River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location
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- Small CAMC members-only site in Cumbria, a mile from Levens
- In the Lake District National Park, 15 mins' drive from Windermere
- Fully serviced gravel pitches with a top-notch food pub next door
Trying to find a handy Cumbria stopover close to main roads or a useful base for a longer break spent exploring the southern part of the Lake District National Park? Either way, if you're a Caravan and Motorhome Club member, River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location would be a sound choice.
This small site (for CAMC members only) is a quiet place with just a handful of touring pitches, all of which have full services (electric, water and waste) as well as lovely scenic views. Shared facilities include wifi, an outdoor washing-up area and a smart toilet and shower block.
Just inside the boundaries of the Lake District National Park, this is a semi-rural location with easy access from the A590 and A5074. The village of Levens is just over a mile away – but more importantly the local pub is pretty much next door (and it's a popular one too, with a menu of locally sourced food as well as a good range of drinks).
With several walking trails in the area around Levens, this is a good base for exploring some of the local scenery; there are also a couple of historic houses very close by, or you can get to the shores of Windermere with a 15-minute drive.
Campground type
5
5Open all year
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Tents are not accepted at this park.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
- This site only accepts bookings from existing Caravan and Motorhome Club members: please provide your membership number in the 'Special requests' box when booking.
Languages spoken
English
Wifi at the unit/site
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Site close to accessible bathroomsTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location
1
Gilpin House
Levens
Kendal
Cumbria
England
LA8 8EP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.26222°N
-2.81286°W
Nearest transport
Bus5.4 mi Bus Station
5.4 mi Bus Station
5.4 mi Bus Station
Rail4.2 mi Arnside Rail Station
4.7 mi Oxenholme Lake District Rail Station
5.7 mi Kendal Rail Station
Ferry5.7 mi Fell Foot Country Park Ferry Landing
5.9 mi Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing
8 mi Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing
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
Attractions and activities nearby include:
- Levens Hall: three minutes' drive
- National Trust - Sizergh: five minutes
- Lakeland Maze Farm Park: 10 minutes
- Predator Experience (wolf experience): 10 minutes
- Lakeland Wildlife Oasis: 10 minutes
- Cartmel Racecourse: 15 minutes
- Kendal: 15 minutes
- Bowness-on-Windermere (for boat trips and watersports): 20 minutes
- The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction: 20 minutes.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morecambe North | 12.9 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
| Morecambe South | 13.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Haverigg | 19.9 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 21 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
| Walney Sandy Gap | 21.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Levens Hall & Gardens 1.4 mi
Sizergh Castle and Garden 2.2 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside 6 mi
Lakeland Motor Museum 7.1 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 7.3 mi
National Trust
Sizergh Castle and Garden 2.2 mi
Fell Foot Park 5.7 mi
Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 7.2 mi
Hill Top 8.9 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 9.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Levens Hall and Sizergh Castle 1.5 mi
Levens Hall and the River Kent 1.5 mi
LEVENS HALL 1.9 mi
SIZERGH CASTLE 2.3 mi
DALLAM TOWER 3.2 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Thursday, July 31, 2025)
Penrith, England 24 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.
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Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Levens Hall: three minutes' drive - National Trust - Sizergh: five minutes - Lakeland Maze Farm Park: 10 minutes - Predator Experience (wolf experience): 10 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at River Gilpin at Valley End Certificated Location? From $61.04 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.