Moss Side Farm Campsite

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Fire pit at the pitch with amazing views
Fire pit at the pitch with amazing views
Sun shining over the pitches
The rail cabin pod
Amazing views
Room with a view
Henry and the girls at the farm
Pony and puppies on the farm
Not exactly your usual pod...
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Sun shining over the pitches
The rail cabin pod
Amazing views

  • Small, quiet site on a working farm with scenic views near a village
  • Woodland valley with walks, bike rides and riding trails all around
  • Peaceful Lake District site; no music, groups, ball games or under-15s
Moss Side Farm Campsite, near Cumbria's Broughton-in-Furness, should hit the spot for hikers: it's in a woodland valley with many footpaths leading directly from the farm. And for watery types too, as the farm is in the Lake District, 10 minutes' drive from the nearest lake and 40 from Windermere. And for cyclists, and horse riders, and those who like smashing views of lakeland fells leading down to the Irish Sea… This is a small, friendly and family-run site on a working hill farm with working dogs along with ducks, goats, pigs and hens. Three ladies' and three gents' showers, a freezer and a washing-up area are among the site amenities, and campfires are permitted. Moss Farm's nearest village is Broughton-in-Furness, a seven-minute drive or 30 or so minute walk away; here guests can buy bread from the award-winning Broughton bakery and groceries and meat from a family-run butcher and grocer. The village also has three pubs, two of which serve food, plus a restaurant, two cafés, a petrol station, a post office, a bank and a gift shop. Quiet well-behaved dogs are welcome at Moss Farm as long as they're kept on leads while on site. No music or radios may be used at this peaceful site, and groups, ball games and kids under 15 are not allowed.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 5
Tent pitches 35
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • 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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • 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 hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Guests under the age of 15 are not allowed on site.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 317 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
 8
Cleanliness
 8
Wifi
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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

92% would recommend this site to a friend

90% would stay here again

What customers say

Moss Side Farm is a peaceful, adults-only campsite on a working farm, highly recommended for its stunning views, tranquil atmosphere, and friendly hosts. Visitors appreciate the spacious pitches, proximity to walking routes, and the charm of roaming farm animals. Facilities are described as basic but clean and functional. While some mention rocky ground, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many planning return visits. A few reviews note occasional noise from other campers or basic facilities.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Arrival date (latest first)

Loved the location, loved the atmosphere, loved the kind support and helpfulness…

Overall

10 out of 10
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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peter L.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Loved the location, loved the atmosphere, loved the kind support and helpfulness of the owners.
It as a beautiful place in a warm family farm.
The animals were amazing the people were amazing first ever 10/10 in 30 years of using sites like this.

Disliked Noting, loved everything.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Basic site with amazing views

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8 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Janet N.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Cute little site, with fantastic views. I loved seeing the sheep, horses, chickens and ducks. Basic as advertised, but I love that, very peaceful. The owner, Louise, was friendly and helpful. you like proper camping and a really rural feel it's perfect.

Disliked The only thing I could suggest is lowering the water tap, as I found it awkward holding my water but and the tap.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastically quiet rural campsite.

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Samuel W.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked lovely, quiet and dog friendly campsite. loved the spacious pitches with multiple options to set up on (ground level pitches, hidden back field or steep hill with lovely views). I also loved the farmyard animals which gave the site a lovely rustic appeal.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A back to basics camping experience, just the way we like it

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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Dave C.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautiful views
Very quiet

Disliked Nothing, it was perfect!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would definitely stay again. Staff were really welcoming and helpful.

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9 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Emma R.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Perfect stop off in the lakes with beautiful views and paths to go for a run or walk. Showers were nice and warm.

Disliked Only downside was the 2 females in another camper van who returned to the site in the early hours of the morning drunk and then being sick and incredibly loud. This is not a reflection on the site at all.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful, pretty, and welcoming.

