Caldbeck Camping
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- Quiet site on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park
- Right on the Cumbria Way at the edge of a forest and Caldbeck village
- Carlisle, Penrith and Keswick all within 35 minutes’ drive
Site type
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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).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
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Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 5.0m depth (16.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival days No availability on our site
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 5.0m depth (16.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival days No availability on our site
Reviews
Voted 87% of visitors View breakdown
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would stay here again
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Caldbeck was a lovely and very welcoming village, not only does the…
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Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked: Caldbeck was a lovely and very welcoming village, not only does the campsite have a great river running past it and with some nice clean facilities, they also have brilliant walks no matter what way you go and a pub that does really nice food and also just as welcoming.
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Liked: Best campsite I’ve stayed on. From the private shower block with free hot water to the accessible drinking water in the washing station. All around amazing site that I will be coming back to, as a seasoned solo traveler, I couldn’t recommend enough!
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Ideal stopover if doing the Cumbrian Way.
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Liked: Hot showers, and clean toilet facilities, flat pitches and a short stroll from the local pub.
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Wonderful site, peaceful and tucked away if you want a relaxing break.…
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Liked: Wonderful site, peaceful and tucked away if you want a relaxing break. The facilities are clean and stocked and the staff were lovely 😊
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Lovely site, easy to book in, beautiful place…
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Liked: Lovely site, easy to book in, beautiful place
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The site is well looked after and like that it's not to…
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Liked: The site is well looked after and like that it's not to crowded
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Lovely little lakes retreat
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Liked: Location
Facilities
Ease of check in
Quiet
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The location - next to the river with field views and just…
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Liked: The location - next to the river with field views and just a few minutes walk into the lovely village of Caldbeck. The facilities were just right and the shower and toilets were kept clean.
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Good sized pitch with electric hook up. Matts supplied for around the tent…
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Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked: Good sized pitch with electric hook up.
Matts supplied for around the tent in bad weather.
Picnic bench and fire pit for each pitch.
Showers, toilets and wash up area were all spotlessly clean with plenty of hot water.
Owners were friendly and helpful.
Dogs are allowed.
Great site for exploring the area
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Good location
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Liked: Good campsite nice staff good size pitch nice and level
Disliked: Sink in the toilets needs a 2 small ones
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Features
Dogs allowed
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
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Caldbeck Camping
Friar Row
Caldbeck
Wigton
Cumbria
England
CA7 8DS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
54.74969°N
-3.048°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allonby | 24.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Southerness | 38 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Sandyhills | 45.7 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Poor | Poor |
| St Bees | 46.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 14.9 km
Castlerigg Stone Circle 16.7 km
Carlisle Castle 17.7 km
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 18.8 km
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 19.8 km
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 22.7 km
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 30.9 km
Grasmere and Great Langdale 34.7 km
Townend 38.7 km
Buttermere and Ennerdale 39.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
High Pike, Fellside 3.4 km
Mungrisdale - Bannerdale Crags 10.3 km
Blencathra Classic - Sharp Edge and Narrow Edge 13.1 km
Ullock Pike - Longside Edge - Skiddaw 13.8 km
Threlkeld, Westcoe and Keswick Railway 14.3 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 26.8 km
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.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Caldbeck Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Caldbeck Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Caldbeck Camping? When in Cumbria you’ll surely be wanting some time near the lakes, so factor in a trip to Bassenthwaite (about a 35-minute drive from the site) for watery walks. Derwentwater’s about the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Caldbeck Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m.