendid views of Blencathra and Skiddaw.
Lakeland Leisure Park, part of the Haven group, is situated on the southern edge of the Lake District, close to Morecambe Bay. It is a large site with many facilities aimed primarily at families. The majority of pitches here are taken by mobile homes, but there is an area with 185 level grass pitches for touring units. The heated sanitary block has been refurbished and extended and the other facilities at the park, which include a pool and a huge range of sporting activities, are first class.
Camping at Cardeelees is on a small, working farm with stunning views of the fells. It is open all year. Dog and family friendly, it is family run and nice and close to historic Carlisle for fun day trips. The Lake District is in striking distance and be sure to bring some marshmallows for toasting over the campfire back at base. The site has been in the Glaister family for over 100 years, and they really enjoy sharing their home with guests and can often be found pottering around the site chatting to campers. There are no predetermined pitches, but it's all about giving visitors the freedom to choose. In total you will find 5 fully serviced caravan bays and 10 electric pitches suitable for tents, caravans and motorhomes. The site also has 3 glamping pods available to hire.
The Quiet Site is a secluded, family run park operating as a carbon neutral company. It is situated on a hillside in the Lake District National Park, with views over the fells, just 1.5 miles from Lake Ullswater. There are 100 unmarked touring pitches, most with hardstanding and all with electricity. They have been terraced to provide level surfaces. The camping area is undulating. In a separate part of the park screened by mature trees, there are 23 privately owned caravan holiday homes. There are two cottages to rent and recent additions are 14 timber built camping pods, pre-erected bell tents and a ‘Hobbit Hole’.
Located within the Lake District National Park, Ullswater Holiday Park is centrally situated for touring this glorious area's many attractions. It has 185 pitches, 58 for touring units, and the remainder used for holiday homes. All have 10A electricity, 50 also have water and drainage. Some are situated very close to the bar and are also overlooked by mobile homes with little privacy. At the far end of the park, other pitches are in a more wooded area. In between is a large grassy space for tents. Four pods have been added. There are occasional glimpses of the lake through the trees. Attractive, self-catering holiday cottages in traditional Lakeland stone are available to rent.
Eskdale Campsite is operated by the National Trust and is very well located for exploring the region, with good access to many superb footpaths. The site is understandably popular with hikers and is dedicated to tent campers with two large, flat grassy fields of 110 pitches (54 with 16A electricity). 10 camping pods are also available to hire, as well as a camping barn which can accommodate one group of up to eight people. There is a well-stocked shop on site and the village of Boot is nearby. The Ravenglass and Eskdale railway runs 500 metres from the site and is one of the region’s premier attractions.
This beautiful park is situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park and is well managed and maintained by the welcoming staff. The 60 touring pitches are open and unshaded, on gravel hardstanding with 10A electricity, water and drainage. There are some seasonal units and three mobile homes, pods and a shepherds hut available for hire. Tucked away in a valley are privately owned mobile homes. Two areas have been set aside for 80 tent pitches, 25 of which have 6A electricity hook-ups (steel pegs required). There is no automatic barrier, but the gates are closed to both campers and caravanners 23.00-07.30, with a warden on site for emergencies.
Moordale Park Caravan Park is situated on the Solway Coast at the edge of the village Blitterlees, which is on the outskirts of the Victorian seaside town of Silloth. Silloth Golf Course is situated alongside the park. Surrounding the park is open countryside in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is ideal for walking and cycling, with numerous picturesque villages.
Low Sizergh Farm Caravan and Camping site is on the southern edge of the Lake District National Park, set on an organic dairy farm, also home to Low Sizergh Barn farm shop and café. The site combines farmed and natural landscapes and sits between two National Parks. Nature reserves, woodlands, areas of outstanding natural beauty and special scientific interest surround it.
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Cumbria and the Lake District
With spectacular lakes, undulating fells, impressive mountains and lush green valleys, Cumbria is ideal for those who wish to get away from it all and unwind in peaceful, natural surroundings, or for the more active who want to participate in a range of outdoor pursuits.
Best Things To Do While Camping in The Lake District
Ben Tully | 29 Jan 2020 | Read time: 5m 12s
The Lake District is undeniably one of the most picturesque locations in all of the United Kingdom, and perhaps even all of Europe.
Read MoreWhat to see in Cumbria
Cumbria is best known for the beautiful Lake District National Park, with the picturesque valleys and lakes of Windermere, Ullswater and Derwentwater, each with its own distinctive character. Windermereoffers no shortage of watersports, whereas Ullswater mainly attracts peaceful sailing boats.
While the Lake District is well known, there are also many quiet, undiscovered areas in the region, including the wild, rugged moors of the north Pennines and the beautiful Eden Valley, an ideal place for a casual stroll along the riverside footpaths. The Western Lakes and Fells offer more tranquillity. Here the fells drop down to a long and spectacular coastline, with many undiscovered, quiet corners from Ennerdale and Esdale to the sandstone cliffs of St Bees Head, now part of a designated Heritage Coast.
The Lake District Peninsulas along the southern coast of Cumbria also display beautiful scenery and are home to a cluster of ancient ruins, such as Furness Abbey and the medieval castle built by monks on Piel Island. Rich in heritage, the historic city of Carlisle, which was sited on the Roman-built Hadrian’s wall, boasts an impressive castle, Cumbria’s only cathedral, a superb Victorian covered market and an array of speciality shops.
Places of interest
Places of interest
- Barrow-in-Furness: South Lakes Wild Animal Park; Dalton Castle; Furness Abbey; Piel Island; indoor market.
- Carlisle: Citadel and old courts; Tullie House museum and art gallery; cathedral.
- Ravenglass: Muncaster Castle with gardens and owl centre; Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway;
- Ulverston: the world’s only Laurel and Hardy museum.
- Kendal: historic riverside town famous for its mint cake and castle ruins; Abbot Hall Art Gallery; Sizergh Castle.
- Ambleside: Beatrix Potter museum; 17th century Bridge House built over the river.
- Windermere: Blackwell Arts & Crafts House; World of Beatrix Potter; Grizedale Forest.
- Grasmere: Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum; Helm Crag; Gingerbread shop.
Did you know?
Did you know?
- Cumbria has the steepest road in England, called Hardknott Pass.
- The Lake District was the inspiration for many poets, writers and artists, including William Wordsworth, Beatrix Potter and John Ruskin.
- Windermere is Britain’s largest natural lake at 10.5 miles long.
- Bassenthwaite is the only real lake in the Lake District! All the others are either meres (Windermere) or waters (Derwentwater, Coniston Water and Ullswater).
- Stretching 73 miles, Hadrian’s Wall was built by Romans in the second century.
- Kendal’s famous mint cake is popular with walkers and was taken on the Transarctic Expedition of 1914-1917.