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9 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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Anthony L.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Views were great, campsite was peaceful and there was no noise after 10.30, which is important to us. Ducks and chickens coming to visit each morning waa fun. Host very friendly and helpful ( out car tyre got a puncture and they pumped it up for us). Location good , we did a lovely 10 mile walk straight out of campsite. Provision of firebowls was very welcome. We stayed for a week.

Disliked When busy, probably a bit short on toilets. But only a bit.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Really friendly farm setting

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Ellen B.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Liked the location, really easy to get to Coniston. Loved the view, the ducks, hens and lovely dog wandering. Very quiet site. Just perfect.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great value for money for a beautiful location. Will return.

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9 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Mark H.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great views and excellent shower facilities on site. Loved the space and choice of pitches over a couple of areas. Working farm so plenty of animals about too. We loved visiting the horses and were visited by the farm dogs, goats and chickens!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with easy access, amazing family farm

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Ella W.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Easy booking, warm and helpful welcome

Gorgeous campsite and well kept

Calm nature animals roaming freely

Highly recommend to all

Disliked Have no negative thoughts about the place

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect rustic site on a farm

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Andy N.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked perfect rustic site with everything we needed and lovely hosts

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great qwerty site with a fab host who was always on hand…

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Darren S.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great qwerty site with a fab host who was always on hand to help where she could.

Little ducklings walking around made our day.

Lovely flat and easy walk to the town along the old railway track where we visited the bakery and pubs.

Disliked Nothing….

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 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

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

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Moss Side Farm Campsite

Woodland

Broughton-in-Furness

Cumbria

England

LA20 6DJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.29406°N
3.18483°W

Nearest transport

Coach
12.8 mi Tourist Information Centre
12.8 mi Rail Station
12.9 mi Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage
Rail
2.8 mi Foxfield Rail Station
4.2 mi Green Road Rail Station
4.2 mi Kirkby-in-Furness Rail Station
Ferry
3.7 mi Lake Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing
4 mi Water Park (Coniston) Ferry Landing
4.3 mi Sunny Bank (Coniston) 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

Of the many footpaths straight from the farm, the main one is the Foxfield to Broughton route along a disused railway line right into Broughton. Other paths can take you to the Broughton Mills area, Seathwaite valley and Ulpha valley; ask the Moss Farm team to point you in the right direction. If you're in the area for watersports, Coniston Lake, the third biggest in the Lake District, is the closest to the farm and is 10 minutes' drive away. Otherwise try pony trekking at Spoon Hall near Coniston, Muirthwaite Green at Silecroft or Cumbrian Heavy Horses in the Whicham Valley, all within 15 minutes' drive. Historic house fans have many in the area to pick from, like Muncaster Castle, Sizer Castle, Holker Hall and Levens Hall, as well as many National Trust houses such as Dove House in Grasmere, home of daffs man William Wordsworth. The towns of Windermere and Ambleside are about 20 minutes' drive away, as is South Lakes Animal Park at Dalton-in-Furness, an attractive option for animal fans. The staff at the Broughton-in-Furness tourist information centre can give you tips on what's best to see and do.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Haverigg 8.4 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Silecroft 8.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Walney West Shore 12.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Walney Sandy Gap 13.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Walney Biggar Bank 14.1 mi Sea GoodN/AN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Lakeland Motor Museum 8.2 mi

South Lakes Wild Animal Park 8.7 mi

Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside 9.2 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 9.3 mi

Hill Top 9.5 mi

National Trust

Gondola' 6.7 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 7.7 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 9.3 mi

Fell Foot Park 9.5 mi

Hill Top 9.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Beacon and Blawith Fell 3.6 mi

The Coniston Heights: The Old Man to Swirl How 6 mi

Coniston - Levers Water - Coniston 6.8 mi

Coniston - Tarn Hows - Coniston 6.8 mi

Coniston - Little Arrow - Coniston Lakeshore 6.8 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 sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Moss Side Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Moss Side Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Moss Side Farm Campsite? Of the many footpaths straight from the farm, the main one is the Foxfield to Broughton route along a disused railway line right into Broughton. Other paths can take you to the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Moss Side Farm Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Moss Side Farm Campsite? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.