Eskdale Campsite

Pitches

100 camping pitches, 10 camping pods (sleeping 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children) and a camping barn (sleeps up to 8).

Who's In

Tents, trailer-tents, small motorhomes, campervans, groups (please call before booking), and dogs – yes. Caravans ­­­– no.

Facilities

Shower/toilet block, laundry room, inside and outside dishwashing areas, pay phone, and drying room. Fully stocked shop selling local produce, ales, camping equipment, and daily essentials. 14ft enclosed trampoline, swings, and a woodland adventure play area.

Nearby

The list of things to see and do in the Lake District is endless, so here are a couple suggestions that are close to Eskdale. The Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway (01229 717171) is a wonderfully nostalgic way to take in the spectacular scenery. The small, scenic village of Boot is just a few minutes walk away. After crossing the 17th century packhorse bridge, visit one of the very few remaining two-wheel water mills at The Eskdale Mill (019467 23335.) Take the “Millers Tour” and learn about Cumbrian life, its industry and its people. The secluded Japanese Garden at Eskdale Green is one of the jewels in Cumbria’s horticultural crown. Following years of neglect, the garden has been lovingly restored and now displays some vibrant Japanese maples, thickets of bamboo and dainty little bridges. The forest is open to the public and makes a great little walk. For outdoor adventure activities contact West Lakes Adventure, less than a mile away.

Food & Drink

Eskdale has a good choice of places to eat, with plenty of friendly pubs, restaurants and cosy tea rooms all close-by. The Woolpack Inn (01946 723230) is a charming, traditional Cumbrian pub with a contemporary twist. The downstairs dining room has been transformed into a sleek, new eaterie serving gourmet wood-fired pizzas. The recently refurbished Boot Inn (019467 23711) has a varied selection of local cuisine that gives diners a real taste of Cumbria. Fill up on the generously sized “Great British Sunday Lunch” which serves prime cuts of local meat with all the trimmings. Only a short stroll away is the family run, Brook House Inn (019467 23288.) Voted West Cumbria’s pub of the year, this traditional tavern serves fine British food and a wide range of local ales. Onsite catering options are also available.

Open

All year (except February).

The Damage

Adult standard camping - £10.40, High Season £13.40 Children standard - £5.20, High Season £6.70. Under-3s free. Electric hook-up £4.95. Camping Pod £46per night. Camping Barn £160 per night.

Getting There

From the south - exit M6 at Junction 36 and follow signs to Lakes/Windermere. Take first exit off duel carriage way follow the A590, A5092, and A595 towards Boot. From the north - leave the M6 at Carlisle and follow signs for Cockermouth, then Egremont on the A595. Turn left at Gosforth.Then take the second right to Eskdale Green. Stay on this road until the King George IV pub, before turning left towards Boot.

Public Transport

There is no public transport in the Eskdale Valley. The West Coast mainline runs train services from Ravenglass to Oxenholme the Lake District and Carlisle. Connection to this service can be made using the La'al Ratty Ravenglass and Eskdale railway (500m from the campsite).

Facilities

• Dogs welcome
• Laundry
• Campervans permitted
• Groups welcome
• Good for kids
• Disabled Facilities
• Wifi
• Electrical hook-ups
• Children’s playground
• Showers

Looking For...

• Nice Views from Site
• Waterside Campsite
• Remote location
• Short walk to pub
• Romantic retreat
• Forests nearby
• Mountains nearby
• Good walks nearby
• Bicycle routes nearby

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