The Barn Campsite
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- Quiet, peaceful rural site with stunning views over Eskdale Valley
- A 10-minute drive to Wast Water; 25 minutes to Scafell Pike
- Pick your own pitch; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Site type
20
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 01 Mar to
Reviews
Voted 86% of visitors View breakdown
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Jonnty is a super host at the barn campsite, very knowledgeable about…
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Liked: Jonnty is a super host at the barn campsite, very knowledgeable about the local area and he literally can’t do enough for you, the campsite itself is very well kept with a friendly vibe and the shower and toilet facilities are very clean, we pitched up and relaxed with a bbq and a fire in the evening and into the night, then woke up early to go walking and take in the stunning views and see all the local wildlife, I honestly couldn’t recommend high enough.
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Top Place, Top Host!
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Liked: Great location! Was an ideal spot following our trek up Scafell Pike.
Jonty was a super host! There’s nothing about the local area he doesn’t know. Super helpful.
Showers were great! Decent power & great temperature.
Toilets were clean, good size & well kept.
Great washing up area. Plenty of drinking water & really good water pressure.
The whole place is immaculate, and beautifully kept. Could not ask for more.
Campfire & dog friendly - absolute winner!
Free WiFi also super useful
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10/10 would definitely reccommend
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Liked: Love everything about this site. Jonnty goes above and beyond, really good man.
I have no complaints whatsoever about this site. From start to finish.
Disliked: I disliked nothing. Everything was brilliant
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Excellent location, great faculties, flat ground, amazing views.
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Liked: Great location, close to a super pub. Ground is flat and plenty of shower and toilets. Very friendly too.
Disliked: Nothing. Would book again!
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Booked last minute here and loved it!!
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Liked: Location is fab, lovely and helpful host, facilities are great!!
Disliked: N/A
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A short drive to the very beautiful and quiet Eksdale route up…
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Liked: A short drive to the very beautiful and quiet Eksdale route up Scarfell Pike.
The facilities were great, a number of hot gas powered showers, toilets and washing up areas.
Jonty was very friendly and happy to help with anything.
We did not have enough camping chairs for everybody, but there were spares that we could borrow which was very helpful.
Firepits available to borrow.
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Lovely campsite with a wonderful host
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Liked: The campsite is in a lovely location with amazing views. The toilets were clean and well-stocked and there were plenty of taps for clean drinking water. Jonnty is a wonderful host; we felt very welcome and will definitely be visiting again
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A peaceful and well-maintained campsite with excellent facilities.
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Liked: I recently stayed at this campsite and had a fantastic experience. From the moment we arrived, everything was well-organised and easy to navigate. The check-in process was smooth, and the staff, were hugely friendly and helpful.
The facilities really stood out—clean toilets and showers, well-maintained grounds, and plenty of space between pitches for privacy. There was also a convenient place to purchase or even borrow essentials, which came in handy. The location was peaceful and scenic, perfect for a relaxing getaway, and there were some lovely walking trails nearby.
Overall, mine and a friends family had a very good stay and felt comfortable and well looked after throughout. I would definitely recommend this campsite to others looking for a clean, quiet, and well-equipped place to enjoy the outdoors.
Disliked: Honestly, there wasn't anything really bad about the campsite. It had everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. I’d happily return and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a well-equipped and peaceful camping spot.
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Superb site with and clean facilities. Not too busy with a good vibe.
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Liked: The whole set up of the campsite was great. The shelter for eating was very useful on our arrival day, as well as having a decent amount of showers and toilet to use. They were always clean and well stocked. The owner of the campsite Jonty was such a legend. He was helpful, personable and very knowledgeable about the area. The pub down the road was amazing to drink and eat at. Will definitely be staying there again. A great find.
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Liked: The campsite was firstly very welcoming, Johnty met us at the gate even in the rain, gave us a quick run over how the place worked and let us get sorted. He was very friendly throughout the stay and has plenty of great ideas for hikes in the area or other activities if you’re short. Small metal fire pits were available to use which is a great touch and showed why the field itself was very clean and a nice place to be. The view from the field is also spectacular along with a nice covered area you could socialise in if the weather was poor. The toilets and showers as well as the site in general were all very clean.
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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 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
Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise 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 Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Barn Campsite
Sleathwaite
Irton
Holmrook
Cumbria
England
CA19 1TD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.38899°N
-3.35219°W
Route directions
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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| Seascale | 8.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Silecroft | 18.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Bees | 20 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Haverigg | 22.6 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 30.3 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 5.2 km
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 22.8 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 22.8 km
Rydal Mount and Gardens 24.7 km
Hill Top 25 km
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 3.9 km
Gondola' 18.6 km
Buttermere and Ennerdale 18.8 km
Coniston and Tarn Hows 19.3 km
Grasmere and Great Langdale 22 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 1.8 km
MUNCASTER CASTLE 4.4 km
High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 14.1 km
Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 16.4 km
The Gables from Honister Pass 16.7 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 47.6 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Barn Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Barn Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Barn Campsite? Get set to see some of the Lake District’s most famed sights on outings from The Barn – it will take you about 10 minutes to drive to Wast Water, 20 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Barn Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at The Barn Campsite? From R710,52 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.