When can I check in and check out of Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite

From £20 For 1 night, 2 adults 1 review

Green Bell in the distance (added by manager 09 Apr 2024)

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Pitch with spectacular views (added by manager 09 apr 2024)

Grass pitches with fell views (added by manager 18 mar 2024)

Peaceful tent pitch (added by manager 18 mar 2024)

No-frills family campsite with spectacular Howgills views in Cumbria
Bowness-on-Windermere 45 minutes’ drive; Ribblehead Viaduct 50 minutes
Set between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales national parks

Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite sits at the foot of the majestic Howgills in Cumbria. Located on a working sheep farm halfway between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales national parks, the peaceful (and please note, off grid so no electricity or showers) camping field has spectacular views of the summit of Green Bell. This is a stunning and out-of-the-way spot for a relaxing family break surrounded by untamed fells. Just a 15-minute stroll down the lane from the site is the pretty village of Ravenstonedale, where you’ll come upon two welcoming pubs serving excellent food and real ales. If you venture a little further out of the village, there’s yet another establishment renowned for its delicious fare. The market town of Kirkby Stephen (10 minutes’ drive) has a plethora of independent shops where you can stock up on goodies for the barbecue or fill up in the cafés and pubs. It’s also the gateway to Cumbrian walks and cycle rides taking you to dramatic waterfalls and prehistoric stone circles, and you can gen up on all your activity options at the visitor centre.

Site type

Open now

Please note

This site has no on-site shower facilities.

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).
Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 28 Mar to Mon, 26 Aug 2024

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Great place to stay

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Apr 2024

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Lovley place in the middle of nowhere wonderful and peaceful such welcoming people as well

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind words. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. 😁

Features

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

Disabled facilities

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

Budget/backpacker

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

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

Pop-up campsite

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite

High Greenside

Greenside Lane

Ravenstonedale

Kirkby Stephen

Cumbria

England

CA17 4LU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.42973°N
-2.45045°W

Nearest transport

Coach

13.8 mi Bus Station

Rail

3.7 mi Kirkby Stephen Rail Station

9 mi Garsdale Rail Station

10.5 mi Appleby Rail Station

Ferry

19.3 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing

19.6 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing

19.6 mi Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Ravenstonedale (pubs): five minutes’ drive - Kirkby Stephen (market town): 10 minutes - Gamelands Stone Circle: 15 minutes - Smardale Gill Viaduct (walks): 20 minutes - Cautley Spout (waterfall): 20 minutes - Sedbergh (Dales town): 25 minutes - Bowness-on-Windermere: 45 minutes - Ribblehead Viaduct: 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Morecambe North	29.4 mi	Estuary	Good	N/A	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Sizergh Castle and Garden 16.4 mi

Levens Hall & Gardens 17.7 mi

High Force Waterfall 18.6 mi

The World of Beatrix Potter 19.4 mi

Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 19.6 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 16.2 mi

Sizergh Castle and Garden 16.4 mi

Townend 18.7 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 18.9 mi

Hill Top 21.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Howgills Traverse - Sedbergh 2.8 mi

Smardale Wildlife Reserve 3.3 mi

Kirkby Stephen - Nateby - Wharton Hall - Lammerside Castle 4.9 mi

Great Asby Scar Circular 5 mi

Kirkby Stephen - Nine Standards Rigg 5.1 mi

Local events

Kendal Calling (Thursday 1 August 2024 – Thursday 1 August 2024)
Penrith, Cumbria 16.1 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
The site will send you further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 2 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.
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).

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Refunds within the indicated cancellation period are only possible if the site is able to relet your unit/pitch.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Only one car is to be parked by the pitch. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

Payment terms

Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Ravenstonedale (pubs): five minutes’ drive - Kirkby Stephen (market town): 10 minutes - Gamelands Stone Circle: 15 minutes - Smardale Gill Viaduct (walks): 20 minutes - … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.