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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 146 hardstanding pitches of which 38 are serviced. There are also 3 glamping Pods and 6 cabins available to hire. No arrivals before 1.00pm.
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. The site is open all year and has 108 pitches 13 grass 100 hardstanding, of which 9 are serviced all with 16 amp electricity. The entire area is a walker's paradise with its scenic beauty. Literary associations with famous artists are everywhere - from Wordsworth at Dove Cottage in Grasmere to Beatrix Potter at Sawrey. No arrivals before 1.00pm.
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. The site has 205 grass or hardstanding pitches 10 of which are for tents and 13 glamping pods.
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.
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.
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 from the Red Squirrel Hide. The site has 67 hard standing pitches, including 8 serviced pitches, all with electricity, 16amp. Some seasonal pitches.
Suitable for night halts or longer breaks to visit the Lake District or the Yorkshire Dales, Pennine View is a super small park, well managed and well maintained. With a very attractive rockery at the entrance, the whole site is very neat and tidy. Level, numbered pitches with gravel hardstanding are arranged around the perimeter with grass pitches in the centre. The pitches are of a good size (some being especially large) and all are supplied with 16A electricity hook-ups. Pennine View was opened in 1990 and is built on reclaimed land from a former railway goods yard. One end of the park adjoins the River Eden.
Braithwaite Village Camping and Caravanning Club in the heart of the beautiful Lake District is an outstanding site offering facilities to suit all needs and tastes. Located within the Lake District's National Park near the beautiful market town of Keswick, Braithwaite Village is ideally situated between Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite Lake. Braithwaite Village is nestled in the impressive backdrop of the Coledale Horseshoe and enjoys dramatic views towards Skiddaw and the Northern Fells. Whinlatter Forest has superb mountain bike trails, walking and impressive children's adventure playgrounds and Go Ape! high ropes course. The site is located at the foot of the Whinlatter Pass, making Braithwaite Village the perfect base for exploring the northern Lake District. The site has 150 grass or hardstanding pitches.
Ravenglass Camping & Caravanning Club site is just 500 metres from the seafront. There are 70 pitches for touring units (some seasonal) on level hardstanding with 16A electricity connections. A small grass area at the top and back of the park provides an attractive spot for 21 tents (15 with hook-ups), plus 3 wooden camping pods, off a circular gravel road providing access. A central courtyard complex includes completely refurbished amenities. This is a useful site for all sorts of walking – estuary, river or fell – or to explore the Cumbrian coast with its Roman connections, the western Lake District or to enjoy the Ravenglass and Eskdale Miniature Railway, or Muncaster Castle.
Spring Lea Caravan Centre is situated on the Solway Coast in the charming village of Allonby a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. Only 2 minutes’ walk from the sandy beach and an ideal base for Lake District attractions. Allonby, once the home of the Midge fishing fleet, has still retained its character and you can while away a pleasant afternoon wandering down the sea front banks. Like thousands before you, you can enjoy a homemade ice cream from 'Twentymans'. Then as you stroll back towards Spring Lea, you can take in the beautiful sight across the Solway Firth to the Scottish Hills. For sports lovers the action starts on the doorstep as Allonby is well known for Windsurfing and more recently Kite Surfing. Golf courses abound, Silloth being the most well-known, nearby courses at Maryport and Aspatria. The site has 54 touring pitches.
Hawkshead Hall Farm is a picturesque working farm set in 100 acres of unspoilt countryside in the heart of the Lake District. Nestled in the Vale of Esthwaite deep in the heart of Beatrix Potter country lies the village of Hawkshead situated 2 miles west of Lake Windermere and aptly named the prettiest little village in the Lake District. Visitors will find a wonderful mixture of the historic and picturesque; whitewashed walls which contrast against narrow cobbled streets adorned with hanging baskets aglow with a profusion of colour. The site has superb views on all sides of the surrounding area. There are many great walks from the doorstep and an abundance of wildlife deer, foxes, squirrels, swallows, curlews along with some friendly farm animals. Hawkshead Hall Farm offers 55 touring pitches with electric hook up. Pitches are unallocated, clients choose where to pitch on arrival. Booking is advised.
Church Stile Farm Holiday Park is a family-run destination located in the picturesque village of Nether Wasdale. Located within a traditional oak woodland, the site covers roughly 7 acres and offers dramatic views of the Screes mountain range. It is particularly popular with walkers and families looking to explore the "quieter" side of the Lake District, sitting just minutes away from Wastwater (England’s deepest lake) and the base of Scafell Pike. There are large level grass pitches for tents and hardstanding pitches for motorhomes/campervans. Electric hook-ups (16 amp) are available on select pitches.
