When can I check in and check out of Strudda Bank Pod Paddock?

On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Strudda Bank Pod Paddock?

From $178.88 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Strudda Bank Pod Paddock

View prices & book 9.8 56 reviews

Views from the pods (added by manager 12 Sep 2022)

Luxury pods at a family farm in the western Lake District
A 15-minute drive to Seascale beach; half an hour to Scafell Pike
Ensuite shower room, mini kitchen and barbecue/firepit for each pod

It’s very much a family affair at Strudda Bank Pod Paddock – there are three generations of the same family now living and working at this traditional hill beef and sheep farm on the western edge of the Lake District. A quick look at the map and pictures will give you a clue as to why they’re all so content in this location, and why they’re keen to share it with guests. The farm is close to Ennerdale, which is one of the Lake District’s wilder and less visited areas, and it’s also only about 15 minutes’ drive from the beach at Seascale. Popular spots like Wast Water and Scafell Pike can be reached with a drive of half an hour or so, but you’ll also be able to seek out much quieter areas close to the farm. Staying here is a thoroughly rural experience – you’ll have gorgeous views over the Calder Valley and your neighbours will be the 100 cows and 1000 hill sheep that live on the farm. The accommodation is far from rustic though: these are luxuriously appointed wooden pods, each with comfy beds (a double, a bunk bed and a small double sofa bed), underfloor heating, an ensuite shower room and a mini kitchen (with hob, microwave, fridge, toaster and kettle). To make life nice and easy, lots of extras are provided here, including all bedding and towels, plus all crockery, utensils and other kitchen kit. You’ll have a dining table and chairs for indoor meals, along with a firepit/barbecue and picnic beach out on the deck for alfresco evenings.

Site type

Open all year

Please note

The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Kids playground with chickens running around.

Clean and nice bathroom with good heated towel radiator.

Excellent site with clean facilities, great play area for children

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Hollie B. Sep 2024

Herdwick Hideaway camping pod

Liked: Clean pod, essentials provided, play area for the children and room for them to be free!

Disliked: Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Cosy and peaceful stay

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Eleanor D. Sep 2024

Swaledale Shelter camping pod

Liked: We had such a lovely time. The pod is cosy and comfortable and in a picturesque and peaceful setting. We were given a tour of the farm and got to meet their friendly prize sheep and even stroke an emu. We're hoping to return. My daughter loved the playground.

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Perfect site. Very clean. Staff really friendly. Perfect views

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Anonymous Aug 2024

Herdwick Hideaway camping pod

Liked: The pods were amazing. Well equipped clean and modern. Perfect outdoor area for bbqs. Also liked we could use the communal cabin on site.

Disliked: Would have preferred the decongest area to have a gate so the dogs couldn’t get out.

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Brilliant site in a quiet part of the Lake District, we will be back!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Jody H. Sep 2024

Herdwick Hideaway camping pod

Liked: Had a fantastic stay at Strudda Bank Farm Glamping pods, the location is wonderful and the pods are brilliant! The owners really have thought of everything you could possibly need for a fantastic stay. Loved meeting the owners of the site and having the opportunity to feed the emu's and collect hens eggs. Also really enjoyed a couple of local walks.

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Gorgeous pod with absolutely everything you need. Brilliant play area for the…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Danielle H. Aug 2024

Swaledale Shelter camping pod

Liked: Gorgeous pod with absolutely everything you need. Brilliant play area for the kids and was lovely to let them roam free and safe on the site. Pod was spotlessly clean and comfortable. Farmer kev showed us the emus and hens and even gave us some eggs for breakfast in the morning ! We had a slight issue with the toilet but text Vicky who had sorted it by the time we came back from a trip out . Thank you so much for a lovely stay x

Disliked: Bit of a drive to the nearest shop but our intention was to be remote and enjoy the countryside and that’s what we did :)

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Quiet, all bells and whistles getaway.

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Anonymous Aug 2024

Swaledale Shelter camping pod

Liked: Peace and quiet at the pod was brilliant, the extra investment in underfloor heating and little creature comforts like a full set of pots and pans is a really nice touch. I'd really recommend this place to people looking for a quiet spot away from the noise.

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Clean and well equipped glamping pod. Everything you need is provided.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Marketa D. Aug 2024

Herdwick Hideaway camping pod

Liked: The location of the pod is stunning. You are surrounded by hills, stunning views, and friendly farm animals. The family that owns it is very friendly and helpful. It's been a great pleasure to visit.

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All the amenities, a good shower, floor heating, which makes the pod…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Anonymous Jul 2024

Swaledale Shelter camping pod

Liked: All the amenities, a good shower, floor heating, which makes the pod very cozy. A spacious pod, there was enough space for 5 people without any problems.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic stay!

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Kelly C. Jul 2024

Herdwick Hideaway camping pod

Liked: Absolutely loved the views, and the facilities were all very cute!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly family with comfortable camping pod

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Victoria U. Jul 2024

Swaledale Shelter camping pod

Liked: Excellent location. Children loved the play area and meeting all the animals.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Strudda Bank Pod Paddock

Tyson House

Strudda Bank

Seascale

Cumbria

England

CA20 1DY

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.46034°N
-3.45264°W

Nearest transport

Coach

13.3 km Tangier Street

16.2 km Queens Head

16.3 km The Queens Head

Rail

6.1 km Sellafield Rail Station

6.2 km Braystones Rail Station

7.4 km Nethertown Rail Station

Ferry

22.5 km High Brandelhow Ferry Landing

23 km Low Brandelhow Derwentwater Ferry Landing

23.2 km Hawes End Derwentwater Ferry Landing

Airport

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.

Local attractions

You can start exploring the Lake District right from the farm gates – walking trails take you out for riverside strolls or walks through the Calder Valley’s ancient oak woods. Calder Abbey and Monks Bridge packhorse bridge are among the historic structures you might find as you wander. Elsewhere in the Lake District, explore its deepest lake, Wast Water and its highest peak, Scafell Pike (both half an hour’s drive). For other ways to explore, there’s a horse riding centre 15 minutes’ drive away or you could take a ride on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway (known locally as La’al Ratty) 20 minutes away. For a change of scenery, head to the coast for a day at Seascale beach (15 minutes’ drive) or try St Bees (20 minutes) where you can walk to the top of St Bees Head before cooling off with an ice cream on the beach. Muncaster Castle (20 minutes) and Whitehaven’s harbour and Rum Story (25 minutes) are worth a trip too.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Seascale	7.6 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
St Bees	10.6 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Silecroft	27.6 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Haverigg	32 km	Sea	Poor	N/A	N/A	N/A
Allonby	34.2 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 11.9 km

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 22.9 km

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 26.5 km

Castlerigg Stone Circle 27.8 km

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 28.1 km

National Trust

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 7.8 km

Buttermere and Ennerdale 8.6 km

Wordsworth House and Garden 23.2 km

Gondola' 27.1 km

Coniston and Tarn Hows 27.4 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 10.2 km

Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 11.5 km

ST BEES HEAD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 02/09/2003) 12.1 km

MUNCASTER CASTLE 12.6 km

Around Buttermere 14.4 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Strudda Bank Pod Paddock have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Strudda Bank Pod Paddock dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Strudda Bank Pod Paddock? You can start exploring the Lake District right from the farm gates – walking trails take you out for riverside strolls or walks through the Calder Valley’s ancient oak woods. Calder Abbey … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Strudda Bank Pod Paddock?

On-park accommodation

Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Strudda Bank Pod Paddock? From $178.88 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.