Bridge End Camping

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Visitor image of the view across main field
Visitor image of the view across main field
Bell tent site
Views over the fields
Campsite
Fire pits available to hire on site
Fishing available on site
View of Irton Pike
Beautiful wasdale valley
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Bell tent site
Views over the fields
Campsite

  • Off-grid site in the foothills of the Eskdale and Wasdale valley
  • A 10 minute-drive to Wast Water and Scafell Pike; more fells nearby
  • Fishing tarn on site and private river fishing a short walk away
Eyeing up Cumbrian fells and mountains? Based on a working family farm in the Cumbrian countryside, Bridge End Camping is at the gateway to the western Lake District fells. Just 100 yards from the river Irt too, take yourself on a morning swim or spend the early sunlight hours fishing. England’s deepest lake, Wast Water, is just 10 minutes’ drive away for more water activities. If you’re feeling particularly energetic, Scafell Pike is within walking distance of the top of the lake, along with other sublime Wasdale and Eskdale mountains. Since Bridge Edge Camping is at the base of Irton Pike, there are more Lake District mountains a 20-minute walk from the site (and, of course, some simply stunning views from your base). When the sun dips behind the horizon, bring out your snacks and set up around one of the firepits available for hire on site. Wood can be purchased on site, so you won’t need to go running around the local towns trying to source your own. There's no electricity on site, but handy site features include showers, toilets and washing-up facilities. If you want an ice pack frozen, just ask the site. Fishing is available either on the private river stretch a short walk away or at the on-site fishing tarn. Treat yourself (you are on holiday, after all); the site can arrange for afternoon tea to be delivered to your pitch. If you’re lucky, you may get to meet some of the farm’s residents. The friendly sheep always welcome a good cuddle. If you fancy a pub crawl or some other tasty nosh, Eskdale (20 minutes’ drive) has a fine pub selection and the village of Gosforth (10 minutes) has pubs, an Italian restaurant, a café and a village shop. There’s ice cream at Seascale beach (15 minutes) too, of course. No need to start your engine if you don’t want to – there’s another pub five minutes’ walk from the site and a tearoom and gift shop in the nearby woodlands, 10 minutes’ walk away.

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Rent a tent 7
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Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 10 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Single-sex bookings of 10 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

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Reviews

9.7

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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a well-regarded campsite with exceptionally friendly and helpful owners, praised for their attentiveness and willingness to go the extra mile. Guests consistently highlight the cleanliness and quality of the facilities, including hot showers and flushing toilets. The location is considered excellent for exploring the Lake District, with many nearby attractions and a local pub within easy walking distance. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few mention occasional issues with boggy ground in wet weather and, in rarer cases, queues for facilities during peak times. The pricing is generally seen as good value.

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The area was great. The facilities…

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Emily H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked The area was great. The facilities were very good. Very nice and helpful host.

Disliked Nothing to dislike perfect for a campsite.

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10/10. The guys who run the…

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Anonymous

Bell tent (two person)

Liked 10/10. The guys who run the site are lovely, they are brilliant, really attentive and helpful. We stayed in a 2 man bell tent and it was brilliant! Towels and stove anre included with all utensils etc. Would stay again.

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It was really good, Ryan the…

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Kayla B. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked It was really good, Ryan the owner was very helpful and always ask if we need something and if everything is ok

Disliked Not too much facilities, we have to queue for toilet, shower or even wash facilities

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Great place to stay

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Dave B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Same as last year we all loved it and will be back again great place to stay and just up the road 10 minute drive Wasdale lake is amazing
We had a pole missing from our gazebo and the chap on the quad had a spare we taped in as a temporary measure for the weekend top bloke 👍

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Absolutely fantastic, great views, …

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Zbigniew C. 1 review

Bell tent (five person)

Liked Absolutely fantastic, great views, amazing hosts. Owners are very attentive, made sure we have everything we need to relax, and enjoy our stay.

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 Ricerdas K. 2 reviews

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Lovely place. Just spent a lovely…

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Dan C. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Lovely place. Just spent a lovely bank holiday weekend with family and enjoyed everything.

Disliked Could do with another sink for dishes as people queuing

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We really enjoyed our stay here we will definitely be booking again.

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Sinead A. 1 review

Bell tent (five person)

Liked We really liked the tent and all the equipment that came with it was very handy, my children enjoyed the plot plenty of space to play and run around. Views were stunning. The son in law of owner (can’t remember name sorry) was amazing stocked us up on firewood and checked to see if we were all okay or if needed anything else. Top man !

