Ready tent: Campsites in North West England

Rookby Scarth Nearly Wild Camping

• No-frills campsite on Cumbrian farmland with far-reaching hill views
• Three miles from Kirkby Stephen; Barnard Castle 30 minutes' drive
• Uncrowded site set over 20 acres; dogs, campfires or barbecues allowed

Formby Point Caravan Park

Beeches Caravan Park

Flying Horseshoe Campsite

Waterside Campsite

Flusco Wood

• Well-maintained park three miles from Penrith and four from Ullswater
• Wildlife haven with over 70 bird species and 1000+ native trees/shrubs
• Several walks around the park with info on more at reception

Gallaber Farm Caravan Park

Park House Caravan Park

North Lakes Caravan Park

Foxfield Touring Park

• Quiet and relaxing family-run site on the edge of Penrith
• Open views to the Lakeland fells; big skies and spectacular sunsets
• Five miles from Ullswater and easy access to main travel routes

Birch Bank Farm Camp Site

Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods

• Quiet family site on the western edge of historic Hadrian's Wall
• A 20-minute drive from Carlisle and 35 from the Lake District
• Cyclists welcome; secure bike storage available

Irthing Vale Caravan Park

Scotgate Holiday Park

Oakfield Cottage

Daisy Nook Camping

• No-frills camping at Daisy Nook Country Park near Oldham, Lancashire
• Five minutes’ drive to golf and riding; 20 minutes into Manchester
• Off-grid site; fishing and café in the park; shops 10 minutes’ drive

Wasdale Yurt Holiday

• Farm park overlooking Scafell Pike on the fringes of the western fells
• A 10-minute drive from Wast Water lake and 15 from Seascale beach
• Yurts come with kitchenettes, woodburning stoves and private bathrooms