Parkgate Farm Holidays

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Our camping pod
A toasty campfire under a starlit sky
Irton pike nestled between whin rigg and latterbarrow
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Our camping pod
A toasty campfire under a starlit sky
Irton pike nestled between whin rigg and latterbarrow

  • Peaceful site with views over the Eskdale and Wasdale valleys
  • Half an hour's drive from the seaside town of Whitehaven
  • Fell walks directly from the farm; country pubs 10 minutes' drive
Escape to Eskdale… or Wasdale… or Ravenglass – Parkgate Farm Holidays is within easy reach of lots of pretty places in Cumbria's Western Lakeland. You don’t even have to exit the site to start taking in those views, for there’s a rather fine outlook from this peaceful farm over the Eskdale and Wasdale valleys, with fields and forests thrown in to the frame too. Tempted to take a closer look? Fell walkers can stride forth directly from the farm, while more intrepid types scramble up Scafell Pike, half an hour away. Should you tire of the endlessly gorgeous lakeland views, a 10-minute drive will take you to the beaches of the northwest coast for a bit of seaside scenery. Ravenglass and Muncaster are both within a 10-minute drive of the site too, and between them, have Muncaster Fell and castle, a steam railway and the ruins of a Roman bathhouse. If you don’t fancy cooking, there are a couple of country pubs within 10 minutes’ drive of the site.

Site type

Tent pitches 9
Touring caravan pitches 4
Motorhome pitches 4
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Caravans for hire 5
Open all year
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Reviews

9.9

Overall rating from 128 Pitchup.com customers

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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

99% would recommend this site to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

This tranquil campsite offers spectacular views and is praised for its friendly and helpful wardens, Sandy and Bruce. Facilities, including toilets and showers, are consistently described as immaculate and well-maintained. Guests appreciate the spacious pitches, dog-friendliness, and additional touches like fire pits and s'mores packs. While the remote location is a draw for many, the access road is noted as steep and rough.

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Arrival date (latest first)

We arrived very last minute -…

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 Kyrstin F. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch

Liked We arrived very last minute - ten mins from booking! But we were made to feel so welcome. We booked for 1 night and ended up staying 4 nights. The site was technically fully booked but they made room for us, and it was such a lovely place. It really was perfect for us - great views, nice quiet site and some privacy on our pitch. Facilities were top notch too! So handy having a freezer as not many sites do now. We even did a walk on our last day by their recommendation, and they provided parking for us. We will be back - thank you so much

Disliked Having to come home...

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Beautiful quiet site. Deer grazing dusk…

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 Katie K. 1 review

2 bedroom static caravan

Liked Beautiful quiet site. Deer grazing dusk and dawn. Owls, frogs, toads, swallows,buzzards and the beautiful donkeys. Helpful friendly staff. Wood and smores were a highlight. Van had everything we needed and was clean and comfortable. Walk from the site or shirt drive to wastwater where we swam, kayak and paddleboard. Net and bucket fishing was great for the younger ones. Another short drive to emerald falls where we dipped in the pools which were crystal clear. Scarfell pike was climbed by some in our party too.
Amazing holiday and memories, highly recommend this site and area and hope to return soon. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

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 Jeremy L. 1 review

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch (XL)

Liked Helpfulness of staff and facilities

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite, friendly hosts, fantastic location

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 Pawel M. 12 reviews

2 bedroom static caravan

Liked Very friendly and helpful hosts, lovely capsite, clean facilities, static caravan well equipped, bbq and fire pit available, fantastic location, spectacular views.

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Very well run by the wardens.…

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass pitch (medium)

Liked Very well run by the wardens. They work really hard to ensure visitors have a great experience.

Disliked Nothing.

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Lovely

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 Suzie H. 2 reviews

Electric hardstanding and grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch (large)

Liked Friendly informative owners, clean, modern facilities, level site, easy to get tent pegs in, nice dog walk, wifi, lovely views.