Windermere Camping & Caravanning Club site provides water-based fun, walking and all the attractions of the lakes which are accessible from this site. It lies between popular Bowness-on-Windermere and the bustling market town of Kendal. Sit back and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the site, with plentiful wildlife and the wonderful views. Windermere site is not only spacious, but also well laid out and boasts many environmentally friendly facilities. Across the fields is the village of Staveley as well as a shop, supermarket, a couple of pubs and the Hawkshead Brewery. There are many walks to enjoy from the village, including Potters Fell and Reston Scar. Bowness-on-Windermere offers plenty of water-based activities including cruises, canoeing and wind surfing, plus attractions such as The World of Beatrix Potter and Aquarium of the Lakes. Take the chain ferry to the western side of the lake and visit the pretty village of Hawkshead and Claife Heights. The site has 215 pitches as well as camping pods, lodges, mobile homes and safari tents to rent.
Owned and operated by the Heath Family, the award-winning Hillcroft Park is set in the beautiful Ullswater Valley and offers year-round holiday accommodation to suit every taste and pocket. Sitting above the pretty lakeside village of Pooley Bridge. With two dedicated camping fields, camping at Hillcroft Park is a lovely choice. Touring field A is set amongst glamping pods, so if some of you are traditional campers but perhaps other family members prefer something more substantial over their heads then this is a good option. Touring field B is a little further into the park but still conveniently placed for the new shower and toilet facilities. Here you will find plenty of space for little ones (and bigger ones!) to run and from certain pitches you can see across to Ullswater and the surrounding fells. The site has 44 hardstanding/grass pitches of which 27 are superpitches which are have generous space aound them and are hardstanding with electric hook-up and water. The site also has glamping pods, luxury lodges and holiday homes plus fully equipped, year-round self-catering cottages.
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.
Stanwix Park is a family run holiday park with absolutely everything anyone could want for a memorable holiday all year round. The park has 111 caravan holiday homes and chalets to rent, together with 212 which are privately owned. These are mostly located around the central complex. In addition at either end of the park, there are 121 fully serviced (10A electricity) pitches for touring units and tents, some on grass, some with hardstanding. A warm welcome awaits in the main reception, with lots of local and tourist information. Motorhomes over eight metres only accepted by prior arrangement.
This small touring park is located in a really beautiful, quiet spot in the northern Lakes area, just 400 yards from Brotherswater. With views up the Dovedale valley, the park has 100 tent pitches in the valley floor, in addition to 24 hardstanding pitches for caravans and motorhomes, all with 10A electricity. Tent pitches are not marked and campers arrange themselves to best enjoy the superb views. The stone-built building, an original barn, near the entrance houses all the facilities. These include the Barn End bar, which serves drinks on Fridays and Saturdays.
Little Acre Holiday Park is an Adult Only site just a 15-minute drive from both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. The touring park is adjacent to the tranquil Lancaster Canal, ideal for dog walking and relaxing. Kendal and Kirkby Lonsdale are both about 7 miles away and accessible by bus. The good food and drink from the pub at the Crooklands Hotel, less than 100m away is always popular. The site is less than 2 miles from junction 36 of the M6 yet located in a calming rural setting, which makes it an ideal stopping off point if you are on a long North to South, South to North trip, or if you are looking for an ideal base to explore the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. The 24 touring pitches are flat and set on hardstanding with 10amp electric hook-up point. Milnthorpe is a ten-minute drive away and has supermarkets and various takeaways. The closest shop is about 0.25 miles away and is easily accessed by walking along the canal towpath, which runs next to the site.
The Ashes is a small, friendly, adults only park in an extremely peaceful setting in the rolling Cumbrian countryside, yet less than three miles from the M6, and only slightly further from Kendal. Thus it is not only a convenient night stop, but also a useful base from which to explore the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. A very tidy park, the central grass area is attractively planted with shrubs and bushes and there is an open vista (with little shade). There are 25 hardstanding gravel pitches, all with 10A electrical connections. These are neatly placed around the perimeter with an oval access road. The whole area slopes gently down from the entrance, with some pitches fairly level and others with a little more slope (levelling system for caravans on all pitches). No tents are accepted other than trailer tents.
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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.
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What 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.