The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park

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  • Family-run village pub site in rural northern Cumbria
  • A 10-minute drive from Carlisle and 20 minutes from Gretna Green
  • Food, real ales, open fire and a beer garden
The team at The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park describe their part of the world as 'Cumbria's best-kept secret' – and they've got a pretty good point. If you're looking for somewhere far from the crowds of the Lake District yet close to plenty of scenic day trips, the quiet countryside to the west of Carlisle is full of nature reserves, forests and gorgeous coastline that might just be what you're looking for… This spacious and well-maintained site is located to the rear of a friendly village pub (open from Wednesday to Sunday only) in the small settlement of Great Orton. Pitching up here brings a lot of satisfying pub food and drink – including real ales – within easy reach. If you fancy a barbecue, just bring one along and send a member of your party out to pick up a few cuts at the village butcher's, a quarter of a mile down the road. Carlisle's amenities, eateries and family-friendly attractions are all approximately 10 minutes away by car. The Scottish border at Gretna Green is also a quick 20-minute journey to the north, making The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park an excellent stop-off point on longer road trips. Guests have access to pub toilets (during pub opening hours) but please note there are no showers on site, and no toilets by the pitches. Dogs are welcome on site and are free to join you for a drink in the beer garden, but unfortunately cannot be taken inside the pub.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 5
Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Tents are not accepted at this park.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Please note that the pub is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Food is served from Wednesday to Sunday; it's best to book a table in advance if you'd like to dine in the pub. The pub toilets can be used when the pub is open, opening times are displayed onsite.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 236 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

A well-maintained, peaceful, and clean campsite with spacious, level gravel pitches, often with EHU. Located behind The Wellington Inn, guests frequently praise the pub's excellent food, friendly staff, and welcoming atmosphere. While there are no on-site toilet or shower facilities (pub toilets available during opening hours), the site is highly recommended for stopovers and short breaks, with many visitors planning return visits.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Excellent quiet hide away.

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Helen T.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely, clean and quiet location. Had the basics needed for the caravan.
The pub served excellent food and the staff and customers were very welcoming and friendly. Although its a dog friendly site, the pub doesn't allow dogs inside the pub due to its smaller size, but they are welcome in the large beer garden.
The location is close to both Carlisle and Gretna Green, so lots of exploring opportunities.
We will definitely book again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean and tidy site. Great pub and even better food.…

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Max L.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Clean and tidy site. Great pub and even better food.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly staff lovely food

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Was easy access. Clean tidy site
No facilities other than the pub. However none are promised
Lovely little quiet stop over and very good food.

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Everything

Disliked Non

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will certainly return.

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Elizabeth H.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Everything Small site. Wonderful welcome and great food.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly staff, great food, quiet small site, play park for children.

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked The food at the pub was great. Small site, little park for the children.
The staff are incredibly friendly and so welcoming.
Small site, nice and quiet. Felt very safe and comfortable.

Disliked No facilities.
Water, grey waste and chemical disposal but no showers/toilets. Could only access the toilet if the pub was open.
A little dusty/few cobwebs inside the pub.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very good site in a quiet village.

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Martin Y.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Nice clean site belonging to an absolutely ace Pub.

Disliked Although when booking i was completely aware there we no showers or toilets, personally i felt at £25 per night it was a mite over priced. Compared to other sites at the same price of £25 per night but offering toilets and showers.

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Martin C.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Easy access, friendly pub with warm atmosphere, food and service was excellent , great value for money

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely small, quiet and peaceful site. Really nice friendly staff at the…

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely small, quiet and peaceful site. Really nice friendly staff at the Wellington pub and nice food. Definitely recommend

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very friendly staff nothing was a bother. level pitch.

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mags p.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Very peaceful site. Excellent large pitches with electric hook up.
The staff at the Inn well very welcoming and attentive.
We were happy with the menu so stayed for dinner which was excellent.
Highly recommend.

Disliked Not really a dislike but toilets were available only when pub is open but it is clearly stated on the website.

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Would certainly stay here again!

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Helen C.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely, well kept site. Very quiet and the layout is great.
Excellent value for money.

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 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

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park

Great Orton

Carlisle

Cumbria

England

CA5 6LZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.87365°N
3.04875°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.9 mi Bus Station
11.6 mi War Memorial
11.6 mi War Memorial
Rail
3.1 mi Dalston (Cumbria) Rail Station
4.8 mi Carlisle Rail Station
5.5 mi Wigton Rail Station
Ferry
19.6 mi Keswick Ferry Landing
19.7 mi Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
20.3 mi Pooley Bridge 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

Wildlife isn't hard to come by in this part of northern Cumbria, as you're a mere five-minute drive from Watchtree Nature Reserve, a former RAF airbase that's been rewilded and has a number of tarmac car-free cycle trails to explore (with bike and tricycle hire also available). For more time outdoors, head five minutes down the road to the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre and learn about how to handle a hawk like a pro. Having Carlisle so close by is also a major plus – drop the kids off at Fusion Trampoline Park (10 minutes) for a big old bounce, push your limits and scale the different courses at Eden Rock (15 minutes), a local indoor climbing centre, or learn more about the area at Tullie House Museum And Art Gallery (10 minutes). Drive slightly further afield and you'll quickly come to more top-quality days out. The nearest waterside spot in the Lake District National Park is Bassenthwaite, half an hour from base, a relatively quiet lake that's home to rare bird species including osprey.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 17 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Southerness 21.9 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Sandyhills 26.9 mi Sea N/AN/APoorPoor
Rockcliffe 29.7 mi Estuary N/APoorPoorPoor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carlisle Castle 4.5 mi

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 9.1 mi

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 16.9 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 18.8 mi

The Rheged Centre 18.9 mi

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 19.3 mi

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 23.7 mi

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 29.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

DALSTON ROAD CEMETERY 4 mi

Burgh Marsh and the Edward 1 Monument 4.1 mi

Around Carlisle 4.9 mi

Hadrian's Wall Part 2 - Carlisle to Lanercost Priory 4.9 mi

Hadrian's Wall Part 1 - Bowness-on-Solway to Carlisle 8.5 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 The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park? Wildlife isn't hard to come by in this part of northern Cumbria, as you're a mere five-minute drive from Watchtree Nature Reserve, a former RAF airbase that's been rewilded and has a … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park? From £23 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.