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Friendly owner, clean toilets and well…

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Daniel I. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Friendly owner, clean toilets and well spaced pitches

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The bell tent was cosy and…

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Nyah P. 1 review

Bell tent (two person)

Liked The bell tent was cosy and very well equipped - we didn't need to pack half as much as we did as pretty much everything is supplied! Pans, dishes, cutlery, gas cooker, logs, cooler box, towels! Unbelievable value for money.
The showers were hot and flushing toilets was a bonus.
The area is beautiful with loads of stunning walks and activities on the doorstep.
Last but not least, the hosts are wonderful. Very friendly and can't do enough for you :)

Disliked Can't think of anything!

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

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 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

Forest Lake and/or mountain Remote location 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

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

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

Location

Bridge End Camping

Santon Bridge

Holmrook

Cumbria

England

CA19 1UY

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.40517°N
3.36836°W

Nearest transport

Coach
13.4 mi Tangier Street
14.6 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage
14.6 mi Daffodil Hotel for Dove Cottage
Rail
3.6 mi Drigg Rail Station
3.8 mi Ravenglass Rail Station
4.7 mi Seascale Rail Station
Ferry
12.5 mi Torver (Coniston) Ferry Landing
12.5 mi Coniston Ferry Landing
12.7 mi Waterhead Hotel (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

Cumbria’s gorgeous walks aside, Bridge End Camping is well-situated for a historical adventure too. Muncaster Castle (15 minutes’ drive) is a riverside castle with hawk and owl flying displays. Known by locals as ‘La’al Ratty’, The Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Co.Ltd (10 minutes) revives the time of steam trains. So, take a journey by steam through the Lake District hills. Perhaps you’re in the mood for some more outdoor activities. If so, West Lakes Adventure (15 minutes) runs canoeing, kayaking, scrambling, canyoning and abseiling. If you’d rather sort your own, there’s a bicycle, paddleboard and kayak hire in Gosforth (five minutes).
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park and Zoo (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • Bridge Inn 0.3 mi
  • The Strands Inn 1.5 mi
  • Screes Inn 1.5 mi
  • Bower House Inn 1.5 mi
  • King George IV Inn 2.6 mi
  • Gosforth Hall Inn 2.8 mi
  • Lion & Lamb 3 mi
  • The Globe Inn 3 mi
  • Red Admiral 3.6 mi
  • Victoria 3.6 mi

Groceries

  • Co-op Food 4.6 mi

Parks and play

  • Seascale Beachfront Playpark 4.8 mi

Family days out

  • Owl Centre Visitor attraction 3.4 mi
  • Muncaster Castle 3.5 mi
  • The Weapons Hall Visitor attraction 3.7 mi
  • Signal Box Visitor attraction 3.8 mi

Public transport

  • Bridge Inn (W bound) 0.3 mi
  • Santon Cottages 0.8 mi
  • The Lodge-Irton Hall 1 mi
  • Nether Wasdale Car Park 1.5 mi
  • Road End for Irton Road R&ER 1.9 mi
  • Outward Bound School 2.1 mi
  • Greengarth Hall (S bound) 2.3 mi
  • Greengarth Halll (N bound) 2.3 mi
  • road to Eskdale Green Station 2.4 mi
  • Blackbeck Bridge 2.5 mi

What’s nearby

  • Eskdale Golf Course 2.7 mi
  • Seascale Golf Club 5 mi

Local services

  • Holmrook Service Station Fuel station 2.5 mi
  • Seascale Health Centre Doctors 4.5 mi
  • Seascale Pharmacy & Veg shop 4.6 mi
  • Mill Garage Fuel station 5.1 mi

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Must see

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 3.7 mi

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 14.5 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 14.9 mi

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 15.4 mi

Rydal Mount and Gardens 15.7 mi

National Trust

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 1.5 mi

Buttermere and Ennerdale 10.4 mi

Gondola' 12.4 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 12.8 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 14.1 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 2.1 mi

MUNCASTER CASTLE 3.6 mi

High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 7.8 mi

Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 9.9 mi

The Gables from Honister Pass 9.9 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 Bridge End Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bridge End Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bridge End Camping? Cumbria’s gorgeous walks aside, Bridge End Camping is well-situated for a historical adventure too. Muncaster Castle (15 minutes’ drive) is a riverside castle with hawk and owl flying displays. Known by locals … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bridge End Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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