Selker












- Cliffside site on a family-run smallholding on the Cumbria coast
- A 25-minute drive to Port Haverigg; direct access to the coastal path
- Firepits and wood available; barbecues permitted; fresh eggs available
Site type
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 17 are not allowed on site.
- 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.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
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The Campsite was fab, beautiful scenery, the facilities were very clean, no…
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Liked: The Campsite was fab, beautiful scenery, the facilities were very clean, no showers, but this is in the description when you book. The owners are very friendly and welcoming, also there 2 dogs were gorgeous! We will definitely return :)
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Lovely site !! Beautiful views !! Good toilet facilities. Owner is lovely camp…
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Liked: Lovely site !! Beautiful views !! Good toilet facilities.
Owner is lovely camp fires available with wood and fire light at cheap prices.
Accept car camping which a lot of other sites do not. On a working farm so animals are out which I loved would 100 percent recommend and definitely will be staying again
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Simple but beautiful campsite by the sea.
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Liked: An absolutely fab site, it does exactly what it says on the tin, simple and straight-forward. Beautiful surroundings, especially waking up next to the sea every morning, and sleeping with the sound of the waves. It's 30 mins walk up to Bootle station, then you get north or south to different parts of the West Lakes, so a decent base for exploring. Toilets aren't the portaloos (as in the photos) but a new concrete block with a sink for washing up too. All in all, cracking camp site.
Disliked: Obviously a simple shower would be great, but I just had a few dips in the sea, and then rinsed off the salt with water from the tap. As a solo walker, I had a few slightly ropy interactions with the cows in the next field, but fully to be expected (it's the countryside, and no comment on the site itself).
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Great site for couples and friends wanting simple great times
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Liked: Super friendly
Great views
Spotless toilets
Disliked: No showers
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Beautiful little campsite.
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Liked: The views were outstanding. Really peaceful. Toilets were kept really clean. Hosts were friendly.
Disliked: Having to pack up and come home.
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Peaceful and quiet campsite, great views and very close to the rocky…
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Liked: Peaceful and quiet campsite, great views and very close to the rocky beach. Toilets were clean and tidy.
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Incredible site - description here doesn’t do it justice. Stayed for a…
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Liked: Incredible site - description here doesn’t do it justice. Stayed for a week and would happily still be there.
The beach is a minute’s walk away; owner is as friendly as you could want and on hand with eggs and logs, but also not constantly in your face, so it’s a good place to get some peace and quiet. On a clear day, you can eat your tea looking at the sunset over the Isle of Man.
The blue portaloos on photos from older reviews are long gone and replaced with a proper brick building with two spacious and scrupulously clean toilets where you’ll need a torch at night. As stated, water is cold - might have been a challenge keeping the kids smelling reasonable for a week here, though I noted that there are bats and balls and other things provided in the toilet block. Payment for eggs and logs was by a link rather than cash, which was handy; decent phone signal on site.
Access road won’t trouble you unless you arrive by skateboard; my bog-standard saloon with impractical 19-inch rims was absolutely fine, and you’ll encounter worse potholes on most British roads. As noted in other reviews, it is a fair way to large towns; also worth filling up on petrol if you happen to stop at a supermarket anywhere since local options are few and comparatively expensive.
There are a few flatter pitches but most up by the wall overlooking the sea are on a slope, so worth making sure you know how to level out a sleeping mat before setting up if you don’t want to wake up at the bottom of the hill. Weather comes and goes, and wind can pick up and shift direction. Mildly, mildly midgey after rain but they respect Skin So Soft and camp fires.
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From the manager: Many thanks for your review it was a pleasure to meet you and I hope you return soon with your family
Thanks again k
Sunning location, stunning sun sets. Basic. Drive in slowly!
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Liked: Location was stunning, as was sun set. Toilets were decent, but if they changed 1 toilet Into a shower that would be brilliant!
Disliked: The road in was very rough and I'm pretty sure it has damaged the underneath of my car!
Very bad night's sleep due to the wind coming off the sea and shaking my tent all night! Not the sites fault tho obviously, but something to consider if you go in poor weather.
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Amazing location- you're camping almost on the beach as the farm overlooks…
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Liked: Amazing location- you're camping almost on the beach as the farm overlooks it. Quite secluded aswell which is just what we wanted. Falling asleep listening to the crashing waves was so soothing.
The owners were lovely and brought us some firewood on request - only £6 for a massive bag of logs/kindling (fire pits provided). Also offered us extra tent pegs if we needed as it was windy.
The toilets were clean and well stocked with tissue/paper towels/soap and were proper toilets in a proper building. No lights though so make sure you bring torches.
Thanks very much for having us would definitely come again.
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Stunning site with beautiful sea views
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Liked: Fantastic location with amazing views
Remote and Peaceful
Toilet & Cleaning Facilities were well maintained
Owners dog personally escorted my car in and greeted me upon arrival
Opportunity was provided to buy firewood with fire pits provided free
Disliked: Lack of showers (was made clear in the listing so this came as no surprise)
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Features
No dogs allowed
Pop-up campsite
Adults only
Campfires allowed
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Selker
Bootle Station
Millom
Cumbria
England
LA19 5XQ
Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
54.28426°N
-3.41937°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Silecroft | 5.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Seascale | 8.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Haverigg | 8.4 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Walney West Shore | 12.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Walney Sandy Gap | 14.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 5 mi
South Lakes Wild Animal Park 12.8 mi
Lakeland Motor Museum 17.4 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 18 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside 18.6 mi
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 10 mi
Dalton Castle 13 mi
Gondola' 15.2 mi
Coniston and Tarn Hows 16 mi
Buttermere and Ennerdale 17.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
MUNCASTER CASTLE 5 mi
Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 8.2 mi
HODBARROW (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 06/05/1986) 8.9 mi
The Beacon and Blawith Fell 13.1 mi
The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 14.2 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
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Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Selker have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Selker dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Selker? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Muncaster Castle (castle, gardens and hawk and owl centre): 20 minutes’ drive - Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway (heritage railway): 20 minutes - Port Haverigg (beach, aqua … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Selker?
Camping and touring Arrive: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m.