Parkgate Farm Holidays
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- 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
Site type
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Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass and earth campervan or tent pitch (small)
6 people maximum 
9.9/10
10 reviews 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32
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Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
6 people maximum 9.8/10
20 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 6.5m depth (58.5m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32
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Electric hardstanding and grass pitch (medium)
6 people maximum 9.8/10
18 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 7.5m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £42
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Electric hardstanding and grass pitch (small)
6 people maximum 10/10
7 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £42
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Electric hardstanding and grass pitch (XL)
6 people maximum 9.3/10
9 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8.5m depth (68m²)
Arrival daysFrom £42
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Electric hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (large)
6 people maximum 9.9/10
22 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £42
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Camping pod
3 people maximum 9.9/10
16 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 6.6ft width × 9.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom £61
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2 bedroom static caravan
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 12ft width × 35ft length
Arrival daysFrom £194
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2 bedroom static caravan
5 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 10ft width × 34ft length
Arrival daysFrom £206
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Whin Rigg 3 bedroom static caravan
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 3 bedroomsDimensions: 12ft width × 37ft length
Arrival daysFrom £229
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Harter Cottage 3 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 3 bedroomsDimensions: 20ft width × 40ft length
Arrival daysFrom £240
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2 bedroom cabin
5 people maximum 10/10
3 reviews Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £263
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a small, peaceful campsite in an idyllic location with stunning views. Visitors consistently praise the immaculate and modern toilet and shower facilities, as well as the friendly and exceptionally helpful wardens, Sandy and Bruce. The site is well-maintained, with thoughtful touches such as games, a shop selling essentials, and options to hire fire pits and BBQs. While some note the remote location and a steep access road, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many visitors expressing a strong desire to return.
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Electric hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (large)
Liked Fantastic location, friendly owners, great facilities. A lovely stay.
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Lovely location, friendly team, beautiful views…
Electric hardstanding and grass pitch (medium)
Liked Lovely location, friendly team, beautiful views and spotless facilities. Great that you can have fire pits too. Will definitely be back
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Fantastic site, well maintained. Gorgeous views.…
Electric hardstanding and grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (large)
Liked Fantastic site, well maintained. Gorgeous views. Facilities were always clean and well kept.
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It was just perfect! Hope to be back some day!
Camping pod
Liked Everything was wonderful! The setting, the camping pod and most importantly the site wardens Sandy & Bruce! They’re so lovely and welcoming!
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Excellent customer service, facilities and site
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked With our camping tent set up we are always really just looking for a leveled pitch location with usable facilities and possibly a good view. Here we were fortunate to have it all and more. This is a fantastic small site with great customer services, lovely facilities and owner passion seen throughout the site.
The location of this site is very usable, only a 20-30 min drive from wasedale valley car park for a number of big hikes and adventures, and near enough for many other activities. Although our visit was short we will return as we think the location provides a good base to explore the area and coastline.
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Beautiful area, lovely site.
Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch
Liked What a lovely site. A warm welcome by Duncan even though it was pouring with rain. We had the site to ourselves and it was just beautiful. The toilets and shower were clean, and I loved the little facility area.
Disliked Nothing
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Parkgate Farm Holidays is situated in…
2 bedroom static caravan
Liked Parkgate Farm Holidays is situated in beautiful Eskdale.
The caravan site is surrounded by mountains and the scenery is fabulous.
The caravan is brand new and you could easily live in it.
Very comfortable and the site is nice and quiet.
A great place for you to relax and get away from it all or a great location for the fell walkers.
Disliked With the road having no lighting,it is quite difficult to find the opening to the caravan site.
However you have to look for landmarks to ensure that you find it
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Absolutely amazing
2 bedroom cabin
Liked We've had an amazing time in Parkgate farm. We've stayed in the middle cabin.
On arrival they have switched on the heaters for us, so the cabin was nice and toasty, which was very welcomed after a long drive from South East of England.
Bathroom was nice and clean. Water superbly warm. Couldn't fault it
Bedroom with super comfy mattress, duvet and pillows.
Other bedroom we didn't use, but look equally comfy.
Front room has everything that you need. Couple of 2 seater sofas, smart tv, little table for your food or cuppas. There is also a large blind which can be hanged on the large window for some privacy when you are in the front room. WiFi with very strong signal. Not once did we have any trouble.
Kitchen has everything that you need. From utensils to pots and pans.
We honestly can't fault it. We've had an amazing time, and will definitely come back. Best getaway we've had in a long time.
Wasdale head car park from the farm is about 25mins. And it's 25 mins only due to the fact , that it's pretty much impossible to drive above 20miles an hour due to the width of the roads and blind corners. But you wouldn't want to drive any faster anyways as the views are absolutely spectacular and breathtaking.
We would definitely recommend this place.
Disliked Disliked the fact that we've had to leave to go to monotonous work :-)
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Just the ticket. Stayed in the…
Camping pod
Liked Just the ticket. Stayed in the pod which was just great for our needs. Clean and warm. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Toilets nice and clean.
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Incredible site with impeccable facilities. Great options of pitches.
Non-electric grass and earth campervan or tent pitch (small)
Liked The contact with Sandy and Bruce was incredible had a call at the start of our journey explaining there was strong winds expected and our designated plot was quite open so was given options.
Arrived and met Bruce straight away who showed us the available plots and we were able to choose one that was more covered from the weather for our tent!
They had fire pits and bbqs able to hire (fire pits are key for a weekend camping!) the fire pits were awesome, recycled car wheels with legs welded on!
The facilities were incredible the showers toilets and washing up areas were spotless warm and didn’t feel like a camp site!
Sandy and Bruce were on hand for any enquiries and checked in with us both nights of our stay which was so lovely of them
WiFi access was great, even if there was none it would still be a great place to stay.
Had an absolutely incredible time, waking up and seeing the sheep was an extra perk with donkeys just down the road we loved it!
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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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
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 nearbyLocation
Parkgate Farm Holidays
Irton
Eskdale
Eskdale
Cumbria
England
CA19 1YN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
54.38945°N
3.36691°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seascale | 4.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Silecroft | 11.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Bees | 11.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Haverigg | 14.2 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 19 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/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?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - 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.