Dalegarth Campsite
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- Pop-up site next to the River Esk in the Upper Eskdale valley
- Access to hill walking and wild swimming spots in the Lake District
- Five minutes’ drive to West Lakes Adventure for organised activities
Campground type
20
10
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, Jul 30 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass campervan campsite
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 6.0m width x 2.0m depth (19.7ft width x 6.6ft depth) Calculated area: 12.0m² (129.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £31 (£31) 1 night, 2 adults
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Primitive grass tent campsite (medium)
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 2.0m width x 5.0m depth (6.6ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 10.0m² (107.6ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £31 (£31) 1 night, 2 adults
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite (large)
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 5.0m width x 10.0m depth (16.4ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 50.0m² (538.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £36 (£36) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 69% of visitors View breakdown
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Lovely campsite with lots of space. Hot showers and clean portaloos. Right…
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite (large)
Liked: Lovely campsite with lots of space. Hot showers and clean portaloos. Right next to a river which is fantastic for swimming/paddling in. A short walk to two nice pubs serving excellent food. Very freindly staff providing logs to buy for the fire pits.
Disliked: Showers are far away if you stay in one of the other fields. Would be great if they had another couple in the next field where the toilets are situated.
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Clean and big campsite, worth recommend to others.…
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Primitive grass tent campsite (medium)
Liked: Clean and big campsite, worth recommend to others.
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People were really friendly and the food was really good site had…
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite (large)
Liked: People were really friendly and the food was really good site had all the essentials hot showers and toilets nice campsite
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Excellent clean facilities, lovely staff and level pitches
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite (large)
Liked: Really friendly staff, beautiful views, shower was hot and food truck had a lovely breakfast. Will definitely book again
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Beautiful peaceful location run by wonderful helpful people full of hints on…
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Primitive grass tent campsite (medium)
Liked: Beautiful peaceful location run by wonderful helpful people full of hints on how to make your stay more in joyable. Love the idea of the food hut on site with good prices not trying to rip you off, the showers are both hot and powerful with a view of the sounding treeswhile you shower. There's a river that runs along one side of the site that looks ideal for a dip if the river isn't in spate kids will love it. Nice and quiet we slept very well on this site.
Disliked: Not to keen on the porta loos but they did the job.
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Fantastic site with burger van
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Liked: Really good campsite, lots to do and see also close to all major walks and wastwater lake, beach is close by 10 mins to Drigg. Had a fantastic weekend so did the kids and dogs. Lovely people great site will definatly be going next year again.
Disliked: Portaloo not everyone's cup of tea but all part of the camping experience ( better than a hole in the ground!)
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Dalegarth Campsite, nestled near a wildly flowing mountain river close to Scafell…
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite (large)
Liked: Dalegarth Campsite, nestled near a wildly flowing mountain river close to Scafell Pike and Wastwater, is a gem for those seeking both adventure and tranquillity. The location is superb, offering excellent access to three charming pubs and nearby waterfalls, perfect for unwinding after a day on the fells. While the meadow can be a touch swampy, this minor inconvenience is easily overshadowed by the site's overall charm. The facilities, including a toilet and shower, are perfectly adequate. As a base for hiking England’s highest summits Dalegarth Campsite is worthy to keep in mind.
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Nice location. Let down by dirty facilities and lack of hot water.
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Primitive grass tent campsite (medium)
Liked: Location.
Disliked: Facilities were dirty. No hot water to wash up. Limited toilets and showers
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From the manager: Hi I’m sorry you didn’t like my little site. I know there was an issue with one of the loos that you pointed out to me and I rectified immediately hoping I wouldn’t get a scathing review! Whilst we are very basic we certainly are not dirty as the adjacent reviews point out. We are labelled as a pop-up site on here so maybe suggest you avoid such sites in the future if you prefer more advanced facilities….
Excellent site and location
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Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked: Everything, quiet, spacious, basic facilities, nestled right on the banks of the river esk with excellent swimming within walking distance, great base for a day or three in the hills.Eskdale valley is a stunning location and you can still find solitude without looking to hard. Beats the tourist traps by miles and well worth the scenic drive in if your coming from the Central lakes.
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Literally perfect
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Primitive grass tent campsite (medium)
Liked: The perfect level of amenities to feel dependent on what you have with you but still feel like you're in nature. We stayed in early July at the same time as the local mini festival EskFest, and even then it was still quiet in the site. The sound of the river and the nearby sheep were all you could hear in the evening. The pizza's were delicious, the warm showers were a welcome treat, and everything felt very hygienic. The site is in a beautiful opening, sheltered from the road by enough trees that you're not bothered by the sound of any cars. The owners were responsive and very kind and welcoming.
Disliked: There's not anywhere within reasonable walking distance to pick up groceries of any kind. This isn't actually a failure of the campsite at all, if anything it's what makes it so wonderful. Just a heads up to make sure you come with everything you'd need, as you should be doing if you're going camping.
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundAccessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Dalegarth Campsite
Dalegarth Hall Cottage
Boot
Cumbria
England
CA19 1TF
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.39139°N
-3.28166°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Seascale | 8.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Silecroft | 12.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Haverigg | 14 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| St Bees | 14.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Walney West Shore | 18.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 5.7 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 11.4 mi
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 11.5 mi
Rydal Mount and Gardens 12.6 mi
Hill Top 12.8 mi
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 3.6 mi
Gondola' 8.8 mi
Coniston and Tarn Hows 9.2 mi
Grasmere and Great Langdale 10.9 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 11.4 mi
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 1.7 mi
MUNCASTER CASTLE 4.9 mi
The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 7.7 mi
Langdale Valley - Bowfell - Crinkle Crags - Red Tarn - Stool End Farm - Langdale Valley 8.1 mi
Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 8.4 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.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Dalegarth Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dalegarth Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dalegarth Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - West Lakes Adventure: five minutes’ drive - Hardknott Roman Fort: 10 minutes - Hardknott Pass (one of the two steepest climbs in England): 15 minutes - … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dalegarth Campsite?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. If you are running late, please inform the site in good time as there is little signal once you get into the Eskdale Valley.
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If you want to stay a bit longer on departure day, you are welcome to pack up and move your car up to the top parking field. - How much does it cost to stay at Dalegarth Campsite? From $41.21 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.