Cairn Meadow Pods
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- Quiet glamping site overlooking the Pennines and two wildlife ponds
- A 20-minute drive from Carlisle and RSPB Geltsdale
- Wooden ensuite pods with space for up to four; decking and picnic area
Site type
4
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).
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Heron camping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 4.8m width x 3.5m length (15.7ft width x 11.5ft length) Calculated area: 16.8m² (180.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £196 2 nights, 2 adults
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Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)
4 people maximum Dimensions: 4.8m width x 3.5m length (15.7ft width x 11.5ft length) Calculated area: 16.8m² (180.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £196 2 nights, 2 adults
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Oyster Catcher camping pod (pet friendly)
4 people maximum Dimensions: 4.8m width x 3.5m length (15.7ft width x 11.5ft length) Calculated area: 16.8m² (180.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £196 2 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 94% of visitors View breakdown
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Curlew camping pod (no pets)
Liked: Area
Disliked: I was informed before I arrived that we were being moved to Heron pod but originally i booked Curlew. I was fine with this as had stayed in Heron the previous 2 times we had stayed there. I received a shock when I arrived as soon as we walked in the pod had a strong smell of damp. The floor was also covered in bits. Went into the bathroom and around the toilet and in the shower there was so much mold. The mold was even covering the toilet seat and bowl. I messaged owners straight away explaining pod was very dirty and response I received was someone will be around in the morning. We then had to travel to local tescos to buy cleaning materials so I could clean the toilet. Eventually sat down after cleaning the toilet and brushing up and the TV didn't work either. We had arrangements for the Saturday but I received no communication from anyone on the site. We decided not to stay another night as it was so dirty. I emailed the site explaining even though I had paid for 2 nights we were travelling home as shower and bathroom were unuseable. I am still awaiting any response at all. Terrible customer service considering I am a returning customer who has recommended to others.
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Very Clean, comfortable bed lovely hot shower loved complimentary drinks and…
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Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)
Liked: Very Clean, comfortable bed lovely hot shower loved complimentary drinks and milk in the fridge on arrival
Disliked: No hob to fry on
Could of done with a long handle brush to sweep the floor
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Lovley place really enjoyed our stay.…
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Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)
Liked: Lovley place really enjoyed our stay.
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Beautiful surroundings, lovely comfy pod. We stayed In moorhen pod as we…
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Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)
Liked: Beautiful surroundings, lovely comfy pod. We stayed In moorhen pod as we had the dog with us. Really clean and cosy. Will defo come back
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Clean pods & facilities, perfect quiet location.
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Curlew camping pod (no pets)
Liked: We absolutely loved this site, it was perfect for what we wanted / needed. We booked Curlew pod and it was perfect for what we needed.
The other pods were booked by family members and the space in front of the pods was perfect for the kids to run around and play outdoors safely. We had no concerns with anything the stay was just what we wanted. The pods actually exceeded any expectations we had they were well made spacious and so clean. The addition of milk tea coffee and sugar was lovely.
The added extra of a mini wine, beer and sweets for my little boy was unexpected and lovely. Thank you for a fantastic stay.
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Amazing pod!!
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Heron camping pod (no pets)
Liked: Awesome pod. Best we’ve stayed in. Quiet site and lovely view. Lots of little things added.
Disliked: Would be great to have maybe some overhead storage above double bed. For a family of 4 it would be very helpful. Maybe some blackout curtains on main entrance. Also a pen to leave feedback as hadn’t brought one haha!! But these are just little things, would not stop us returning!!
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The pod was brilliant had everything we needed apart from the shower…
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Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)
Liked: The pod was brilliant had everything we needed apart from the shower not staying warm and there being no phone signal what so ever.
Disliked: Cold shower no phone signal at all.
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Curlew camping pod (no pets)
Liked: Immaculate well equipped pods in lovely quiet surroundings.
Disliked: WiFi would have been a bonus.
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Lovely, well kept site, beautiful views across the Eden Valley
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Heron camping pod (no pets)
Liked: Pod was clean and tidy and well equipped
Beautiful location with lots of peace and quiet
Disliked: Would have liked to have been able to walk to the nearby river, or around the lake on site
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The pod itself was immaculate, very clean and there was a nice…
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Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)
Liked: The pod itself was immaculate, very clean and there was a nice little bottle of wine, beer and some sweets for my daughter upon arrival which was a lovely gesture. The area is very peaceful and quiet, set in a lovely location, we even had some cows for neighbours in the field behind us which was nice too. My daughter is 4 and absolutely loved playing outside on the big field we took lots of outdoor toys and she even made friends with some kids from the pod next door but one and they all played really well together. Really liked the fact that there was a table and chairs on the decking for sitting outside the pod too, with an umbrella incase of rain even though we had plenty of sunshine. We all had a very enjoyable stay and would recommend staying here. There is no WiFi here but we didn't mind that at all.
Disliked: The only dislikes I had were the sofa bed, it may be fine four younger kids to stay on but the metal frame of the bed is so hard it really was awful to sleep on. It's comfortable as a couch just not as a bed. Also the shower as great as it is having one in the pod the hot water didn't last very long so it was really hard trying to get the little one clean before the temperature changed. Other than this we had a great stay here.
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Features
Dogs 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 Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Cairn Meadow Pods
Cumwhitton
Cumbria
England
CA8 9BZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.86026°N
-2.75062°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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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| Allonby | 28 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Carlisle Castle 8.1 mi
Birdoswald Roman Fort 10.7 mi
The Rheged Centre 14.8 mi
World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 15.9 mi
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 16 mi
National Trust
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 15.8 mi
Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 18.3 mi
Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 20.1 mi
Wordsworth House and Garden 28.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Castle Carrock Circular 2.6 mi
CORBY CASTLE 3.1 mi
Talkin Tarn Country Park Circular 4.6 mi
GELTSDALE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 09/03/2006) 6.6 mi
Hadrian's Wall Part 3 - Lanercost Priory to Walltown Army Museum 7.7 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, Cumbria 17.7 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Cairn Meadow Pods have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cairn Meadow Pods dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cairn Meadow Pods? Cairn Meadow Pods is set in the aptly-named Eden Valley, a lush expanse of green countryside with plenty of walks and bike trails to explore. There's also a lot of wildlife in … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cairn Meadow Pods?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Cairn Meadow Pods? From £196 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.