Disliked Neighbours had a large fire which worried our dog.

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AMAZING

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 TheSpiritShow 1 review

Electric hardstanding and grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch (large)

Liked Every Single Thing - the site was So So So Nice - Bruce and Sandy who help run the site were loverly - the site was amazing - talk about above and beyond - every little detail thought of - very quiet too - would highly recommend this site - the toilets super clean - machine machine and tumble dryer each pitch had a washing line.

Really really really enjoyed our stay

Thank you to Rachel, Bruce and sandy the site is very beautiful

Well worth the 9.8 on pitch up

If your in the area

Highly recommend staying here

Disliked was a little bit out in the sticks but not an issue with us

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Very cute campsite, friendly hosts and…

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 Ruby L. 1 review

Non-electric grass and earth campervan or tent pitch (small)

Liked Very cute campsite, friendly hosts and fantastic facilities. This was the best camp site we stayed at in the lakes, gutted it was only for one night!

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Clean throughout Everything you need inside…

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 Benna H. 1 review

2 bedroom static caravan

Liked Clean throughout
Everything you need inside
Lots of information about local and further afield things to do in the Lake District
Quiet
Lovely location
Beds comfy

Recommend to friends Visit again

X the Perfect campsite.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and earth campervan or tent pitch (small)

Liked Parkgate Farm is a perfect campsite. Peaceful, clean showers/toilets, a shop with what you need, laundry, firepit/bbqs, and amazing staff/service. We have visited 100s of campsites, this one is the best, especially on a sunny day. We will definitely be back. Darren and Lucy x

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Features

Dogs allowed

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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Parkgate Farm Holidays

Irton

Eskdale

Eskdale

Cumbria

England

CA19 1YN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.38945°N
3.36691°W

Nearest transport

Coach
14.3 mi Tangier Street
14.8 mi Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage
14.8 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
Rail
2.9 mi Ravenglass Rail Station
3.2 mi Drigg Rail Station
4.8 mi Seascale Rail Station
Ferry
12.1 mi Torver (Coniston) Ferry Landing
12.2 mi Sunny Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing
12.3 mi 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

Legs a little worn out from walking/biking/riding? Take a scenic trip on the Ravenglass & Eskdale steam railway – there’s a station half a mile from Parkgate Farm, or you can board at Ravenglass, 10 minutes' drive away to ride the whole route. While you’re in Ravenglass, take a mooch round Muncaster Castle, a privately owned fort overlooking the River Esk. As well as tours round the castle there are also heaps of things for kids here, including an enchanted fairy trail, a maze and hawk displays. Golfing types can swing their clubs on the courses in Eskdale or Seascale (be prepared for potentially distracting sea views at the latter). There’s a sandy beach in Seascale too; if the water’s too chilly for swims, head north to Whitehaven (half an hour away) to the public swimming pool. The Rum Story, an exhibition in an original 1785 shop, is worth a visit up here too (and yes, you can buy bottles of the good stuff).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Seascale 4.9 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Silecroft 11.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
St Bees 11.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Haverigg 14.2 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Walney West Shore 19 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 2.8 mi

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 14.7 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 14.8 mi

Rydal Mount and Gardens 15.9 mi

Hill Top 16.2 mi

National Trust

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 2.5 mi

Buttermere and Ennerdale 11.3 mi

Gondola' 12.2 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 12.6 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 14.3 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 2.5 mi

High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 8.8 mi

Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 10.6 mi

The Gables from Honister Pass 10.7 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 Parkgate Farm Holidays have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Parkgate Farm Holidays dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Parkgate Farm Holidays? Legs a little worn out from walking/biking/riding? Take a scenic trip on the Ravenglass & Eskdale steam railway – there’s a station half a mile from Parkgate Farm, or you can board … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Parkgate Farm Holidays?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Parkgate Farm Holidays? From £32 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.