Coalbeck Caravan Park

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Pitches are hard standing.
Plots are equipped with electricity hook ups
Pitches at the end of the park
Electric hookups for each pitch
Pretty planters add colour around the site
Coalbeck caravan park
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Visitor image of pitches on site
Pitches are hard standing.
Plots are equipped with electricity hook ups

  • Quiet and secluded site with spectacular views of the Lake District
  • Five-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake; 15 to Keswick, Cockermouth
  • Spa next door; five minutes' walk to the Lake District Wildlife Park
Could trips to Cumbria get any more spectacular than at this serene site…? Answers on a postcard please to Coalbeck Caravan Park… in a central setting for touring the Lake District and nearby coastline, this haven has views of the region’s woods, fields and hills from its spacious grounds. Getting you to linger a little longer before heading out for explores, the spacious pitches at Coalbeck Caravan Park are prime for spotting creatures like rare red squirrels among the pretty planters, and are a suntrap when the rays come out too. But if rain’s threatening? A spa next door to the site means you can book in for a treatment (or three…?). Back outdoors, the site’s a five-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake – one of the only bodies of water in the region with no settlements around it – so it’s got a peaceful vibe yet is close enough to many of the main sights in the northern part of the lakes. Case in point: it’s around a 15-minute drive to historic towns like Keswick and Cockermouth and about a half an hour to the coast. If you’re looking for leisure without having to get behind the wheel, Lake District Wildlife Park’s 24 acres of land home to more than 100 animals is a five-minute walk away. You’ll also need to ditch the car to visit The Lakes Distillery: this artisan gin, whisky and vodka producing place a 25-minute stroll from the park has tastings, tours and a small shop where you can wander off with some of its wares.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 5
Open now
Opens 30 March
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon 30 Mar to

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Reviews

9.8

Overall rating from 190 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a small, peaceful campsite with exceptionally clean facilities, including the unique benefit of a private toilet per pitch. Guests praise the friendly and helpful owner, Sid, and the quiet location, conveniently situated for exploring the Northern Lakes and nearby attractions like the Wildlife Park. While some mention the single shower may be a wait during peak times, overall, visitors describe it as a well-maintained gem.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 07/07/2026

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Nice location, good level pitch with…

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 Ian H. 1 review

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Nice location, good level pitch with good free wifi. Individual pitch loos in the toilet block and one large shower cubicle. Next door to wildlife park so expect some unusual noises. We loved it and Sid was vert helpful.

Disliked Not much really, good small site

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Friendly owners very welcoming lovely and…

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 Craig F. 2 reviews

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Friendly owners very welcoming lovely and quiet

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect for a few nights if you are looking for a quiet site.

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 Kayleigh I. 1 review

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked The individual toilets and how quiet the site is

Disliked The shower could do with being updated. Not the shower it's self that was amazing. Just the shower room. Eg bigger be ch for clothes etc.
No rubbish bin

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Very clean, friendly staff and quiet.…

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Michael S. 1 review

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Very clean, friendly staff and quiet. Trek very close by that takes you alongside the lake for a stretch, called Allerdale Ramble … see google maps. Pub not too far called Sun Inn, probably 1.5 mile walk.

Disliked Not many shops, cafes etc nearby but that’s why I was there, to escape the commercial Lake District, it’s near enough to Keswick though for all that jazz.

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As perfect as any campsite could be.

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 Colin O. 1 review

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked The wonderful warm reception from Sid.
The attention to detail, great wet room and super clean toilet facilities. WiFi connection was perfect. A lovely small, quiet site, we could not fault it.

Disliked None whatsoever.

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Really lovely site and that the…

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 Sally-Anne T. 2 reviews

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Really lovely site and that the toilet corresponds to your pitch number.

Recommend to friends Visit again

No remarks…

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked No remarks

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Lovely well kept site. Liked the fact…

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 Martin C. 25 reviews

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely well kept site.
Liked the fact each pitch was allocated its own toilet.
Nice wet room.
Sid was very helpful and lovely to chat to.
Checked on the morning of departure that everything was ok with the stay.

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

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Lovely site. So well maintained and…

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 Michael S. 3 reviews

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely site. So well maintained and spotless amenities. Toilets and shower area great. Drive over grey water disposal. Well marked recycling bins. Nice pub/hotel 10 minute walk away. Very friendly staff.

Disliked Nothing

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Very clean facilities and good to…

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 Mel B. 1 review

Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch

Liked Very clean facilities and good to have your own toilet.
Very quiet site.

Disliked Comments rather than dislikes: we were opposite a dilapidated shed which ruined the beautiful view.
There was no bin next to washing up sink.
Pitches a little too small

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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 Spectacular scenery

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

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Coalbeck Caravan Park

Basenthwaite

Keswick

Cumbria

England

CA12 4RD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.68341°N
3.22997°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.7 mi Gallowbarrow
5.7 mi Fairfield Junior School
6.7 mi Bus Station
Rail
6.6 mi Aspatria Rail Station
10.4 mi Wigton Rail Station
10.8 mi Maryport Rail Station
Ferry
6.8 mi Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
7.1 mi Keswick Ferry Landing
7.6 mi Hawes End Derwentwater 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

For ambles around art galleries and wanders in Wordsworth House and Garden, Keswick is eight miles away. Cockermouth, on the other hand, about the same distance to the south east, is just the place for meandering through medieval and Georgian alleyways under castle walls. Or for classic Lake District outdoorsy options instead, Derwentwater's walking and cycling circuit (set aside about half a day to complete if strolling) takes half an hour to reach in the car. To break up traipsing around the tarns inland, Solway Coast Area of Natural Beauty is 40 minutes by car, while underground explores at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale are 45 minutes away. If you fancy staying above ground and sauntering southwards, Lake Ullswater steamer cruises are also 45 minutes from the park and Lake Windermere is the place to waterski (an hour and five minutes away from Coalbeck Caravan Park). To scale one of the region’s highest peaks, Scafell Pike takes an hour and 15 minutes to reach.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 10 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Southerness 19.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
St Bees 20.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seascale 22.5 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Sandyhills 23.9 mi Sea N/AN/APoorPoor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 3.2 mi

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 5.5 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 7.7 mi

Ullswater Steamers 15 mi

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 16.9 mi

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 5.7 mi

Buttermere and Ennerdale 16 mi

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 18.6 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 18.9 mi

Coniston and Tarn Hows 22.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ullock Pike - Longside Edge - Skiddaw 2.6 mi

Bassenthwaite Osprey Walk 3.3 mi

Dodd Wood under Ullock Pike 3.3 mi

Cockermouth - River Cocker 5.4 mi

Braithwaite, Stair and Newlands Beck 5.8 mi

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Penrith, Cumbria 21.3 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 Coalbeck Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Coalbeck Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Coalbeck Caravan Park? For ambles around art galleries and wanders in Wordsworth House and Garden, Keswick is eight miles away. Cockermouth, on the other hand, about the same distance to the south east, is just … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Coalbeck Caravan Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Coalbeck Caravan Park? From £35 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.