Estuary View Escapes

View prices & book 9.8 111 reviews
A van with a view 😍
Black combe
Drone view of the quay
Mains fresh water

  • Small motorhome site with uninterrupted views over the Duddon Estuary
  • A 15-minute drive from Black Combe; 35 minutes from Coniston Water
  • A mile from Millom's town centre, shops and railway station
Sitting on the shores of the pretty Duddon Estuary, Estuary View Escapes is a simple but scenic motorhome site that's low in frills but big on views. Located at the old shipping quay known as Millom Pier and surrounded by Cumbrian countryside, the site has far-ranging vistas over ever-changing sands and tides, while turning around opens up views over the hills and fells of the southern Lake District. This laidback site has just a small number of hardstanding pitches for touring vehicles and welcomes couples, families and well-behaved dogs. Barbecues are allowed here, and there are picnic tables down near the water's edge where you can tuck into a scenic meal in the evening. There are few facilities at this small-scale space, but there is a handy chemical disposal point for guests to use. A mile away from site, Millom town centre has a good range of restaurants, food shops, takeaways and bars. Handily, there's also a railway station if you fancy exploring this part of the Cumbrian coastline by train. The nearest pub, The Devonshire, can be reached from base in about 10 to 15 minutes on foot.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

99%

would recommend this site to a friend

99%

would stay here again

  • 89%
    10
  • 0%
    9
  • 9%
    8
  • 0%
    7
  • 0%
    6
  • 0%
    5
  • 0%
    4
  • 0%
    3
  • 0%
    2
  • 0%
    1

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Beautiful views great beach for walks or dog walks very peaceful basic…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Stuart D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Beautiful views great beach for walks or dog walks very peaceful basic amenities but very clean and back to nature!! I would definitely visit again the owners were very friendly and welcoming

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice beach and countryside walks straight from pitch.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Sandra M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: What a little spot! Ideal for walkers and a nice stroll into local pubs/restaurants.
Poshest portaloos in the country!
Fantastic view from motorhome window.
Lovely owner Louise ensured everything was explained prior to and on arrival.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect getaway from it all base

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Brian W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Location, ideal for bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and probably sea anglers. Peace and Quiet. Louise directed us to the site and explained everything to us, level pitch, picnic table for each pitch, solar lights. Price. Pub nearby

Disliked: No electric or showers which may not suit everyone, but information from Louise is clear.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for your review.. it does state on booking site that there is no showers or electric hook up
Thanks Louise

great stay if you want nature and no tourism.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: The kindness of the owner. The walks and the sulence

Disliked: noting

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks very much

Quiet clean site. Facilities simple but adequate. Will stay again.

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Peace and quiet, views over towards lake district mountains and across the estuary.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you

Amazing Views. Plenty of Space. Nice clean toilets. Peaceful. Nice walks by the beach.…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Mathew I. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Amazing Views.
Plenty of Space.
Nice clean toilets.
Peaceful.
Nice walks by the beach.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Great thanks

Excellent site, amenable and helpful staff.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Ian C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Cleanliness, solitude, friendly staff.

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Great Thanks 👍

Quite little site ideal for a relaxing break. awsome owner

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Stuart H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Very peaceful very picturesque well run basic site

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: brilliant thanks 👍

Lovely warm welcome from Louise when we arrived. Great location with views…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Emily T. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Lovely warm welcome from Louise when we arrived. Great location with views of the estuary and surrounding fells. Plenty of space, flat pitches with toilet disposal and water/ toilet facilities.
Lots of nice walks from the campsite and had a fantastic roast dinner at the ski bar. Looking forward to going back soon.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Great thanks 👍

Great place to camp as a base for countless pursuits and locations

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Geoff H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: What we liked!? The cheery welcome from Louise, despite it being late afternoon on New Year's Day. The peaceful tranquility of the location, though within walking reach of the host town Millom for supplies.The access to seemingly endless beach and shoreline walks with wildlife viewing. The base to launch from, to access the South Lakeland Fells - we were fortunate to receive a beautiful day on the 2nd, which allowed tremendous views over the Dutton Estuary and of the stunning fell ranges. The cleanliness of the site and provided amenities, plus the unquestioned helpfulness of Lea, who helped start our vehicle - many thanks

Disliked: Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Perfect thanks


Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Estuary View Escapes

The Coach House

Borwick Rails

Millom

Cumbria

England

LA18 4JU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.20654°N
-3.24913°W

Nearest transport

Coach
18 mi Bus Station
18 mi Bus Station
18.4 mi Tourist Information Centre
Rail
0.9 mi Millom Rail Station
2.2 mi Askam Rail Station
2.6 mi Green Road Rail Station
Ferry
9.1 mi Lake Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing
9.4 mi Water Park (Coniston) Ferry Landing
9.7 mi Roa Island Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The surrounding area has lots to keep visitors to this part of the world entertained, from peaceful pursuits like walking and birdwatching to more energetic activities like sailing, paddling and other watersports. Starting locally, you might like to visit Millom's beach, sea wall and interesting lighthouse, all of which are about a mile away from base – and if you like fishing, you can also cast your line straight from the quay. For a change of scene, there's another pleasant beach at Silecroft (15 minutes' drive). Drive for a quarter of an hour inland and you'll reach the Black Combe trailhead, the start of a two-hour walk up one of Cumbria's most impressive mountains. On a sunny day, you can take in 360-degree views from the summit, with vistas that can stretch all the way to the Isle of Man and the Mull of Galloway over the water in Scotland. Estuary View Escapes is well within reach of other Lakeland favourites, including Coniston Water (35 minutes) for watersports and boating as well as the steam heritage line operated by the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway (30 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Haverigg 2 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Silecroft 4.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Walney West Shore 6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Walney Sandy Gap 7.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Walney Biggar Bank 7.7 mi Sea GoodN/AN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

South Lakes Wild Animal Park 4.1 mi

Holker Hall and Gardens 10.8 mi

Lakeland Motor Museum 11.1 mi

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 12.2 mi

Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside 12.7 mi

National Trust

Dalton Castle 4.4 mi

Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 11.9 mi

Fell Foot Park 12.9 mi

Gondola' 13.1 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 14.1 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

HODBARROW (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 06/05/1986) 1 mi

Ulverston - Urswick - Bardsea 6.3 mi

Ulverston Sands and Birkrigg Common 7.9 mi

The Beacon and Blawith Fell 9.1 mi

Bigland Tarn and Bigland Barrow 10.2 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Estuary View Escapes have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Estuary View Escapes dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Estuary View Escapes? The surrounding area has lots to keep visitors to this part of the world entertained, from peaceful pursuits like walking and birdwatching to more energetic activities like sailing, paddling and other watersports. … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Estuary View Escapes?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Estuary View Escapes? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.