Cairndale Caravan Park

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  • Rural site with Pennines views, close to the Lakes and Solway Firth
  • A 10-minute drive to the North Pennines; half an hour to the Lakes
  • Peaceful pitches with walks from site; close to a foodie pub and shops
What a spot for walkers, cyclists and indeed anybody who wants to get out and about in spectacular countryside. Cairndale Caravan Park is in a fabulous location with easy access to not one – but two – Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and if that wasn’t enough, the Lake District National Park is on hand too. This is quite a small site at the foot of the Pennines National Landscape, and as it’s surrounded by greenery wherever you look, you might just want to lie back in or by your tent and take in the views. Chances are, however, that the call of all those walks across moorland to spectacular waterfalls will spur you into action. You might prefer to pack everybody into the car and head to the Lakes (30 minutes’ drive) to go boating on the water or walk a section of the Ullswater Way. Slightly further afield, the Solway Coast National Landscape (45 minutes) will reveal seemingly endless beaches for kids and dogs to romp around on. If you fancy cosy nights around the barbecue, stock up on grill bits and bobs at Brampton’s convenience stores (take a look at the ruined abbey while you’re there). Otherwise there’s a destination pub in Cumwhitton (five minutes' drive) and a huge choice of restaurants and takeaways in Carlisle (20 minutes).

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 6
Motorhome pitches 6
Open now
Opens 1 March
Please note

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Occupancy

  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Reception

  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sun 1 Mar to

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Reviews

8.4

Overall rating from 136 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Peaceful

87% would recommend this site to a friend

87% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a quiet, peaceful rural site with many guests praising the tranquil atmosphere, lovely views, and proximity to nature. Facilities are generally described as clean and adequate, with a hot shower often highlighted. Some reviewers note that the facilities are basic or dated, and pitches can be tight for larger vehicles or awnings. Limited staff presence and occasional noise issues have been mentioned.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 04/08/2026

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Very nice site would visit again

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Anonymous

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Quiet, brilliant site, clean Toilets and showers, Brampton was nearest for a shop and had everything you needed

Disliked Couldn't find a local shop, pitch a little uneven for a awning, hard to find a public footpath that lead anywhere

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Very quiet and beautiful…

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Anonymous

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Very quiet and beautiful

Disliked I missed a sink for the dishes.

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william G. 1 review

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Setting

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Very well kept site, clean and…

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Mark L. 2 reviews

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Very well kept site, clean and tidy. I look forward to staying here again.

Disliked Nothing

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Peaceful and very quiet. Toilet…

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Mandy G. 12 reviews

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Peaceful and very quiet. Toilet and shower very clean and adequate. Didnt use all facilities but everything was neat and tidy.

Disliked Nothing

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A great small site that was super quiet and very clean

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Anonymous

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Very clean and quiet

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Anonymous

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked I believe this is a pleasant small site, because I have stayed in the past.

Disliked No reply to my message. I had to message to cancel since our van was in an accident. I enquired about possible refund, or credit for a future stay, which I quite understand may have been against t and c, but had no reply at all.

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Good pitch with pleasant view…

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 Barbara H. 8 reviews

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Good pitch with pleasant view

Disliked facilities a little basic

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Can't comment on the site because we didn't get to see it.

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Anonymous

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Nothing

Disliked Chose this site as a stop off from Loch Lomand to Lincolnshire. Got within 1 mile of site to find only access road being dug up with no through traffic allowed. No advance notice given or advised by site owner. Was forced to carry on all the way to Lincolnshire. Not likely to get my site fee back. Great end to a nice holiday.

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A beautiful find in a stunningly beautiful place

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Helen M. 4 reviews

Electric gravel and earth touring pitch

Liked Quiet, peaceful, clean & great amenities,

Disliked Nothing

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Features

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Cairndale Caravan Park

Cumwhitton

Heads Nook

Brampton

Cumbria

England

CA8 9BZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.86094°N
2.75084°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.6 mi Bus Station
13.8 mi Rail Station
22.2 mi War Memorial
Rail
3.6 mi Wetheral Rail Station
3.7 mi Armathwaite Rail Station
5.3 mi Brampton (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
17.6 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
20.5 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
23.2 mi Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing

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

Take the trail of the remains of a 73-mile Roman wall through rural landscapes… and when you’ve finished with Hadrian’s Wall (half an hour’s drive), pedal, hike or trot your way through the gorgeous North Pennines National Landscape (10 minutes) or let yourself unwind with watersports, paddles and more properly good hikes in the Lake District National Park (30 minutes). The Solway Coast National Landscape (45 minutes) is there when you’re in need of some stunning seaside scenery instead. As for sailing or fishing, well, Talkin Tarn Country Park (10 minutes) is the place for that. Golf is just 30 minutes away too – and as for racing events, they can be found over at the Carlisle Racecourse (20 minutes). For low-key days of shopping, sightseeing and strolling the streets, Brampton (15 minutes) has a market and ruined abbey, while the market town of Penrith (half an hour) has another great buzzy atmosphere. If it’s ancient villages and riverside strolls that also take your fancy, then you’ll have easy enough access to the Vale of Eden (30 minutes) from this site.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 28 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carlisle Castle 8 mi

Birdoswald Roman Fort 10.7 mi

The Rheged Centre 14.8 mi

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 15.9 mi

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 16 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 15.9 mi

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 18.3 mi

Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 20.1 mi

Wordsworth House and Garden 28.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Castle Carrock Circular 2.5 mi

CORBY CASTLE 3 mi

Talkin Tarn Country Park Circular 4.6 mi

GELTSDALE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 09/03/2006) 6.6 mi

Hadrian's Wall Part 3 - Lanercost Priory to Walltown Army Museum 7.6 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Cairndale Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cairndale Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cairndale Caravan Park? Take the trail of the remains of a 73-mile Roman wall through rural landscapes… and when you’ve finished with Hadrian’s Wall (half an hour’s drive), pedal, hike or trot your way through … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cairndale Caravan Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cairndale Caravan Park? From £24 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.